ASTM D1552

Sulfur in Petroleum Products by High Temperature Combustion and IR or TCD

Applicability: ASTM D1552 is a test method for determining the total sulfur content in petroleum products, including lubricating oils and additive concentrates. It is applicable to samples boiling above 177°C (350°F) and containing a sulfur mass fraction between 0.22% and 24.2%.

Purpose: ASTM D1552 is a test method used to determine the total sulfur content in petroleum products, specifically those with boiling points above 177°C (350°F) and sulfur concentrations ranging from 0.22% to 24.2%. The method utilizes high-temperature combustion followed by either infrared (IR) detection or thermal conductivity detection (TCD) to measure the sulfur content.