ASTM D7670-10(2017)
(Practice)Standard Practice for Processing In-service Fluid Samples for Particulate Contamination Analysis Using Membrane Filters
Standard Practice for Processing In-service Fluid Samples for Particulate Contamination Analysis Using Membrane Filters
SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
4.1 This practice provides for the processing of liquid samples. It will provide the optimum sample processing for visual contamination methods such as Test Methods F312.
SCOPE
1.1 This practice covers the processing of in-service fluids in preparation for particulate contamination analysis using membrane filters and is limited only by the liquid-to-membrane filter compatibility.
1.2 The practice covers the procedure for filtering a measured volume of liquid through a membrane filter. When this practice is used, the particulate matter will be randomly distributed on the filter surface for subsequent contamination analysis methods.
1.3 The practice describes procedures to allow handling particles in the size range between 2 µm and 1000 μm with minimum losses during handling.
1.4 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.
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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Designation: D7670 − 10 (Reapproved 2017)
Standard Practice for
Processing In-service Fluid Samples for Particulate
1
Contamination Analysis Using Membrane Filters
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D7670; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope D1353 Test Method for Nonvolatile Matter in Volatile Sol-
vents for Use in Paint, Varnish, Lacquer, and Related
1.1 This practice covers the processing of in-service fluids
Products
in preparation for particulate contamination analysis using
D1836 Specification for Commercial Hexanes
membranefiltersandislimitedonlybytheliquid-to-membrane
D2021 Specification for Neutral Detergent, 40 PercentAlky-
filter compatibility.
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lbenzene Sulfonate Type (Withdrawn 2000)
1.2 The practice covers the procedure for filtering a mea-
F312 Test Methods for Microscopical Sizing and Counting
sured volume of liquid through a membrane filter. When this
Particles from Aerospace Fluids on Membrane Filters
practice is used, the particulate matter will be randomly
distributed on the filter surface for subsequent contamination
3. Terminology
analysis methods.
3.1 Definitions:
1.3 The practice describes procedures to allow handling
3.1.1 filtered liquid dispenser, n—as used in this practice, a
particles in the size range between 2 µm and 1000 µm with
dispensercapableofdeliveringrinseliquidthroughafilterwith
minimum losses during handling.
pore size no larger than half the size of the smallest particle
1.4 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as being considered for measurement.
standard. No other units of measurement are included in this
3.1.2 filter patch test, n—preparation of a sample by mem-
standard.
branefiltration,asdescribedinthispractice,isoftenreferredto
as a patch test, or a filter patch test.
1.5 This international standard was developed in accor-
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the 4. Significance and Use
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
4.1 This practice provides for the processing of liquid
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
samples. It will provide the optimum sample processing for
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
visual contamination methods such as Test Methods F312.
2. Referenced Documents
5. Apparatus and Materials
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2.1 ASTM Standards:
5.1 Filtration Funnel.
D287 Test Method for API Gravity of Crude Petroleum and
5.2 Membrane Filter Support—Either a fritted-glass,
Petroleum Products (Hydrometer Method)
sintered-metal, polyphenyl-sulfone, or stainless steel screen
D1078 Test Method for Distillation Range of Volatile Or-
may be used. The support shall be so designed as to enable
ganic Liquids
attachment to a vacuum flask.
D1193 Specification for Reagent Water
5.3 Vacuum Flask.
5.4 Funnel-Holding Device—A provision should be made
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This practice is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D02 on Petroleum
for the dissipation of static electricity from the funnel.
Products, Liquid Fuels, and Lubricants and is the direct responsibility of Subcom-
mittee D02.96.06 on Practices and Techniques for Prediction and Determination of
5.5 Clean Bench or Hood—Supplied with unidirectional
Microscopic Wear and Wear-related Properties.
flow filtered air in which uncovered components may be
CurrenteditionapprovedMay1,2017.PublishedJuly2017.Originallyapproved
placed.
in 2010. Last previous edition approved in 2010 as D7670 – 10. DOI: 10.1520/
D7670-10R17.
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contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM
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Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on The last approved version of this historical standard is referenced on
the ASTM website. www.astm.org.
