EN ISO 3679:2004

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-september-2004
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Determination of flash point - Rapid equilibrium closed cup method (ISO 3679:2004)
Bestimmung des Flammpunktes - Schnelles Gleichgewichtsverfahren mit
geschlossenem Tiegel (ISO 3679:2004)
Détermination du point d'éclair - Méthode rapide a l'équilibre en vase clos (ISO
3679:2004
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN ISO 3679:2004
ICS:
75.080 Naftni proizvodi na splošno Petroleum products in
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2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 3679
Third edition
2004-04-01
Determination of flash point — Rapid
equilibrium closed cup method
Détermination du point d'éclair — Méthode rapide à l'équilibre en vase
clos
Reference number
ISO 3679:2004(E)
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ISO 2004
ISO 3679:2004(E)
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ISO 3679:2004(E)
Contents Page
Foreword. iv
Introduction . v
1 Scope. 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions. 1
4 Principle . 2
5 Reagents and materials. 2
6 Apparatus . 2
7 Apparatus preparation. 3
8 Sampling . 4
9 Sample handling . 4
10 Procedure . 4
11 Calculation. 6
12 Expression of results. 6
13 Precision . 6
14 Test report . 7
Annex A (normative) Flash point test apparatus . 8
Annex B (normative) Thermometer specifications . 13
Annex C (informative) Verification of apparatus . 14
Annex D (informative) Use of a cup insert . 17
Bibliography . 18

ISO 3679:2004(E)
Foreword
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ISO 3679 was prepared jointly by Technical Committees ISO/TC 28, Petroleum products and lubricants and
ISO/TC 35, Paints and varnishes.
This third edition cancels and replaces the second edition (ISO 3679:1983), which has been technically
revised.
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ISO 3679:2004(E)
Introduction
This International Standard describes one of two closed cup equilibrium methods for the determination of the
flash point of paints, varnishes, paint binders, solvents, adhesives, petroleum and related products. When
[4]
selecting a method, it should therefore be read in conjunction with the second method, ISO 1523 . When
used in conjunction with the flash detector (A.1.6), this International Standard is also suitable for the
determination of the flash point of fatty acid methyl esters (FAME).
In both ISO 3679 and ISO 1523, the test is only carried out when the material under test and the air/vapour
mixture above the material in the test cup are approximately in temperature equilibrium.
The apparatus specified in this International Standard enables a similar test result to be determined using a
more rapid procedure and a smaller test portion (2 ml or 4 ml) than that required in ISO 1523. In addition, the
apparatus can be made portable to the extent of being suitable for on-site testing in addition to its more
normal use in laboratories.
Collaborative work (see [6] in the Bibliography) has shown that results obtained by these procedures are
comparable. The interpretation of flash point results obtained on solvent mixtures containing halogenated
hydrocarbons should be considered with caution, as these mixtures can give anomalous results (see [7] in the
Bibliography).
Flash point values are not a constant physical-chemical property of materials tested. They are a function of
the apparatus design, the condition of the apparatus used, and the operational procedure carried out. Flash
point can therefore only be defined in terms of a standard test method, and no general valid correlation can be
guaranteed between results obtained by different test methods or with test apparatus different from that
specified.
INTERNATIONAL STANDARD ISO 3679:2004(E)

Determination of flash point — Rapid equilibrium closed cup
method
WARNING — The use of this International Standard may involve hazardous materials, operations and
equipment. This International Standard does not purport to address all of the safety problems
associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this International Standard to establish
appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior
to use.
1 Scope
This International Standard specifies a method for the determination of the closed cup flash point of paints
(including water-borne paints), varnishes, paint binders, adhesives, solvents, petroleum, and related products
having closed cup flash points within the range of − 30 °C to 300 °C. When used in conjunction with the flash
detector (A.1.6), this International Standard is also suitable for the determination of the flash point of fatty acid
methyl esters (FAME).
2 Normative references
The following referenced documents are indispensable for the application of this document. For dated
references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced
document (including any amendments) applies.
ISO 1513:1992, Paints and varnishes — Examination and preparation of samples for testing
ISO 3170:2004, Petroleum liquids — Manual sampling
ISO 3171:1988, Petroleum liquids — Automatic pipeline sampling
ISO 15528:2000, Paints, varnishes and raw materials for paints and varnishes — Sampling
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply.
3.1
flash point
lowest temperature of the test portion (as measured in the prescribed manner), corrected to a barometric
pressure of 101,3 kPa, at which application of a test flame causes the vapour of the test portion to ignite
momentarily and the flame to propagate across the surface of the liquid under the specified conditions of test
ISO 3679:2004(E)
4 Principle
A test portion of specified volume is introduced into the test cup, which is maintained at the temperature of the
estimated flash point of the material under test. After a specified time, a test flame is applied and the presence
or absence of a flash observed. Further tests, with fresh test portions at different temperatures, are carried out
until the flash point is determined to the sensitivity specified.
5 Reagents and materials
5.1 Cleaning solvent
An appropriate solvent for the removal of traces of the previous test portion from the test cup and cover.
NOTE The choice of solvent will depend upon the previous material tested and the tenacity of the residue. Low
volatility aromatic (benzene-free) solvents may be used to remove traces of oil, and mixed solvents such as toluene-
acetone-methanol may be effective for the removal of gum-type deposits.
5.2 Verification liquids
A series of certified reference materials (CRM) and/or secondary working standards (SWS) as described in
Annex C.
6 Apparatus
6.1 General
The apparatus is described in Annex A, and this includes the details of the test cup and cover assembly,
together with dimensions and special requirements. These are shown in Figure A.1 to Figure A.5. The
measurement of flash points over the whole range of − 30 °C to 300 °C may require more than one
instrument.
6.2 Syringes
6.2.1 2 ml syringe, adjusted to deliver 2,00 ml ± 0,05 ml and equipped, if required, with a needle suitable
for use with the apparatus at test temperatures up to and including 100 °C. When testing FAME, a 2 ml
sample is used at all temperatures.
6.2.2 5 ml syringe, adjusted to deliver 4,00 ml ± 0,10 ml and equipped, if required, with a needle suitable
for use with the apparatus at test temperatures above 100 °C. A 5 ml syringe is not required when testing
FAME.
6.3 Barometer, accurate to 0,1 kPa. Barometers precorrected to give sea-level readings, such as those
used at weather stations and airports, shall not be used.
6.4 Heating bath or oven (optional), for warming the samples, if required, and capable of controlling the
temperature to ± 5 °C. If an oven is used, it shall be intrinsically safe for hydrocarbon vapours.
It is recommended that the oven be of explosion-protected design.
6.5 Cooling bath or freezer (optional), for cooling the samples, if required, and capable of cooling the
sample to 10 °C below the expected flash point, and controlling the temperature to ± 5 °C. If a freezer is used,
it shall be of an explosion-protected design.
6.6 Draught shield (optional), if required to minimize draughts, fitted at the back and on two sides of the
instrument.
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