Determine Saybolt Color with UV Vis Spectroscopy

Using the ASTM D6045 Method for a Purity Check of Petroleum Products

By reading this application note, you will learn how to determine the Saybolt color of light lubricating oils using METTLER TOLEDO's EasyPlus UV Vis spectrophotometer.

 

What Is Saybolt Color?

The Saybolt color test is often used to determine if a fuel contains contaminants or has degraded during storage. Specifically, the Saybolt color chart is used as an indication of the overall purity of kerosene and can identify if improper storage or handling of the fuel has occurred.

 

Why Perform the Saybolt Color Test?

The visual Saybolt color test is often used for manufacturing control purposes because it is an easy, rapid determination of product quality or contamination.

This application note includes information on:

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  • Chemistry
  • Solutions and chemicals
  • Instruments and accessories
  • Results and discussion
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