Methods for sampling and analysis of fire effluents

This International Standard presents a range of sampling and chemical analytical methods suitable for
the analysis of individual chemical species in fire atmospheres. The procedures relate to the analysis of
samples extracted from an apparatus or effluent flow from a fire test rig or physical fire test model and
are not concerned with the specific nature of the fire test.
This International Standard doesn’t cover aerosols (detailed in Reference [3]) and FTIR technique
(detailed in Reference [4]). The gases of environmental interest, such as PAH, dioxins, furans, endocrinal
disturbers, will be developed in a future document by ISO TC92/SC3.

Méthodes d'échantillonnage et d'analyse des effluents du feu

L'ISO 19701:2013 pr�sente un �ventail de techniques d'�chantillonnage et de m�thodes chimiques analytiques appropri�es � l'analyse des diff�rentes esp�ces chimiques en atmosph�res de combustion. Les modes op�ratoires concernent l'analyse d'�chantillons extraits d'un appareil ou d'un �coulement d'effluent � partir d'un appareil d'essai au feu ou d'un mod�le physique d'essai au feu, mais il ne rend pas compte de la nature sp�cifique de l'essai de combustion.
L'ISO 19701:2013 ne couvre pas les a�rosols et la technique de la spectroscopie infrarouge � transform�e de Fourier (IRTF).

Metode vzorčenja in analize dimnih plinov

Ta mednarodni standard predstavlja nabor metod vzorčenja in kemične analize, ki so primerne za
analizo posameznih kemijskih snovi v dimu. Postopki se nanašajo na analizo vzorcev, pridobljenih iz naprave ali pretoka dima iz požarne preskusne opreme ali fizikalnega preskusnega modela požara, in niso povezani s specifično naravo preskusa požarne varnosti.
Ta mednarodni standard ne zajema aerosolov (podrobno opisano v viru [3]) in tehnike FTIR (podrobno opisano v viru [4]). Plini, pomembni za varstvo okolja, kot so PAH, dioksini, furani in hormonski motilci, bodo obravnavali v prihodnjem dokumentu v standardu ISO TC92/SC3.

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23-Aug-2018
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INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 19701
Second edition
2013-04-01
Methods for sampling and analysis of
fire effluents
Méthodes d’échantillonnage et d’analyse des effluents du feu
Reference number
ISO 19701:2013(E)
©
ISO 2013

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Contents Page
Foreword .iv
Introduction .v
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions . 1
4 Methods of sampling . 1
4.1 General considerations . 1
4.2 Concentration and volume fraction . 2
4.3 Special considerations . 2
4.4 Sampling using gas-solution absorbers . 3
4.5 Sampling using solid sorption tubes . 5
4.6 Sampling for spectrometric or spectrophotometric analysis . 6
4.7 Sampling using gas bags . 7
5 Analytical methods for fire gases . 8
5.1 Carbon monoxide by non-dispersive infrared spectroscopy (NDIR) . 8
5.2 Carbon dioxide by non dispersive infrared spectroscopy (NDIR) . 9
5.3 Oxygen by paramagnetism .11
5.4 Hydrogen cyanide .12
5.5 Hydrogen chloride and hydrogen bromide .18
5.6 Hydrogen fluoride .25
5.7 Oxides of nitrogen .29
5.8 Acrolein .35
5.9 Formaldehyde .42
5.10 Acetaldehyde .47
5.11 Total aldehydes by colourimetry .48
5.12 Sulfur dioxide by high performance ion chromatography (HPIC) .50
5.13 Carbon disulfide by GC-MS in gas phase .52
5.14 Hydrogen sulphide .54
5.15 Ammonia .57
5.16 Antimony compounds by atomic absorption spectrophotometry (AAS) or inductively
coupled plasma emission spectrometry (ICP) .60
5.17 Arsenic compounds by atomic absorption spectrophotometry (AAS) or inductively
coupled plasma emission spectrometry (ICP) .62
5.18 Phosphorus by inductively coupled plasma emission spectrometry (ICP) .63
5.19 Phosphates .65
5.20 Phenol .69
5.21 Benzene .72
5.22 Toluene (Methylbenzene) .76
5.23 Styrene (Phenylethene) .80
5.24 Acrylonitrile and other nitriles by GC-MS in gas phase .83
5.25 Formic acid .86
5.26 Total hydrocarbons by FID . .89
5.27 Isocyanates .89
5.28 Oxygenated organic species .89
Annex A (informative) Species and measurement techniques currently deemed unsuitable in
fire effluents .90
Annex B (informative) Colour-change chemical detection tubes .92
Annex C (informative) Quantitative instrumental methods .93
Annex D (informative) Hydrogen fluoride by continuous online ion selective electrode .107
Bibliography .110
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Foreword
ISO (the International Organization for Standardization) is a worldwide federation of national standards
bodies (ISO member bodies). The work of preparing International Standards is normally carried out
through ISO technical committees. Each member body interested in a subject for which a technical
committee has been established has the right to be represented on that committee. International
organizations, governmental and non-governmental, in liaison with ISO, also take part in the work.
ISO collaborates closely with the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) on all matters of
electrotechnical standardization.
International Standards are drafted in accordance with the rules given in the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2.
The main task of technical committees is to prepare International Standards. Draft International
Standards adopted by the technical committees are circulated to the member bodies for voting.
Publication as an International Standard requires approval by at least 75 % of the member bodies
casting a vote.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. ISO shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
ISO 19701 was prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 92, Fire safety, Subcommittee SC 3, Fire threat
to people and environment.
This second edition cancels and replaces the first edition (ISO 19701:2005).
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Introduction
The analysis of fire gases for use in toxic hazard and life threat assessment and other purposes (e.g.
impact on the environment) is a great challenge for the analyst. Fire atmospheres are by nature hostile
environments. Temperatures in excess of 1 000 °C are common, the gas phase can contain many corrosive,
toxic, irritant or combustible species together with relatively large quantities of condensable water.
