Flash point
Term · Oil and gas · MLC-T-OAG-001453
The lowest temperature at which a liquid's vapors form a combustible mixture with air near its surface. This property is a key safety indicator for drilling fluids and other petroleum products. It is measured using standardized test methods such as Pensky-Martens closed cup or Cleveland open cup.
| Identifier | MLC-T-OAG-001453 |
|---|---|
| Field | Oil and gas |
| Subject | Drilling Fluids |
Record as JSON
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"id": "MLC-T-OAG-001453",
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"definition": "The lowest temperature at which a liquid's vapors form a combustible mixture with air near its surface. This property is a key safety indicator for drilling fluids and other petroleum products. It is measured using standardized test methods such as Pensky-Martens closed cup or Cleveland open cup.",
"subject": "Drilling Fluids",
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oil-and-gas/flash-point/"
}
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