EN 14937-2:2006

Copper and copper alloys - Determination of antimony content - Part 2: FAAS method

This part of this European Standard specifies a flame atomic absorption spectrometric method (FAAS) for the determination of the antimony content of copper and copper alloys in the form of unwrought, wrought and cast products.
The method is applicable to products having antimony mass fractions between 0,02 % and 2,0 %.

Kupfer und Kupferlegierungen - Bestimmung des Antimongehaltes - Teil 2: Flammenatomabsorptionsspektrometrisches Verfahren (FAAS)

Dieser Teil dieser Europäischen Norm legt ein flammenatomabsorptionsspektrometrisches Verfahren (FAAS) für
die Bestimmung des Antimongehaltes in Kupfer und Kupferlegierungen fest, die als Gussstücke oder als plastisch
oder nicht plastisch geformte Produkte vorliegen.
Das Verfahren ist geeignet für Produkte mit Antimon-Massenanteilen zwischen 0,02 % und 2,0 %.

Cuivre et alliages de cuivre - Dosage de l'antimoine - Partie 2 : Méthode par spectrométrie d'absorption atomique dans la flamme (SAAF)

Cette partie de la présente Norme européenne spécifie une méthode par spectrométrie d’absorption atomique dans la flamme (SAAF) pour le dosage de l’antimoine dans le cuivre et les alliages de cuivre sous la forme de produits non corroyés, corroyés et coulés.
La méthode s’applique aux produits ayant des teneurs en antimoine comprises entre 0,02 % et 2,0 %.

Baker in bakrove zlitine – Določevanje antimona – 2. del: Metoda FAAS

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 20-Jun-2006
• Withdrawal Date: 30-Dec-2006
• ICS: 77.120.30 - Copper and copper alloys
• Technical Committee: CEN/TC 133 - Copper and copper alloys
• Drafting Committee: CEN/TC 133/WG 10 - Methods of analysis
• Current Stage: 9093 - Decision to confirm - Review Enquiry
• Start Date: 18-Apr-2023
• Completion Date: 26-Nov-2025
• Ref Project: SIST EN 14937-2:2006 - Copper and copper alloys - Determination of antimony content - Part 2: FAAS method

Overview

EN 14937-2:2006 is a European standard developed by CEN (European Committee for Standardization) that outlines a precise analytical method for determining the antimony content in copper and copper alloys. Specifically, this standard focuses on the Flame Atomic Absorption Spectrometry (FAAS) technique to quantify antimony concentrations in unwrought, wrought, and cast copper-based products. Applicable for antimony mass fractions ranging from 0.02% to 2.0%, this method ensures accurate and reliable measurement critical for quality control and materials certification in metallurgical and manufacturing industries.

Key Topics

• Scope and Application: The standard applies to all forms of copper and copper alloys including unwrought, wrought, and cast products. It is suitable for products containing antimony levels between 0.02% and 2.0% by mass.

• Analytical Principle: The method uses Flame Atomic Absorption Spectrometry (FAAS), where a sample dissolved in aqua regia is aspirated into an air/acetylene flame. The absorption of the 217.6 nm spectral line emitted by an antimony-specific hollow-cathode or electrodeless discharge lamp is measured.

• Sample Preparation: Test samples must be finely milled or drilled to a maximum thickness of 0.5 mm. Around 1 gram of the test sample is dissolved in hydrochloric and nitric acids and then diluted accordingly based on the expected antimony content.

• Calibration and Accuracy: Calibration curves are established using antimony standard solutions with copper base solutions to compensate for matrix effects. The procedure requires duplicate analyses and includes a blank test for reagent validation.

• Precision and Validation: Validated through interlaboratory studies, the method demonstrates high repeatability and reproducibility with statistical data supporting its accuracy for industrial use.

• Reporting Requirements: Test reports must include sample identification, test method specifics, results, any anomalies encountered, and signatures of responsible personnel, ensuring traceability and compliance.

Applications

• Metallurgical Quality Control: Ensures accurate antimony content determination in copper alloys to meet material specifications and industry regulations.