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5.6 Vacuum Source—Minimum vacuum gauge reading of 7. Preparation of Apparatus
61 kPa (or other metric units acceptable to ASTM).
7.1 Wash the apparatus thoroughly in a solution of liquid
5.7 Forceps—Unserrated tips. detergent and hot water and rinse with hot tap water (Note 2).
Rinse with filtered isopropyl alcohol to remove the water; then
5.8 Filtered Liquid Dispenser.
rinse twice with filtered solvent.
5.9 MembraneFilter—Poresizenogreaterthanhalfthesize
NOTE 2—Distilled or deionized water shall be used in areas where
of the smallest particle being conside
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Designation: D7670 − 10 D7670 − 10 (Reapproved 2017)
Standard Practice for
Processing In-service Fluid Samples for Particulate
1
Contamination Analysis Using Membrane Filters
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D7670; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope
1.1 This practice covers the processing of in-service fluids in preparation for particulate contamination analysis using membrane
filters and is limited only by the liquid-to-membrane filter compatibility.
1.2 The practice covers the procedure for filtering a measured volume of liquid through a membrane filter. When this practice
is used, the particulate matter will be randomly distributed on the filter surface for subsequent contamination analysis methods.
1.3 The practice describes procedures to allow handling particles in the size range between 22 μm and 1000 μm 1000 μm with
minimum losses during handling.
1.4 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.
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.
2. Referenced Documents
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2.1 ASTM Standards:
D287 Test Method for API Gravity of Crude Petroleum and Petroleum Products (Hydrometer Method)
D1078 Test Method for Distillation Range of Volatile Organic Liquids
D1193 Specification for Reagent Water
D1353 Test Method for Nonvolatile Matter in Volatile Solvents for Use in Paint, Varnish, Lacquer, and Related Products
D1836 Specification for Commercial Hexanes
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D2021 Specification for Neutral Detergent, 40 Percent Alkylbenzene Sulfonate Type (Withdrawn 2000)
F312 Test Methods for Microscopical Sizing and Counting Particles from Aerospace Fluids on Membrane Filters
3. Terminology
3.1 Definitions:
3.1.1 filtered liquid dispenser, n—as used in this practice, a dispenser capable of delivering rinse liquid through a filter with pore
size no larger than half the size of the smallest particle being considered for measurement.
3.1.2 filter patch test, n—preparation of a sample by membrane filtration, as described in this practice, is often referred to as
a patch test, or a filter patch test.
4. Significance and Use
4.1 This practice provides for the processing of liquid samples. It will provide the optimum sample processing for visual
contamination methods such as Test Methods F312.
5. Apparatus and Materials
5.1 Filtration Funnel.
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This practice is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D02 on Petroleum Products Products, Liquid Fuels, and Lubricants and is the direct responsibility of
Subcommittee D02.96.06 on Practices and Techniques for Prediction and Determination of Microscopic Wear and Wear-related Properties.
Current edition approved Oct. 1, 2010May 1, 2017. Published November 2010July 2017. Originally approved in 2010. Last previous edition approved in 2010 as
D7670 – 10. DOI: 10.1520/D7670-10.10.1520/D7670-10R17.
2
For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM Standards
volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on the ASTM website.
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The last approved version of this historical standard is referenced on www.astm.org.
Copyright © ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. United States
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5.2 Membrane Filter Support—Either a fritted-glass, sintered-metal, polyphenyl-sulfone, or stainless steel screen may be used.
The support shall be so designed as to enable attachment to a vacuum flask.
5.3 Vacuum Flask.
5.4 Funnel-Holding Device—A provision should be made for the dissipation of static electricity from the funnel.
5.5 Clean Bench or Hood—Supplied with unidirectional flow filtered air in which uncovered components may be placed.
5.6 Vacuum Source—Minimum vacuum gauge reading of 61 kPa 61 kPa (or other metric units acceptable to ASTM).
5.7 Forceps—Unserrated tips.
5.8 Filtered Liquid Dispenser.
5.9 Membrane Filter—Pore
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