ASTM D8039-16(2023)

1.9.2023

This specification establishes the requirements for ethylene glycol, propylene glycol, 1,3 propanediol, and glycerin base heat transfer fluids (HTF) used in heating and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. When concentrates are used at up to 65% concentration by weight in water, or when prediluted heat transfer fluids (30% by weight minimum) are used without further dilution, they will function effectively to provide protection against freezing, and corrosion. The HTFs governed by this specification are categorized according to the primary base of freeze depressant used: I (ethylene glycol), II (propylene glycol), III (1,3-propanediol), and IV (glycerin).


Keywords:
1,3-propanediol, ethylene glycol, glycerin, heating and air conditioning system (HVAC), heat transfer fluid (HTF), heat transfer fluid concentrate, prediluted heat transfer fluid, propylene glycol, ready-to-use heat transfer fluid,, ICS Number Code 71.100.45 (Refrigerants and antifreezes),91.140.10 (Central heating systems),91.140.30 (Ventilation and air-conditioning systems)

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