These properties are largely incompatible with most instrumental analytical methods where a “clean”
sample is required. This poses many problems both for the qualification and quantification of the chemical
species and particulates in fire atmospheres. In presenting a sample to the measuring instrument that it
will tolerate, it can be necessary to filter particulates and remove other species. Losses in the sampling
train must therefore be quantifiable and taken into account in the final analysis.
Techniques also exist for measuring chemical species in situ; this will be the subject of a future document.
The methods described in Clause 5 have been used successfully by a number of laboratories. Studies of
repeatability and reproducibility of many of the methods covered in this International Standard have
[1] [2]
been taken from AFNOR NF X70-100-1 and AFAP-3.
For methods that involve a commercial instrument, uncertainty in the measured values may be estimated
from the manufacturer’s data and other information, e.g. allowance for losses in the sampling process.
For other methods, uncertainty in the measured values can occur through a variety of reasons, such as
sensitivity to the strength of reagents or the visibility of a colourimetric end point. In these cases, it is
assumed that best practice by qualified personnel is applied.
This International Standard is structured as follows.
— Clause 1 describes the scope of this standard
— Clause 4 describes methods of sampling.
— Clause 5 describes analytical methods for gases in fire atmospheres:
— Annex A provides information on techniques that were found not suitable with fire effluents.
— Annex B briefly describes the use of aspirated chemical colour-change tubes.
— Annex C is a summary of the main instrumental methods available for fire gas analysis, expanding
the information provided under the clauses for each individual chemical species.
— Annex D presents a method for continuous measurement of HF concentration using ion selective
electrode.
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Methods for sampling and analysis of fire effluents
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS — Due consideration must be given to the fact that both the fire gases
for analysis and many of the reagents used for their analysis can be toxic and/or present serious
health hazards. It is assumed throughout that the procedures described in this document will
be carried out by suitably qualified professional personnel, adequately trained in the hazards
and risks associated with such analyses and aware of any safety regulations that may be in force.
Consideration must also be given to the safe and ecologically acceptable disposal of all chemicals
used for analyses. This can require extensive treatment prior to release of the waste into the
environment. Again, it is assumed in this document that the personnel responsible for the safe
disposal of such reagents are suitably qualified and trained in these techniques and are aware of
the regulations which may be in force.
1 Scope
This International Standard presents a range of sampling and chemical analytical methods suitable for
the analysis of individual chemical species in fire atmospheres. The procedures relate to the analysis of
samples extracted from an apparatus or effluent flow from a fire test rig or physical fire test model and
are not concerned with the specific nature of the fire test.
This International Standard doesn’t cover aerosols (detailed in Reference [3]) and FTIR technique
(detailed in Reference [4]). The gases of environmental interest, such as PAH, dioxins, furans, endocrinal
disturbers, will be developed in a future document by ISO TC92/SC3.
2 Normative references
The following documents, in whole or in part, are normatively referenced in this document and are
indispensable for its application. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated
references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
ISO 13943, Fire safety — Vocabulary
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the terms and definitions given in ISO 13943 apply.
4 Methods of sampling
4.1 General considerations
Sampling is perhaps the most critical part of the procedures for analysis of gases in fire effluents.
Whereas sampling and analysis are commonly in use for many gaseous species in other fields, sampling
from fire atmospheres presents unusual and difficult problems.
The sample presented to the analyser shall be as representative as possible of the test atmosphere,
without having been changed by the sampling system. The sampling procedure should influence the test
atmosphere as little as possible (e.g. by depletion of the test volume). The sampling procedure should be
as uncomplicated as possible, while incorporating all necessary features detailed in this International
Standard. The sampling procedure shall be capable of operating with minimal blockage in the sampling
lines, melting or other disruption of probes, and without allowing condensation of the species for analysis.
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IMPORTANT — It is important to appreciate that the overall accuracy of the analysis of fire
effluent species is significantly dependent on the sampling procedures adopted, in particular
the quantification of losses in probes, sampling lines, and filtering systems.
4.2 Concentration and volume fraction
The concentration of fire effluent or of a toxic gas is its mass divided by the volume in which it is
−3
contained. For a fire effluent the typical units are g.m .However, for a toxic gas, concentration is usually
−1
expressed as a volume fraction at T = 298 K and P = 1 atm, and is expressed in terms of µL.L (equivalent
3 3 −6
to cm /m = 10 ).
NOTE 1 The concentration of a gas at a temperature, T, and a pressure, P can be calculated from its volume
fraction (assuming ideal gas behaviour) by multiplying the volume fraction by the density of the gas at that
temperature and pressure.
NOTE 2 Volume fractions of toxic gases used to be expressed in terms of “ppm by volume” but “ppm” is a
−1
deprecated term and therefore “µL.L ” is now used.
4.3 Special considerations
There are many factors that have a direct influence on the specific type of sampling methodology selected
to ensure that a suitable sample is presented to the analyser. For example, consideration shall include
the range of concentrations anticipated, the limits of detection, reactivity of the species of interest,
presence of interferences, and peak and average concentration values. Sampling of the extremely
complex atmosphere produced during combustion requires a very thorough evaluation and assessment
of all potential factors that might affect optimum conditions for sample collection and analysis.
The large number of different products frequently encountered in fire effluents often requires the use
of a variety of sampling procedures and approaches to ensure accurate identification and quantification
of combustion products. The selected sampling procedure also depends on the instrumentation and
analytical procedures available for the specific species being measured.
Sampling may involve either continuous, online analysis (e.g. non-dispersive infrared) or non-continuous
batch sampling (e.g. evacuated flask or bubbler samples). Batch-type sampling can be further subdivided
into two categories:
a) “Instantaneous”, or “grab”;
b) Average, or integrated.
Although there is no sharp distinction between categories a) and b), it is generally understood that grab
samples relate to samples taken over a short time period (i.e. usually less than 1 min), whereas integrated
samples are usually taken over a longer time period (i.e. a substantial portion of the total test period).
