ASTM G86

This test method evaluates the relative sensitivity of materials to mechanical impact in ambient pressure liquid oxygen, pressurized liquid oxygen, and pressurized gaseous oxygen.

Any change or variation in test sample configuration, thickness, preparation, or cleanliness may cause a significant change in impact sensitivity/reaction threshold.

Suggested criteria for discontinuing the tests are: (1) occurrence of two reactions in a maximum of 60 samples or less tested at the maximum energy level of 98 J (72 ft•lbf) or one reaction in a maximum of 20 samples tested at any other energy level for a material that fails; (2) no reactions for 20 samples tested at the 98-J (72-ft•lbf) energy level; or (3) a maximum of one reaction in 60 samples tested at the maximum energy level.

1. Scope

1.1 This test method² describes test equipment and techniques to determine the impact sensitivity of materials in oxygen under two different conditions: (1) in ambient pressure liquid oxygen (LOX) or (2) under pressure-controlled conditions in LOX or gaseous oxygen (GOX). It is applicable to materials for use in LOX or GOX systems at pressures from ambient to 68.9 MPa (0 to 10 000 psig). The test method described herein addresses testing with pure oxygen environments; however, other oxygen-enriched fluids may be substituted throughout this document.

1.2 This test method provides a means for ranking nonmetallic materials as defined in Guide G 63 for use in liquid and gaseous oxygen systems and may not be directly applicable to the determination of the sensitivity of the materials in an end-use configuration. This test method may be used to provide batch-to batch acceptance data. This test method may provide a means for evaluating metallic materials in oxygen-enriched atmospheres also; however, Guide G 94 should be consulted for preferred testing methods.

1.3 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, 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. See also Section 9.

2. Referenced Documents

D1193 Specification for Reagent Water
D4080 Specification for Trichloroethylene, Technical and Vapor Degreasing
G63 Guide for Evaluating Nonmetallic Materials for Oxygen Service
G88 Guide for Designing Systems for Oxygen Service
G93 Practice for Cleaning Methods for Materials and Equipment Used in Oxygen-Enriched Environments
G94 Guide for Evaluating Metals for Oxygen Service
MIL-D-16791 Detergent, General Purpose (Liquid, Non-ionic), Type One
G-10.1 Nitrogen, Gaseous, Type I B
G-10.1 Nitrogen, Liquid, Type II B
G-4 Oxygen
G-4.1 Cleaning Equipment for Oxygen Service
G-4.3 Oxygen, Liquid, Type II B
G-4.3 Oxygen, Gaseous, Type I B
NSS 1740.15 Safety Standard for Oxygen and Oxygen Systems
Trichloroethylene, Reagent Grade

Index Terms

compatibility; ignition; impact test; mechanical impact; oxygen; pressurized oxygen; liquid oxygen; gaseous oxygen

Citing ASTM Standards

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