The ASTM Density Calculator Disc enables fueling operators, quality control personnel and fuel technicians to instantly determine density corrected to 15°C from observed hydrometer readings and fuel temperature measurements.
Easy to use, robust and requiring no electrical power, it provides a fast solution for field inspections conducted at fuel farms, refueling trucks, hydrant systems and airport fueling facilities.
Widely used in aviation fuel quality control programs, it helps improve operational efficiency while supporting compliance with aviation fuel handling procedures and industry best practices.
Its compact format makes it easy to carry during inspections, fuel sampling activities and maintenance operations.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- Product name: ASTM Density Calculator Disc
- Function: Density correction to 15°C
- Compatible fuels:
- Operation: Manual
- Power supply: None required
- Inputs:
- Fuel temperature
- Hydrometer reading
- Output:
- Density corrected to 15°C
- Format: Portable rotating calculator disc
- Material: Durable industrial-grade construction
- Environment:
- Fuel farms
- Airport fueling operations
- Petroleum storage facilities
- Maintenance: None required
- Service life: Multi-year operational lifespan
- Density range covered: 770 to 784 kg/m³
- Instant reading using a rotating disc
- Standalone tool requiring no electrical power or software
- Compact format suitable for field operations
- Reduces the risk of calculation errors during fuel inspections
- Simplified use for refueling operators, quality inspectors, and fuel technicians
- Reusable: Yes
STANDARDS
Based on density correction principles used throughout the petroleum and aviation industries:
- ASTM Table 53B methodology
- ASTM Table 54B methodology
- Aviation fuel quality control procedures
- Compatible with Jet A-1 and AVGAS testing practices
- Used in accordance with industry standards and recommendations including:
- ASTM International
- Energy Institute (EI)
- Joint Inspection Group (JIG)
- IATA Fuel Quality Pool
Note: For maximum calculation accuracy, complete ASTM tables remain the reference method.
Accurate density measurement is a critical component of aviation fuel quality assurance. Density corrected to 15°C is used worldwide to verify fuel conformity and ensure compliance with Jet A-1 and AVGAS specifications.
The ASTM Density Calculator Disc provides a fast and reliable method for obtaining corrected density values directly from observed hydrometer readings and fuel temperature measurements.
Used by airport fuel operators, fuel suppliers, petroleum terminals, fuel farm managers, maintenance teams and quality inspectors, it helps reduce calculation errors and streamline daily fuel quality checks.
Suitable for use on refueling trucks, hydrant systems, storage tanks, fuel depots and airport fueling facilities, it remains one of the most practical tools available for field density verification.
Its simplicity, reliability and portability make it an essential accessory for professionals involved in aviation fueling, fuel quality management and petroleum operations.