In some cases, continuous or semi-continuous online or frequent instantaneous sampling can be well
suited for following the rapidly changing combustion environment and will provide a representative
concentration profile. Frequently however, the minimum detectable limit of the species of interest
requires larger sample volumes than can be taken with these techniques. If this analytical limitation
exists, it is necessary to carry out the sampling over a longer period. While using longer sampling
periods permits the analysis of lower concentrations, this approach has some limitations. For example,
these types of samples permit a determination only of the integrated average concentration obtained
over the sampling period and do not discern any abrupt change in the evolution of the species of interest.
However, abrupt concentration changes can also be missed with instantaneously obtained samples, if
samples are not taken frequently enough.
When batch-sampling procedures are used, it is essential to specify sampling frequency, the starting
time of each sample and the total sampling time. This information is essential in order to ensure proper
evaluation of the data in conjunction with other fire properties that are being monitored (e.g. heat
release, temperatures, mass loss, smoke evolution, flame spread).
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Test fires can be classified as “small” (laboratory or “bench” size), “intermediate” or “large” (usually
full-scale). The sampled gases can be hot or near room temperature. It is generally necessary to extract
the gases from the test atmosphere through suitable tubing using a suction pump. Stainless steel tubing,
as short as possible, is often used. In the case of the production of hot gases, the sampling line shall be
heated to at least 100 °C. Several analytical methods require a dry, particulate-free sample. Glass wool
may be used (in most cases) as a particulate filter, with another trap of a drying agent (e.g. calcium
sulfate or calcium chloride) for removing moisture. The traps should be located just before the analyser
and after any heated sections of sampling tubes. Simple cold traps are often insufficient to remove the
quantity of moisture present in fire effluents; however, they can be useful in conjunction with other
filters and traps. The individual sampling and analytical system being used dictates flow requirements
and the necessity for moisture removal. Precautions should be taken to minimize the volume of the
filtering systems to reduce sampling time.
With the exception of hydrogen fluoride (HF), acid gases shall be sampled using glass, epoxy-lined or
PTFE tubes to minimize losses due to reactivity and condensation on the tube surfaces. For hydrogen
fluoride, tubes lined with PTFE shall be used (glass and glass-lined tubes are unsuitable). For species
that are relatively reactive and prone to losses, sampling lines shall be as short as possible, and shall
be heated to a sufficient temperature to avoid condensation. Hydrogen chloride (HCl) and hydrogen
bromide (HBr) can be adsorbed onto soot particles as well as gas sampling lines (including PTFE lines).
For organic materials (e.g. acrolein), unlined stainless steel tubing is suitable but the sampling lines shall
be heated to avoid condensation. Particulate traps, although usually necessary, can be avoided in some
cases and instrument requirements should be checked in this regard.
The location and size of sampling probes is influenced by the size of the test apparatus and the
requirements of the analytical system. The positioning of sampling probes in specific apparatus, however,
is beyond the scope of this International Standard. In general, the possibility of the stratification of gases
in chambers without good mixing shall be considered and sampling too near the wall of a test chamber
should be avoided.
Calibration of the entire sampling and analysis system, rather than just the analysis system, is
recommended in order to ensure that any losses in the sample route can be allowed for. All calibrations
should, therefore, take into account such factors as gas leakage (both into and out of the sampling lines)
and the adsorption of gases onto probes, sampling lines, filters and other components. Calibration gases
are often obtainable in cylinders; however, it is advisable that the concentration stated by the supplier
be verified by an independent analysis. This is especially true of reactive gases such as HCl and HF,
which can decay over relatively short time periods even in a closed cylinder. The calibration gas shall be
introduced at the sampling probe and allowed to travel the same course as a test gas, through filters and
traps if present, to the analyser or sampling medium.
4.4 Sampling using gas-solution absorbers
Absorption of gases in solution by the use of gas-washing bottles, bubblers, impingers, etc. all rely on the
same principle. The test atmosphere is drawn or pushed through the absorbing media at a measured rate
for a specified period of time. At the end of the sampling period, the solution is analysed for the species of
interest (e.g. the chloride ion for absorption of hydrogen chloride gas in water). Assuming 100 % efficiency
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(see discussion below), it is possible to calculate the concentration of the species in the gas phase, as
measured in the solution. A typical equation for calculating concentrations is presented in Formula (1):
ρ ××Vm(/m )
SG S
ρ = (1)
G
qt×
where
ρ is the gas concentration;
G
ρ is the solution concentration;
S
V is the volume, expressed in litres, of solution;
m /m is the ratio of atomic or molecular weights for the gaseous species, G, and solution species,
G S
S, if different, e.g. HCl/Cl);
q is the rate of gas flow, expressed in litres per minute, through the impinger;
t is the time, in minutes of gas flow.
The volume fraction of the gas, X , can be calculated by dividing the concentration by the density d,
G
of the gas at the ambient temperature and pressure. This density can be found, assuming ideal gas
behaviour, as follows:
M
G
d= (2)
H
H
X =ρ (3)
GG
M
G
where
M is the molar mass of the gaseous species, G;
G
H is the gaseous volume occupied by 1 mol of an ideal gas at the relevant ambient pressure (P)
and temperature (T).[ H = 8,314 J.K-1.mol-1 × 1 mol × T/P ]
- −3
EXAMPLE Suppose that the measured solution concentration of chloride ion (Cl ) was 0,006 g × dm in
3
0,025 dm of solution, the ambient thermodynamic temperature was 293,15 K, the ambient pressure was 1 bar
5 5 −3 3
(10 Pa = 10 J × m ), and the flow rate of gas was 0,25 dm /min for 2 min. Then the gas concentration of hydrogen
chloride is given by:
−3 3 3
ρG = [0,006 g.dm x 0,025 dm x (36,461 / 35,453)] / [0,25 dm /min x 2 min]
3
ρG = [0,00015 g x 1,028] / 0,50 dm
−3 −3
ρG = 0,0003084 g.dm = 308,4 mg.m
The volume fraction of hydrogen chloride is given by:
−3 −1 −1 −3 −1
X = 308,4 mg.m x (8,314 J.K .mol x 293,15 K / 105 J.m ) / 36,461 g.mol
G
−3 3 −1 −1
X = 308,4 mg.m x 0,02437 m .mol / 36,461 g.mol
G
X = 0,0002061 = 206,1 µL/L
G
The volume of the absorber solution and the total flow of gas directly affect the ratio of the gas and
solution concentrations. For a given gas concentration, the smaller the solution volume and/or the
larger the gas volume sampled, the higher the solution concentration. The choice of sampling conditions
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is dictated by the requirements of the analytical technique, including the volume and sampling rate
tolerated, expected concentration of gas in the test atmosphere, necessity for frequent sampling, etc.
