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ASTM D4172-94(2004)
Standard Test Method for Wear Preventive Characteristics of Lubricating Fluid (Four-Ball Method)
Summary
1.1 This test method covers a procedure for making a preliminary evaluation of the anti-wear properties of fluid lubricants in sliding contact by means of the Four-Ball Wear Test Machine. Evaluation of lubricating grease using the same machine is detailed in Test Method D2266.
1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
Technical characteristics
| Publisher | American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM International) |
| Publication Date | 01/01/1994 |
| Confirmation Date | 11/01/2004 |
| Collection | |
| Page Count | 5 |
| Themes | Lubricants, industrial oils and related products |
| EAN | --- |
| ISBN | --- |
| Weight (in grams) | --- |
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