• Product Certification: Helps manufacturers certify the elemental composition of copper alloy products used across electrical, construction, and plumbing sectors.

• Research and Development: Assists material scientists in studying the effects of antimony on copper alloy properties by providing reliable quantification methods.

• Regulatory Compliance: Supports compliance with European and international standards related to copper alloy composition.

Related Standards

• EN 14937-1:2006: Determination of antimony content in copper and copper alloys by spectrophotometric method, providing an alternative analytical technique.

• ISO 1811-1 & ISO 1811-2: Standards covering sampling methods for cast unwrought products and wrought products, vital for sample preparation in chemical analysis.

• ISO 5725 Series: Provides guidance on accuracy (trueness and precision) of measurement methods, including repeatability and reproducibility, underpinning the validation of EN 14937-2.

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Adherence to EN 14937-2:2006 assists laboratories and industries in maintaining consistent, accurate antimony content analysis in copper alloys using the FAAS method, thus supporting quality assurance and material certification processes across Europe and beyond.

Standards Content (Sample)

2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Copper and copper alloys - Determination of antimony content - Part 2: FAAS method)$$6Cuivre et alliages de cuivre - Dosage de l'antimoine - Partie 2 : Méthode par spectrométrie d'absorption atomique dans la flamme (SAAF)Kupfer und Kupferlegierungen - Bestimmung des Antimongehaltes - Teil 2: Flammenatomabsorptionsspektrometrisches Verfahren (FAAS)Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 14937-2:2006SIST EN 14937-2:2006en77.120.30ICS:SLOVENSKI
STANDARDSIST EN 14937-2:200601-september-2006

EUROPEAN STANDARDNORME EUROPÉENNEEUROPÄISCHE NORMEN 14937-2June 2006ICS 77.120.30 English VersionCopper and copper alloys - Determination of antimony content -Part 2: FAAS methodCuivre et alliages de cuivre - Dosage de l'antimoine - Partie2 : Méthode par spectrométrie d'absorption atomique dansla flamme (SAAF)Kupfer und Kupferlegierungen - Bestimmung desAntimongehaltes - Teil 2:Flammenatomabsorptionsspektrometrisches Verfahren(FAAS)This European Standard was approved by CEN on 15 May 2006.CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this EuropeanStandard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such nationalstandards may be obtained on application to the Central Secretariat or to any CEN member.This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by translationunder the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the Central Secretariat has the same status as the officialversions.CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France,Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania,Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATIONCOMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATIONEUROPÄISCHES KOMITEE FÜR NORMUNGManagement Centre: rue de Stassart, 36
B-1050 Brussels© 2006 CENAll rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reservedworldwide for CEN national Members.Ref. No. EN 14937-2:2006: E

Contents Page Foreword.3 1 Scope.4 2 Normative references.4 3 Principle.4 4 Reagents and materials.4 5 Apparatus.5 6 Sampling.5 7 Procedure.5 8 Expression of results.8 9 Precision.9 10 Test report.10 Bibliography.11

3 Foreword This document (EN 14937-2:2006) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 133 “Copper and copper alloys”, the secretariat of which is held by DIN. This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an identical text or by endorsement, at the latest by December 2006, and conflicting national standards shall be withdrawn at the latest by December 2006. Within its programme of work, Technical Committee CEN/TC 133 requested CEN/TC 133/WG 10 "Methods of analysis" to prepare the following standard: EN 14937-2, Copper and copper alloys — Determination of antimony content — Part 2:
FAAS method This is one of two parts of the standard for the determination of antimony content in copper and copper alloys. The other part is: EN 14937-1, Copper and copper alloys — Determination of antimony content — Part 1: Spectrophotometric method According to the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations of the following coun-tries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Esto-nia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.