The efficiency of absorption of a gas in liquid is affected by the following:
a) Solubility of the gas in the solution;
b) Physical characteristics of the absorber;
c) Ratio of gas flow rate to solution volume.
Generally, absorption efficiency is estimated empirically by allowing the flow of a known concentration
of the gas of interest through a series of impingers and measuring the “break-through” from the first
impinger (i.e. whatever is collected in the other traps). Another check on the efficiency of a given
flow/impinger system is to conduct a series of experiments with a known concentration of gas, using
different impingers and various flow rates. In practice, however, the choice of apparatus is limited, and
gas flow rates and trapping solution volumes are based on Formula (1), taking into account the known
characteristics of the analysis methods.
There are basically four types of gas-solution absorbers: simple gas-washing bottles (including midget
impingers), spiral or helical absorbers, packed glass-bead columns and fritted bubblers. The gas-washing
bottles, or impingers, function by drawing the gas through a tube (usually with a constricted opening),
which is immersed in the trapping liquid/solution. This type is most suitable for highly soluble gases
because contact time between solution and gas is short and bubble size is relatively large. For less soluble
species, the other absorbers offer longer contact time and/or smaller bubble size (which increases relative
surface contact). The spiral or helical absorbers are built in specialized shapes to allow a long contact
time. The flow rate in these bubblers is limited because of the possibility of trapping solution over-flow
with high flow rates. Packed glass-bead columns allow increased gas/liquid contact by dispersing the
bubbles through a bed of glass beads. Flow rates can be higher than for the spiral absorbers.
The
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Methods for sampling and analysis of fire effluents
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INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 19701
Second edition
2013-04-01
Methods for sampling and analysis of
fire effluents
Méthodes d’échantillonnage et d’analyse des effluents du feu
Reference number
ISO 19701:2013(E)
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COPYRIGHT PROTECTED DOCUMENT
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Contents Page
Foreword .iv
Introduction .v
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions . 1
4 Methods of sampling . 1
4.1 General considerations . 1
4.2 Concentration and volume fraction . 2
4.3 Special considerations . 2
4.4 Sampling using gas-solution absorbers . 3
4.5 Sampling using solid sorption tubes . 5
4.6 Sampling for spectrometric or spectrophotometric analysis . 6
4.7 Sampling using gas bags . 7
5 Analytical methods for fire gases . 8
5.1 Carbon monoxide by non-dispersive infrared spectroscopy (NDIR) . 8
5.2 Carbon dioxide by non dispersive infrared spectroscopy (NDIR) . 9
5.3 Oxygen by paramagnetism .11
5.4 Hydrogen cyanide .12
5.5 Hydrogen chloride and hydrogen bromide .18
5.6 Hydrogen fluoride .25
5.7 Oxides of nitrogen .29
5.8 Acrolein .35
5.9 Formaldehyde .42
5.10 Acetaldehyde .47
5.11 Total aldehydes by colourimetry .48
5.12 Sulfur dioxide by high performance ion chromatography (HPIC) .50
5.13 Carbon disulfide by GC-MS in gas phase .52
5.14 Hydrogen sulphide .54
5.15 Ammonia .57
5.16 Antimony compounds by atomic absorption spectrophotometry (AAS) or inductively
coupled plasma emission spectrometry (ICP) .60
5.17 Arsenic compounds by atomic absorption spectrophotometry (AAS) or inductively
coupled plasma emission spectrometry (ICP) .62
5.18 Phosphorus by inductively coupled plasma emission spectrometry (ICP) .63
5.19 Phosphates .65
5.20 Phenol .69
5.21 Benzene .72
5.22 Toluene (Methylbenzene) .76
5.23 Styrene (Phenylethene) .80
5.24 Acrylonitrile and other nitriles by GC-MS in gas phase .83
5.25 Formic acid .86
5.26 Total hydrocarbons by FID . .89
5.27 Isocyanates .89
5.28 Oxygenated organic species .89
Annex A (informative) Species and measurement techniques currently deemed unsuitable in
fire effluents .90
Annex B (informative) Colour-change chemical detection tubes .92
Annex C (informative) Quantitative instrumental methods .93
Annex D (informative) Hydrogen fluoride by continuous online ion selective electrode .107
Bibliography .110
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Foreword
ISO (the International Organization for Standardization) is a worldwide federation of national standards
bodies (ISO member bodies). The work of preparing International Standards is normally carried out
through ISO technical committees. Each member body interested in a subject for which a technical
committee has been established has the right to be represented on that committee. International
organizations, governmental and non-governmental, in liaison with ISO, also take part in the work.
ISO collaborates closely with the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) on all matters of
electrotechnical standardization.
International Standards are drafted in accordance with the rules given in the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2.
The main task of technical committees is to prepare International Standards. Draft International
Standards adopted by the technical committees are circulated to the member bodies for voting.
Publication as an International Standard requires approval by at least 75 % of the member bodies
casting a vote.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. ISO shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
ISO 19701 was prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 92, Fire safety, Subcommittee SC 3, Fire threat
to people and environment.
