BS EN ISO 2592:2017
BSI · 2017-10-17
Petroleum and related products. Determination of flash and fire points. Cleveland open cup method
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1Key Takeaways
This document specifies the procedure for determining the flash point and fire point of petroleum products using the Cleveland open cup apparatus. It is applicable to petroleum products having an open cup flash point between 79°C and 400°C (except fuel oils which are usually tested by the closed cup test method describ…
2Expert Interpretation
This expert interpretation of ISO 2592:2017 details the principles, instrument preparation, operating procedures, and result correction methods for determining the flash and fire points of petroleum products using the Cleveland open cup method. It covers testing requirements for temperatures between 79°C and 400°C, compares differences between the new and old versions, and provides implementation recommendations and safety warnings.
Interpretation of the core content of the standard
| Key elements | ISO 2592:2017 requirements | Differences from the 2001 version |
|---|---|---|
| Test range | 79°C-400°C (excluding fuel oil) | Range expression is more precise |
| Repeatability (r) | Flash point/fire point are both 8°C | New fire point indicator |
| Reproducibility (R) | Flash point 18°C / Fire point 14°C | Flash point adjusted from 17°C |
Instrument Preparation Specifications
Note when using the Cleveland Open Cup Apparatus:
- Test cup material: brass or equivalent thermal conductive metal
- Thermometer positioning: (6.4±0.5)mm from the bottom of the cup
- Test flame diameter: 3.2-4.8mm
Key points of the test process
Flash point determination stage:
- Initial heating rate 5-17°C/min
- Adjust to 5-6°C/min when approaching the expected flash point
- Apply test flame every 2°C increase
Technology Evolution Analysis
Main changes in the 2017 edition:
- Added Appendix D - Treatment plan for asphalt sample surface conjunctivae
- Revised temperature measurement equipment specifications (Appendix B)
- Flash point reproducibility adjusted to 18°C to be consistent with ASTM D92
Implementation recommendations
| Operational steps | Best practices |
|---|---|
| Sample processing | Solid sample heating temperature ≤ expected flash point -56°C |
| Equipment verification | Verify at least once a year using CRM |
| Pressure correction | Use the formula: tc=td+0.25(101.3-p) |
3Version History
BS EN ISO 2592:2017
2017-10-17
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Referenced herein
Referenced by BS EN ISO 2592:2017
ASTM D92-16B
ASTM E1137/E1137M-08(2014)
ASTM E2251-14
CEN/TR 15138-2005
IEC 60751:2008
ISO 2719:2016
ISO 3170:2004
ISO 3171:1988
6Frequently Asked Questions
What is BS EN ISO 2592:2017?
BS EN ISO 2592:2017 — Petroleum and related products. Determination of flash and fire points. Cleveland open cup method is an international standard developed by British Standards Institution (BSI). This document specifies the procedure for determining the flash point and fire point of petroleum products using the Cleveland open cup apparatus. It is applicable to petroleum products having an open cup flash point between 79°C and 400°C (except...
What does BS EN ISO 2592:2017 cover?
This standard covers: This document specifies the procedure for determining the flash point and fire point of petroleum products using the Cleveland open cup apparatus. It is applicable to petroleum products having an open cup flash point between 79°C and 400°C (except fuel oils which are usually tested by the closed...
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