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ASTM E88-91(2001)

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Standard Practice for Sampling Nonferrous Metals and Alloys in Cast Form for Determination of Chemical Composition

Standard Practice for Sampling Nonferrous Metals and Alloys in Cast Form for Determination of Chemical Composition

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1.1 This practice covers the sampling, for the determination of chemical composition (Note 1) of nonferrous metals and alloys in cast form for remelting or mechanical working.
1.1.1 Refer to Practice E255 for copper and copper alloys.
Note 1--The selection of correct portions of material and the preparation of a representative sample from such portions are necessary prerequisites to every analysis, the analysis being of no value unless the sample actually represents the average composition of the material from which it was selected.
1.2 When agreed upon between the purchaser and the manufacturer, the heat sample and analysis may be accepted as representative of the composition of the metal. In such cases, each lot must be properly identified with the heats from which it was made.
1.3 This practice is intended to cover the general principles of sampling applicable to nonferrous metals in cast form and is not intended to supersede or replace existing specification requirements for sampling of a particular material.
1.4 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard.
1.5  This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

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Status
Historical
Publication Date
31-Dec-2000
ICS
77.040.30 - Chemical analysis of metals
Technical Committee
E01 - Analytical Chemistry for Metals, Ores, and Related Materials
Drafting Committee
E01.05 - Cu, Pb, Zn, Cd, Sn, Be, Precious Metals, their Alloys, and Related Metals
Current Stage
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Replaces
ASTM E88-91(1996) - Standard Practice for Sampling Nonferrous Metals and Alloys in Cast Form for Determination of Chemical Composition
Effective Date
01-Jan-2001
Replaced By
ASTM E88-91(2005) - Standard Practice for Sampling Nonferrous Metals and Alloys in Cast Form for Determination of Chemical Composition
Effective Date
01-Oct-2005
Referred By
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Effective Date
01-Jan-2001
Referred By
ASTM E1473-22 - Standard Test Methods for Chemical Analysis of Nickel, Cobalt, and High-Temperature Alloys
Effective Date
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Referred By
ASTM B32-20 - Standard Specification for Solder Metal
Effective Date
01-Jan-2001
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Effective Date
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Effective Date
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Effective Date
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Designation:E88–91(Reapproved 2001)
Standard Practice for
Sampling Nonferrous Metals and Alloys in Cast Form for
Determination of Chemical Composition
This standard is issued under the fixed designation E 88; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of original
adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision.Anumber in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval.Asuperscript
epsilon (e) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope 3. Terminology
1.1 This practice covers the sampling, for the determination 3.1 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:
of chemical composition (Note 1) of nonferrous metals and 3.1.1 portion—the term “portion” is used in this practice to
alloys in cast form for remelting or mechanical working. designate the selected ingots, slabs, etc., from which the
1.1.1 Refer to Practice E 255 for copper and copper alloys. sample is prepared.
3.1.2 sample—the term “sample” is used in this practice to
NOTE 1—The selection of correct portions of material and the prepa-
designate the final form of the material submitted for analysis
ration of a representative sample from such portions are necessary
(drillings, millings, etc.). A representative sample may best be
prerequisites to every analysis, the analysis being of no value unless the
sample actually represents the average composition of the material from defined as a small part containing the same components in the
which it was selected.
same proportions as they occur in the relatively large mass of
the original lot or lots of material.
1.2 When agreed upon between the purchaser and the
manufacturer, the heat sample and analysis may be accepted as
4. Selection of Portion
representative of the composition of the metal. In such cases,
4.1 Aportion representative of the total shipment or lot shall
each lot must be properly identified with the heats from which
be taken for sampling. This portion shall be so selected that a
it was made.
minimum wastage of material is incurred, consistent with the
1.3 This practice is intended to cover the general principles
required accuracy in sampling.
of sampling applicable to nonferrous metals in cast form and is
4.2 The number of ingots, slabs, etc., selected to constitute
not intended to supersede or replace existing specification
this portion shall comply with the requirements of the ASTM
requirements for sampling of a particular material.
specifications covering that particular material.
1.4 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded
as the standard.
5. Preparation of Sample
1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of the
5.1 Machinable materials shall be sampled by drilling,
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
milling, or sawing. Materials that are too difficult to machine
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
may be ground or crushed.
priate safety and health practices and determine the applica-
5.2 Machinable materials in form of bar, billet, ingot, slab,
bility of regulatory limitations prior to use.
cake, etc., shall be sampled by drilling five holes approxi-
2. Referenced Documents mately 1.27 cm ( ⁄2 in.) in diameter at points equally spaced
between the ends of the pieces along a diagonal line. The
2.1 ASTM Standards:
drilling shall be through the total thickness and, if necessary,
E 255 Practice for Sampling Copper and Copper Alloys for
drilled from both directions, top and bottom.
Determination of Chemical Composition
5.3 Alternatively, any of the forms mentioned in 5.2 may be
milled or sawed at similar points through a section from side to
center or through an entire cross-section of the piece.
This practice is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee E01 on Analytical
Chemistry for Metals, Ores, and Related Materials and is the direct responsibility of
5.4 Materials too difficult to be machined, commonly in
Subcommittee E01.05 on Zn, Sn, Pb, Cd, Be, and Other Metals.
lump form, shall be reduced in size by passing through a jaw
Current edition approved Sept. 15, 1991. Published November 1991. Originally
or roll crusher or broken in a mortar to a particle size that will
published as E 88 – 50 T. Last previous edition E 88 – 58 (1986).
Annual Book of ASTM Standards, Vol 03.05. pass a No. 14 (1.40-mm) sieve.
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This practice covers the sampling, for the determination of chemical composition of nonferrous metals and alloys that have been reduced to their final form by mechanical working; that is, by such means as rolling, drawing, and extruding. The portion selection, sample preparation, sampling details, sample size and storage, and resampling are also detailed.
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ASTM E1277-23(Test Method)
Standard Test Method for Analysis of Zinc-5 % Aluminum-Mischmetal Alloys by Inductively Coupled Plasma Atomic Emission Spectrometry

SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
5.1 This test method for the chemical analysis of metals and alloys is primarily intended to test such materials for compliance with compositional specifications. It is assumed that all those who use this test method will be trained analysts capable of performing common laboratory procedures skillfully and safely. It is expected that work will be performed in a properly equipped laboratory.
SCOPE
1.1 This test method covers the chemical analysis of zinc alloys having chemical compositions within the following limits:    
Element  
Composition Range, %  
Aluminum  
3.0–8.0  
Antimony  
0.002 max  
Cadmium  
0.025 max  
Cerium  
0.03–0.10  
Copper  
0.10 max  
Iron  
0.10 max  
Lanthanum  
0.03–0.10  
Lead  
0.026 max  
Magnesium  
0.05 max  
Silicon  
0.015 max  
Tin  
0.002 max  
Titanium  
0.02 max  
Zirconium  
0.02 max  
1.2 Units—The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.  
1.3 Included are procedures for elements in the following composition ranges:    
Element  
Composition Range, %  
Aluminum  
3.0–8.0  
Cadmium  
0.0016–0.025  
Cerium  
0.005–0.10  
Iron  
0.0015–0.10  
Lanthanum  
0.009–0.10  
Lead  
0.002–0.026  
1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. Specific safety hazards statements are given in Section 8, 11.2, and 13.1.  
1.5 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

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ASTM E3346-22(Guide)
Standard Guide for Combustion, Inert Gas Fusion and Hot Extraction Instruments for use in Analyzing Metals, Ores, and Related Materials

SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
5.1 The chemical measurement processes covered by this guide are used for determination of Carbon, Sulfur, Nitrogen, Oxygen and Hydrogen in metals, ores and related materials. A test method utilizing this guidance is used to test such materials, and also form the basis for quality assurance of these materials. Thus, it is economically and scientifically critical that these instruments be understood by the laboratories that use them.  
5.2 It is assumed that all who use this guide will be trained analysts, capable of performing common laboratory procedures skillfully, and safely. It is expected that any work will be performed in a properly equipped laboratory.  
5.3 It is expected that the laboratory will prepare their own work procedures for any of the information described in this guide.  
5.4 This guide contains numerous references to “manufacturer’s recommendations”. The user of this guide is expected to refer to the instrument operation manual for the specific instrument being used or consult directly with the manufacturer to obtain instructions or recommendations.  
5.5 This guide stresses the conservation of certified reference materials (CRMs). CRMs should not be used for drift checks or conditioning measurments. Other materials should be developed and used for these operations.
SCOPE
1.1 This guide covers information for using Combustion, Inert Gas Fusion and Hot Extraction instruments to determine the mass fraction of the non-metallic elements Carbon, Sulfur, Nitrogen, Oxygen and Hydrogen in metals, ores and related materials.  
1.2 This guide does not specify all the operating conditions because of the differences among different manufacturer’s instruments. Laboratories should follow instructions provided by the manufacturer of the instrument.  
1.3 Units—The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.  
1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.  
1.5 The information in this guide is contained in the sections indicated as follows:    
Sections  
Carbon/Sulfur by Combustion/Infrared Detection  
14 – 19  
Nitrogen/Oxygen by Inert Gas Fusion/Thermal Conductivity and Infrared Detection  
20 – 25  
Hydrogen by Inert Gas Fusion Instrumental Measurement and Hot Extraction/Various Detection Cell Technology  
26 – 31  
1.6 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

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ASTM E1085-22(Test Method)
Standard Test Method for Analysis of Low-Alloy Steels by Wavelength Dispersive X-Ray Fluorescence Spectrometry

SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
5.1 This test method is suitable for manufacturing control and for verifying that a product meets specifications. This test method provides rapid, multi-element determinations with sufficient accuracy to ensure product quality and to minimize production delays. The analytical performance data may be used as a benchmark to determine if similar X-ray spectrometers provide equivalent precision and accuracy, or if the performance of a particular X-ray spectrometer has changed.  
5.2 Calcium is sometimes added to steel to affect inclusion shape which enhances certain mechanical properties of steel. This test method is useful for determining the residual calcium in the steel after such treatment.  
5.2.1 Because calcium occurs primarily in inclusions, the precision of this test method is a function of the distribution of the calcium-bearing inclusions in the steel. The variation of determinations on freshly prepared surfaces will give some indication of the distribution of these inclusions.
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1.1 This test method covers the wavelength dispersive X-ray fluorescence analysis of low-alloy steels for the following elements:    
Element  
Mass Fraction
Range, %  
Calcium  
0.001 to 0.007  
Chromium  
0.04 to 2.5  
Cobalt  
0.03 to 0.2  
Copper  
0.03 to 0.6  
Manganese  
0.04 to 2.5  
Molybdenum  
0.005 to 1.5  
Nickel  
0.04 to 3.0  
Niobium  
0.002 to 0.1  
Phosphorus  
0.010 to 0.08  
Silicon  
0.06 to 1.5  
Sulfur  
0.009 to 0.1  
Vanadium  
0.012 to 0.6  
1.1.1 Unless exceptions are noted, mass fraction ranges can be extended and additional elements can be included by the use of suitable reference materials and measurement conditions. Deviations from the published scope must be validated by experimental means. See Guide E2857 for information on validation options.  
1.2 The values stated in the International System of Units (SI) are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to other units that are provided for information only, because they may be used in older software and laboratory procedures.  
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. Specific precautionary statements are given in Section 10.  
1.4 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

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