This second edition cancels and replaces the first edition (ISO 19701:2005).
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Introduction
The analysis of fire gases for use in toxic hazard and life threat assessment and other purposes (e.g.
impact on the environment) is a great challenge for the analyst. Fire atmospheres are by nature hostile
environments. Temperatures in excess of 1 000 °C are common, the gas phase can contain many corrosive,
toxic, irritant or combustible species together with relatively large quantities of condensable water.
These properties are largely incompatible with most instrumental analytical methods where a “clean”
sample is required. This poses many problems both for the qualification and quantification of the chemical
species and particulates in fire atmospheres. In presenting a sample to the measuring instrument that it
will tolerate, it can be necessary to filter particulates and remove other species. Losses in the sampling
train must therefore be quantifiable and taken into account in the final analysis.
Techniques also exist for measuring chemical species in situ; this will be the subject of a future document.
The methods described in Clause 5 have been used successfully by a number of laboratories. Studies of
repeatability and reproducibility of many of the methods covered in this International Standard have
[1] [2]
been taken from AFNOR NF X70-100-1 and AFAP-3.
For methods that involve a commercial instrument, uncertainty in the measured values may be estimated
from the manufacturer’s data and other information, e.g. allowance for losses in the sampling process.
For other methods, uncertainty in the measured values can occur through a variety of reasons, such as
sensitivity to the strength of reagents or the visibility of a colourimetric end point. In these cases, it is
assumed that best practice by qualified personnel is applied.
This International Standard is structured as follows.
— Clause 1 describes the scope of this standard
— Clause 4 describes methods of sampling.
— Clause 5 describes analytical methods for gases in fire atmospheres:
— Annex A provides information on techniques that were found not suitable with fire effluents.
— Annex B briefly describes the use of aspirated chemical colour-change tubes.
— Annex C is a summary of the main instrumental methods available for fire gas analysis, expanding
the information provided under the clauses for each individual chemical species.
— Annex D presents a method for continuous measurement of HF concentration using ion selective
electrode.
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INTERNATIONAL STANDARD ISO 19701:2013(E)
Methods for sampling and analysis of fire effluents
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS — Due consideration must be given to the fact that both the fire gases
for analysis and many of the reagents used for their analysis can be toxic and/or present serious
health hazards. It is assumed throughout that the procedures described in this document will
be carried out by suitably qualified professional personnel, adequately trained in the hazards
and risks associated with such analyses and aware of any safety regulations that may be in force.
Consideration must also be given to the safe and ecologically acceptable disposal of all chemicals
used for analyses. This can require extensive treatment prior to release of the waste into the
environment. Again, it is assumed in this document that the personnel responsible for the safe
disposal of such reagents are suitably qualified and trained in these techniques and are aware of
the regulations which may be in force.
1 Scope
This International Standard presents a range of sampling and chemical analytical methods suitable for
the analysis of individual chemical species in fire atmospheres. The procedures relate to the analysis of
samples extracted from an apparatus or effluent flow from a fire test rig or physical fire test model and
are not concerned with the specific nature of the fire test.
This International Standard doesn’t cover aerosols (detailed in Reference [3]) and FTIR technique
(detailed in Reference [4]). The gases of environmental interest, such as PAH, dioxins, furans, endocrinal
disturbers, will be developed in a future document by ISO TC92/SC3.
2 Normative references
The following documents, in whole or in part, are normatively referenced in this document and are
indispensable for its application. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated
references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
ISO 13943, Fire safety — Vocabulary
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the terms and definitions given in ISO 13943 apply.
4 Methods of sampling
4.1 General considerations
Sampling is perhaps the most critical part of the procedures for analysis of gases in fire effluents.
Whereas sampling and analysis are commonly in use for many gaseous species in other fields, sampling
from fire atmospheres presents unusual and difficult problems.
The sample presented to the analyser shall be as representative as possible of the test atmosphere,
without having been changed by the sampling system. The sampling procedure should influence the test
atmosphere as little as possible (e.g. by depletion of the test volume). The sampling procedure should be
as uncomplicated as possible, while incorporating all necessary features detailed in this International
Standard. The sampling procedure shall be capable of operating with minimal blockage in the sampling
lines, melting or other disruption of probes, and without allowing condensation of the species for analysis.
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IMPORTANT — It is important to appreciate that the overall accuracy of the analysis of fire
effluent species is significantly dependent on the sampling procedures adopted, in particular
the quantification of losses in probes, sampling lines, and filtering systems.
4.2 Concentration and volume fraction
The concentration of fire effluent or of a toxic gas is its mass divided by the volume in which it is
−3
contained. For a fire effluent the typical units are g.m .However, for a toxic gas, concentration is usually
−1
expressed as a volume fraction at T = 298 K and P = 1 atm, and is expressed in terms of µL.L (equivalent
3 3 −6
to cm /m = 10 ).
NOTE 1 The concentration of a gas at a temperature, T, and a pressure, P can be calculated from its volume
fraction (assuming ideal gas behaviour) by multiplying the volume fraction by the density of the gas at that
temperature and pressure.
NOTE 2 Volume fractions of toxic gases used to be expressed in terms of “ppm by volume” but “ppm” is a
−1
deprecated term and therefore “µL.L ” is now used.
4.3 Special considerations
There are many factors that have a direct influence on the specific type of sampling methodology selected
to ensure that a suitable sample is presented to the analyser. For example, consideration shall include
the range of concentrations anticipated, the limits of detection, reactivity of the species of interest,
presence of interferences, and peak and average concentration values. Sampling of the extremely
complex atmosphere produced during combustion requires a very thorough evaluation and assessment
of all potential factors that might affect optimum conditions for sample collection and analysis.
The large number of different products frequently encountered in fire effluents often requires the use
of a variety of sampling procedures and approaches to ensure accurate identification and quantification
of combustion products. The selected sampling procedure also depends on the instrumentation and
analytical procedures available for the specific species being measured.
