ASTM D3038-93(2010)

1.1 This test method covers the application of two procedures for the determination of the property of coke of withstanding breakage when dropped under specified test conditions.

1.2 Procedure A, used when the coke sample contains 50 % or less of 100 mm (4 in.) after removal of coke smaller than 50 mm (2 in.). Procedure A appears in Sections 6-9.

1.3 Procedure B, used when the coke sample contains more than 50 % 100 mm (4 in.) after removal of coke smaller than 50 mm (2 in.). Procedure B appears in Sections 10-13.

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

1.5 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.