SRPS B.H8.391:2016

Standard Test Method for Total Moisture in Coal

Scope

This standard specified test method of the total
moisture in coal as it exists at the site, at the time, and under
the conditions it is sampled. It is applicable to coals as mined,
processed, shipped, or used in normal commercial pursuits. It
is not applicable to coal-water slurries, sludges, or pulverized
products under 0.5-mm-diameter sieve size. It is applicable to
coals of all ranks within the recognized limitations imposed by
oxidation and decomposition characteristics of lower rank
coals. Because of its empirical nature, strict adherence to basic
principles and permissive procedures are required for valid
results. This complete standard is available
to producers, sellers, and consumers as a total moisture method
when other procedures or modifications are not mutually
agreed on.