Sampling may involve either continuous, online analysis (e.g. non-dispersive infrared) or non-continuous
batch sampling (e.g. evacuated flask or bubbler samples). Batch-type sampling can be further subdivided
into two categories:
a) “Instantaneous”, or “grab”;
b) Average, or integrated.
Although there is no sharp distinction between categories a) and b), it is generally understood that grab
samples relate to samples taken over a short time period (i.e. usually less than 1 min), whereas integrated
samples are usually taken over a longer time period (i.e. a substantial portion of the total test period).
In some cases, continuous or semi-continuous online or frequent instantaneous sampling can be well
suited for following the rapidly changing combustion environment and will provide a representative
concentration profile. Frequently however, the minimum detectable limit of the species of interest
requires larger sample volumes than can be taken with these techniques. If this analytical limitation
exists, it is necessary to carry out the sampling over a longer period. While using longer sampling
periods permits the analysis of lower concentrations, this approach has some limitations. For example,
these types of samples permit a determination only of the integrated average concentration obtained
over the sampling period and do not discern any abrupt change in the evolution of the species of interest.
However, abrupt concentration changes can also be missed with instantaneously obtained samples, if
samples are not taken frequently enough.
When batch-sampling procedures are used, it is essential to specify sampling frequency, the starting
time of each sample and the total sampling time. This information is essential in order to ensure proper
evaluation of the data in conjunction with other fire properties that are being monitored (e.g. heat
release, temperatures, mass loss, smoke evolution, flame spread).
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Test fires can be classified as “small” (laboratory or “bench” size), “intermediate” or “large” (usually
full-scale). The sampled gases can be hot or near room temperature. It is generally necessary to extract
the gases from the test atmosphere through suitable tubing using a suction pump. Stainless steel tubing,
as short as possible, is often used. In the case of the production of hot gases, the sampling line shall be
heated to at least 100 °C. Several analytical methods require a dry, particulate-free sample. Glass wool
may be used (in most cases) as a particulate filter, with another trap of a drying agent (e.g. calcium
sulfate or calcium chloride) for removing moisture. The traps should be located just before the analyser
and after any heated sections of sampling tubes. Simple cold traps are often insufficient to remove the
quantity of moisture present in fire effluents; however, they can be useful in conjunction with other
filters and traps. The individual sampling and analytical system being used dictates flow requirements
and the necessity for moisture removal. Precautions should be taken to minimize the volume of the
filtering systems to reduce sampling time.
With the exception of hydrogen fluoride (HF), acid gases shall be sampled using glass, epoxy-lined or
PTFE tubes to minimize losses due to reactivity and condensation on the tube surfaces. For hydrogen
fluoride, tubes lined with PTFE shall be used (glass and glass-lined tubes are unsuitable). For species
that are relatively reactive and prone to losses, sampling lines shall be as short as possible, and shall
be heated to a sufficient temperature to avoid condensation. Hydrogen chloride (HCl) and hydrogen
bromide (HBr) can be adsorbed onto soot particles as well as gas sampling lines (including PTFE lines).
For organic materials (e.g. acrolein), unlined stainless steel tubing is suitable but the sampling lines shall
be heated to avoid condensation. Particulate traps, although usually necessary, can be avoided in some
cases and instrument requirements should be checked in this regard.
The location and size of sampling probes is influenced by the size of the test apparatus and the
requirements of the analytical system. The positioning of sampling probes in specific apparatus, however,
is beyond the scope of this International Standard. In general, the possibility of the stratification of gases
in chambers without good mixing shall be considered and sampling too near the wall of a test chamber
should be avoided.
Calibration of the entire sampling and analysis system, rather than just the analysis system, is
recommended in order to ensure that any losses in the sample route can be allowed for. All calibrations
should, therefore, take into account such factors as gas leakage (both into and out of the sampling lines)
and the adsorption of gases onto probes, sampling lines, filters and other components. Calibration gases
are often obtainable in cylinders; however, it is advisable that the concentration stated by the supplier
be verified by an independent analysis. This is especially true of reactive gases such as HCl and HF,
which can decay over relatively short time periods even in a closed cylinder. The calibration gas shall be
introduced at the sampling probe and allowed to travel the same course as a test gas, through filters and
traps if present, to the analyser or sampling medium.
4.4 Sampling using gas-solution absorbers
Absorption of gases in solution by the use of gas-washing bottles, bubblers, impingers, etc. all rely on the
same principle. The test atmosphere is drawn or pushed through the absorbing media at a measured rate
for a specified period of time. At the end of the sampling period, the solution is analysed for the species of
interest (e.g. the chloride ion for absorption of hydrogen chloride gas in water). Assuming 100 % efficiency
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(see discussion below), it is possible to calculate the concentration of the species in the gas phase, as
measured in the solution. A typical equation for calculating concentrations is presented in Formula (1):
ρ ××Vm(/m )
SG S
ρ = (1)
G
qt×
where
ρ is the gas concentration;
G
ρ is the solution concentration;
S
V is the volume, expressed in litres, of solution;
m /m is the ratio of atomic or molecular weights for the gaseous species, G, and solution species,
G S
S, if different, e.g. HCl/Cl);
q is the rate of gas flow, expressed in litres per minute, through the impinger;
t is the time, in minutes of gas flow.
