ASTM D2187-17 PDF

1.1 These test methods cover the determination of the physical and chemical properties of ion-exchange resins when used for the treatment of water. They are intended for use in testing both new and used materials. The following thirteen test methods are included:

Sections

Test Practice A-Pretreatment

 6 - 10

Test Method B-Water Retention Capacity

11 - 18

Test Method C-Backwashed and Settled Density

19 - 26

Test Method D-Particle Size Distribution

27 - 35

Test Method E-Salt-Splitting Capacity of Cation-Exchange Resins

36 - 45

Test Method F-Total Capacity of Cation-Exchange Resins

46 - 55

Test Method G-Percent Regeneration of Hydrogen-Form Cation-Exchange Resins

56 - 64

Test Method H-Total and Salt-Splitting Capacity of Anion-Exchange Resins

65 - 73

Test Practice I-Percent Regeneration of Anion Exchange Resins

74 - 82

Test Practice J-Ionic Chloride Content of Anion-Exchange Resins

83 - 90

Test Method K-Carbonate Content of Anion-Exchange Resins

91 - 99

Test Method L-Sulfate Content of Anion Exchange Resins

100 - 108

Test Practice M-Total Anion Capacity of Anion-Exchange Resins

 109 - 117

1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to inch-pound units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.

1.3 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, health and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. Specific precautionary statements are given in Section 10.8.

1.4 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.