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Copper Corrosion
Definition:
Copper Corrosion assesses the relative degree of corrosivity of a petroleum product due to active sulfur compounds. Results are rated by comparing the stains on a copper strip to a color-match scale from 1-4.
Standard Test Method Used:
Reporting Measuremen:t
No Units
Amount of Sample Needed:
70 mL
Test Limitation:
Test only determines copper corrosion - not ferrous metal corrosion.
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