The volume fraction of the gas, X , can be calculated by dividing the concentration by the density d,
G
of the gas at the ambient temperature and pressure. This density can be found, assuming ideal gas
behaviour, as follows:
M
G
d= (2)
H
H
X =ρ (3)
GG
M
G
where
M is the molar mass of the gaseous species, G;
G
H is the gaseous volume occupied by 1 mol of an ideal gas at the relevant ambient pressure (P)
and temperature (T).[ H = 8,314 J.K-1.mol-1 × 1 mol × T/P ]
- −3
EXAMPLE Suppose that the measured solution concentration of chloride ion (Cl ) was 0,006 g × dm in
3
0,025 dm of solution, the ambient thermodynamic temperature was 293,15 K, the ambient pressure was 1 bar
5 5 −3 3
(10 Pa = 10 J × m ), and the flow rate of gas was 0,25 dm /min for 2 min. Then the gas concentration of hydrogen
chloride is given by:
−3 3 3
ρG = [0,006 g.dm x 0,025 dm x (36,461 / 35,453)] / [0,25 dm /min x 2 min]
3
ρG = [0,00015 g x 1,028] / 0,50 dm
−3 −3
ρG = 0,0003084 g.dm = 308,4 mg.m
The volume fraction of hydrogen chloride is given by:
−3 −1 −1 −3 −1
X = 308,4 mg.m x (8,314 J.K .mol x 293,15 K / 105 J.m ) / 36,461 g.mol
G
−3 3 −1 −1
X = 308,4 mg.m x 0,02437 m .mol / 36,461 g.mol
G
X = 0,0002061 = 206,1 µL/L
G
The volume of the absorber solution and the total flow of gas directly affect the ratio of the gas and
solution concentrations. For a given gas concentration, the smaller the solution volume and/or the
larger the gas volume sampled, the higher the solution concentration. The choice of sampling conditions
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is dictated by the requirements of the analytical technique, including the volume and sampling rate
tolerated, expected concentration of gas in the test atmosphere, necessity for frequent sampling, etc.
The efficiency of absorption of a gas in liquid is affected by the following:
a) Solubility of the gas in the solution;
b) Physical characteristics of the absorber;
c) Ratio of gas flow rate to solution volume.
Generally, absorption efficiency is estimated empirically by allowing the flow of a known concentration
of the gas of interest through a series of impingers and measuring the “break-through” from the first
impinger (i.e. whatever is collected in the other traps). Another check on the efficiency of a given
flow/impinger system is to conduct a series of experiments with a known concentration of gas, using
different impingers and various flow rates. In practice, however, the choice of apparatus is limited, and
gas flow rates and trapping solution volumes are based on Formula (1), taking into account the known
characteristics of the analysis methods.
There are basically four types of gas-solution absorbers: simple
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Méthodes d’échantillonnage et
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Methods for sampling and analysis of fire effluents
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Sommaire Page
Avant-propos .iv
Introduction .v
1 Domaine d’application . 1
2 Références normatives . 1
3 Termes et définitions . 1
4 Méthodes d’échantillonnage . 1
4.1 Considérations générales . 1
4.2 Concentration et fraction volumique . 2
4.3 Considérations spéciales . 2
4.4 Échantillonnage en utilisant des solutions d’absorption de gaz . 4
4.5 Échantillonnage utilisant des tubes de sorption solides . 6
4.6 Prélèvement pour l’analyse spectrométrique ou spectrophotométrique . 7
4.7 Échantillonnage à l’aide de sacs à gaz . 7
5 Méthodes analytiques pour les gaz de combustion . 8
5.1 Monoxyde de carbone par spectroscopie infrarouge non dispersive (IRND) . 8
5.2 Dioxyde de carbone par spectroscopie infrarouge non dispersive (IRND) .10
5.3 Oxygène par paramagnétisme .12
5.4 Cyanure d’hydrogène .13
5.5 Chlorure d’hydrogène et bromure d’hydrogène .20
5.6 Fluorure d’hydrogène .27
5.7 Oxydes d’azote .32
5.8 Acroléine .38
5.9 Formaldéhyde .45
5.10 Acétaldéhyde .51
5.11 Aldéhydes totaux par colorimétrie .51
5.12 Dioxyde de soufre par chromatographie ionique à haute performance (CLI-HP) .53
5.13 Disulfure de carbone par CPG/SM en phase gazeuse .55
5.14 Sulfure d’hydrogène.57
5.15 Ammoniac .60
5.16 Composés antimoniques par spectrophotométrie d’absorption atomique (AAS) ou
spectrométrie d’émission plasma par couplage inductif (ICP) .64
5.17 Composés de l’arsenic par spectrophotométrie d’absorption atomique (AAS) ou
spectrométrie d’émission plasma par couplage inductif (ICP) .66
5.18 Phosphore par spectrométrie d’émission plasma par couplage inductif (ICP) .67
5.19 Phosphates .69
5.20 Phénol .73
5.21 Benzène .77
5.22 Toluène (Méthylbenzène) .80
5.23 Styrène (Phénylethène) .84
5.24 Acrylonitrile et autres nitriles par CPG/SM en phase gazeuse .88
5.25 Acide formique .90
5.26 Hydrocarbures totaux par FID .94
5.27 Isocyanates .94
5.28 Espèces organiques oxygénées .94
Annexe A (informative) Espèces et techniques de mesure actuellement considérées comme
inadaptées aux effluents du feu .95
Annexe B (informative) Tubes colorimétriques pour la détection de produits chimiques.97
Annexe C (informative) Méthodes quantitatives instrumentales .98
Annexe D (informative) Fluorure d’hydrogène par électrode sélective d’ions continue en ligne .112
Bibliographie .115
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Avant-propos
L’ISO (Organisation internationale de normalisation) est une fédération mondiale d’organismes
nationaux de normalisation (comités membres de l’ISO). L’élaboration des Normes internationales est
en général confiée aux comités techniques de l’ISO. Chaque comité membre intéressé par une étude
a le droit de faire partie du comité technique créé à cet effet. Les organisations internationales,
gouvernementales et non gouvernementales, en liaison avec l’ISO participent également aux travaux.
L’ISO collabore étroitement avec la Commission électrotechnique internationale (CEI) en ce qui concerne
la normalisation électrotechnique.
Les Normes internationales sont rédigées conformément aux règles données dans les Directives
ISO/CEI, Partie 2.
La tâche principale des comités techniques est d’élaborer les Normes internationales. Les projets de
Normes internationales adoptés par les comités techniques sont soumis aux comités membres pour vote.
