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Fire Point
Definition:
Fire Point is the minimum sample temperature at which vapor is produced at a rate sufficient to sustain combustion for at least 5 seconds. Fire point is tested by Cleveland Open Cup.
Standard Test Method Used:
Cleveland Open Cup - ASTM D92
Reporting Measurement:
Celsius
Amount of Sample Needed:
200 mL
Test Limitation:
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