A bomb calorimeter is a device used to measure the heat of combustion or calorific value of a substance. It is commonly used in the petroleum and coal industries to determine the energy content of fuels.
Standards:
ASTM D240 is a standard test method for heat of combustion of liquid hydrocarbon fuels by bomb calorimeter. This method specifies the equipment and procedures for measuring the heat of combustion of liquid hydrocarbon fuels using a bomb calorimeter. It also provides guidelines for the calculation of the heat of combustion and the uncertainty of the measurement.
ASTM D5865 is a standard test method for gross calorific value of coal and coke by adiabatic bomb calorimeter. This method specifies the equipment and procedures for measuring the gross calorific value of coal and coke using an adiabatic bomb calorimeter. It also provides guidelines for the calculation of the gross calorific value and the uncertainty of the measurement.
ISO 1928 is a standard test method for determination of gross calorific value of solid mineral fuels by the bomb calorimetric method. This method specifies the equipment and procedures for measuring the gross calorific value of solid mineral fuels using a bomb calorimeter. It also provides guidelines for the calculation of the gross calorific value and the uncertainty of the measurement.
ISI350 and ASTM E144 are standards for the design, construction, and operation of bomb calorimeters. These standards provide guidelines for the selection of materials, equipment specifications, and procedures for testing and calibration to ensure accurate and reliable measurements. They also provide guidelines for the calculation and reporting of measurement uncertainties. Compliance with these standards is important for ensuring the accuracy and reliability of bomb calorimetry measurements.