1 Scope This part of this European Standard specifies a flame atomic absorption spectrometric method (FAAS) for the de-termination of the antimony content of copper and copper alloys in the form of unwrought, wrought and cast prod-ucts. The method is applicable to products having antimony mass fractions between 0,02 % and 2,0 %. 2 Normative references The following referenced documents are indispensable for the application of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies. ISO 1811-1, Copper and copper alloys — Selection and preparation of samples for chemical analysis — Part 1: Sampling of cast unwrought products ISO 1811-2, Copper and copper alloys — Selection and preparation of samples for chemical analysis — Part 2: Sampling of wrought products and castings NOTE Informative references to documents used in the preparation of this standard, and cited at the appropriate places in the text, are listed in the Bibliography. 3 Principle Dissolution of a test portion in aqua regia followed, after suitable dilution, by aspiration into an air/acetylene flame of an atomic absorption spectrometer. Measurement of the absorption of the 217,6 nm line emitted by an antimony hollow-cathode or electrodeless discharge lamp. 4 Reagents and materials 4.1 General During the analysis, use only reagents of recognized analytical grade and only distilled water or water of equivalent purity. 4.2 Hydrochloric acid, HCl (ρ = 1,19 g/ml). 4.3 Nitric acid, HNO3 (ρ = 1,40 g/ml). 4.4 Nitric acid solution, 1 + 1 Dilute 500 ml of nitric acid (4.3) in 500 ml of water. 4.5 Antimony stock solution, 1,000 g/l Sb a) Weigh (1 ± 0,001) g of antimony (Sb > 99,90 %). Transfer it into a 250 ml beaker. Cover with a watch glass. Add 100 ml of hydrochloric acid (4.2) and 50 ml of nitric acid solution (4.4). Heat very gently until the antimony is completely dissolved. Cool to room temperature. Transfer it into a 1 000 ml one-mark volumetric flask, containing 200 ml of hydrochloric acid (4.2), dilute to the mark with water and mix well, or b) Weigh 2,743 0 g of pure potassium antimony(III) oxide tartrate hemihydrate [K(SbO)C4H4O6 · 1/2H2O] and dis-solve it in water. Transfer the solution quantitatively into a 1 000 ml one-mark volumetric flask, dilute to the mark with water and mix well. 1 ml of either solution contains 1,0 mg of Sb.

5 4.6 Antimony standard solution, 0,050 g/l Sb Transfer 10,0 ml of the antimony stock solution (4.5) into a 200 ml one-mark volumetric flask. Dilute to the mark with water and mix well. Prepare this solution immediately prior to use. 1 ml of this solution contains 0,050 mg of Sb. 4.7 Antimony standard solution, 0,200 g/l Sb Transfer 20,0 ml of the antimony stock solution (4.5) into a 100 ml one-mark volumetric flask. Dilute to the mark with water and mix well. Prepare this solution immediately prior to use. 1 ml of this solution contains 0,200 mg of Sb. 4.8 Copper base solution, 50 g/l Cu Weigh 25,0 g of antimony-free copper (Cu ≥ 99,5 %) and transfer it into an 800 ml beaker. Add 125 ml of hydro-chloric acid (4.2) and, cautiously, 250 ml of nitric acid solution (4.4). Cover with a watch glass and heat gently until the copper is completely dissolved, then continue heating to the boiling point. Cool to room temperature. Wash the beaker cover and the sides of the beaker with water. Transfer the solution quantitatively into a 500 ml one-mark volumetric flask, dilute to the mark with water and mix well. 1 ml of this solution contains 50 mg of Cu 4.9 Copper base solution, 10 g/l Cu Transfer 50,0 ml of the copper base solution (4.8) into a 250 ml one-mark volumetric flask. Add 45 ml of hydro-chloric acid (4.2) and 90 ml of nitric acid solution (4.4). Dilute to the mark with water and mix well. 1 ml of this solution contains 10 mg of Cu 5 Apparatus 5.1 Ordinary laboratory apparatus. 5.2 Atomic absorption spectrometer, fitted with an air/acetylene burner. 5.3 Antimony hollow-cathode or electrodeless discharge lamp. 6 Sampling Sampling shall be carried out in accordance with ISO 1811-1 or ISO 1811-2, as appropriate. Test samples shall be in the form of fine drillings, chips or millings with a maximum thickness of 0,5 mm. 7 Procedure 7.1 Preparation of the test portion
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