Standard test dust
DMT ASHRAE Test Dust 52.1 & 52.2
General description
The DMT ASHRAE test dust is described in the ANSI / ASHRAE standard. This is used, for example, for filter testing in accordance with EN 779.
Composition
The DMT ASHRAE test dust consists of 72 % test dust A2, 23 % soot and 5 % cut cotton.
Transport and Storage
Partial segregation may occur during transport and storage. It is therefore recommended to homogenize the DMT ASHRAE Test Dust 52.1 & 52.2 before use, which can be achieved by mixing with a laboratory tumbler mixer. Please store in a dry and airtight original container.
Quality ensurance
In order to achieve reproducible quality, the raw materials and production are strictly controlled. The following quality controls are carried out:
Monitoring the particle size distribution of raw materials
Monitoring the particle size distribution of the end product
Specification
| Name : | DMT ASHRAE Test Dust 52.1 & 52.2 |
| Standard: | DIN EN 779 / ANSI ASHRAE |
| Title of Standard: | Particulate air filters for general ventilation - Determination of the filtration performance |
| Composition : | 72 % A2 fine 23 % Black carbon 5 % Cut Cotton |
| Material: | Particle-Fiber-Mixture |
| largest particle size (µm) : | 100 |
| Apperance : | solid |
| Hardness (Mohs): | - |
| Colour : | black/grey |