ASTM D 6606 : 2000 : R2005

1 Scope
2 Referenced documents
3 Terminology
4 Summary of test method
5 Significance and use
6 Apparatus
7 Materials
8 Hazards
9 Preparation of apparatus
10 Calibration
11 Sample preparation
12 Conditioning
13 Procedure for test runs
14 Test data available
15 Report
16 Precision
17 Keywords
ANNEXES (Mandatory information)

CONTAINED IN VOL. 06.03, 2017 Defines the procedure for determining the viscosity of varnishes, ink vehicles, and similar liquids that are essentially nonvolatile and unreactive under ordinary room conditions using the Duke Automated high-shear rod and collar viscometer.

1.1 This test method covers the procedure for determining the viscosity of varnishes, ink vehicles, and similar liquids that are essentially nonvolatile and unreactive under ordinary room conditions using the Duke Automated high-shear rod and collar viscometer.

1.2 The instrument in this test method is similar in principle to the falling-rod viscometer described in Test Method D 4040 except that the collar is motor driven and the range of available shear stresses is considerably greater. This instrument is capable of measured and extrapolated viscosity and yield values provided the proper model is chosen for the given application. See Section 6 for the ranges of specified models.

1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.

1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, that may be associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish any appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.