Leur publication comme Normes internationales requiert l’approbation de 75 % au moins des comités
membres votants.
L’attention est appelée sur le fait que certains des éléments du présent document peuvent faire l’objet de
droits de propriété intellectuelle ou de droits analogues. L’ISO ne saurait être tenue pour responsable de
ne pas avoir identifié de tels droits de propriété et averti de leur existence.
L’ISO 19701 a été élaborée par le comité technique ISO/TC 92, Sécurité au feu, sous-comité SC 3, Dangers
pour les personnes et l’environnement dus au feu.
Cette deuxième édition annule et remplace la première édition (ISO 19701:2005).
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Introduction
L’analyse des gaz de combustion utilisée dans l’évaluation des risques toxiques et de menace sur la vie,
ainsi que pour d’autres utilisations (par exemple l’impact sur l’environnement) est un grand défi pour
l’analyste. Les atmosphères de combustion sont par nature des environnements hostiles. Des températures
dépassant 1 000 °C sont courantes, la phase gazeuse peut contenir de nombreuses espèces corrosives,
toxiques, irritantes ou combustibles, ainsi que des quantités relativement élevées d’eau condensable.
Ces propriétés sont largement incompatibles avec la plupart des méthodes analytiques instrumentales,
où un échantillon propre est requis. Cela pose de nombreux problèmes pour la qualification et la
quantification des espèces et particules chimiques en atmosphères de combustion. Pour qu’un échantillon
présenté à l’instrument de mesure soit toléré, il peut être nécessaire de filtrer les particules et d’éliminer
d’autres espèces. Les pertes dans le système d’échantillonnage doivent donc être quantifiables et prises
en compte dans l’analyse finale.
Des techniques pour mesurer les espèces chimiques in situ existent également; cela fera l’objet d’un
futur document.
Les méthodes décrites dans l’Article 5 ont été employées avec succès par un certain nombre de
laboratoires. Des études de répétabilité et de reproductibilité de plusieurs méthodes couvertes dans la
[1] [2]
présente Norme internationale ont été décrites dans la norme NF X 70-100-1 et la norme AFAP-3.
Pour les méthodes qui impliquent l’utilisation d’un instrument commercial, l’incertitude sur les valeurs
mesurées peut être estimée à partir des données du fabricant et de toute autre information, par exemple
la répartition des pertes dans le procédé d’échantillonnage. Pour d’autres méthodes, l’incertitude sur
les valeurs mesurées peut se produire à cause de diverses raisons, telles que la sensibilité à la force des
réactifs ou la visibilité d’un point final en colorimétrie. Dans ces cas-là, il est supposé que des pratiques
d’excellence sont appliquées par le personnel qualifié.
Les gaz qui présentent un danger pour l’environnement, tels que les hydrocarbures aromatiques
polycycliques (HAP), les dioxines, les furanes et les perturbateurs du système endocrinien, seront traités
dans un futur document.
La présente Norme internationale est structurée de la façon suivante:
— l’Article 1 décrit le domaine d’application de la présente Norme internationale;
— l’Article 4 décrit les méthodes d’échantillonnage;
— l’Article 5 décrit les méthodes d’analyses des gaz dans l’atmosphère de combustion;
— l’Annexe A fournit des informations sur des techniques qui se sont révélées inadaptées aux
effluents du feu;
— l’Annexe B décrit brièvement l’utilisation de tubes colorimétriques à aspiration de composés chimiques;
— l’Annexe C est un sommaire des principales méthodes instrumentales disponibles pour l’analyse
de gaz d’incendie, étendant ainsi les informations fournies dans les différents articles, pour chaque
espèce chimique;
— l’Annexe D présente une méthode de mesure continue de la concentration en fluorure d’hydrogène
(HF) par électrode ionique sélective.
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PRÉCAUTIONS DE SÉCURITÉ — L’attention doit être attirée sur le fait que les gaz de combustion
à analyser d’une part, et les nombreux réactifs utilisés pour leurs analyses d’autre part, peuvent
être toxiques et présenter des risques sanitaires sérieux. Il est donc admis que les modes
opératoires décrits dans ce document seront effectués par un personnel professionnel qualifié,
ayant en conséquence une formation adéquate en risques d’hygiène et de sécurité, associés à
de telles analyses, ainsi qu’en règles d’hygiène et de sécurité qui sont en vigueur. L’attention
doit également être portée à l’élimination sans danger et écologiquement acceptable de tous
les produits chimiques utilisés pour les analyses. Cela peut exiger un traitement poussé avant
l’élimination des déchets dans l’environnement. On admet de nouveau dans ce document que le
personnel responsable de l’élimination de tels réactifs en toute sécurité est adéquatement formé
dans ces techniques et est au courant des règlements d’hygiène et de sécurité en vigueur.
1 Domaine d’application
La présente Norme internationale présente un éventail de techniques d’échantillonnage et de méthodes
chimiques analytiques appropriées à l’analyse des différentes espèces chimiques en atmosphères de
combustion. Les modes opératoires concernent l’analyse d’échantillons extraits d’un appareil ou d’un
écoulement d’effluent à partir d’un appareil d’essai au feu ou d’un modèle physique d’essai au feu, mais il
ne rend pas compte de la nature spécifique de l’essai de combustion.
La présente Norme internationale ne couvre pas les aérosols (détaillés en Référence [3]) et la technique
de la spectroscopie infrarouge à transformée de Fourier (IRTF) (détaillée en Référence [4]).
2 Références normatives
Les documents ci-après, dans leur intégralité ou non, sont des références normatives indispensables
à l’application du présent document. Pour les références datées, seule l’édition citée s’applique. Pour
les références non datées, la dernière édition du document de référence (y compris les éventuels
amendements) s’applique.
ISO 13943, Sécurité au feu — Vocabulaire
3 Termes et définitions
Pour les besoins du présent document, les termes et définitions donnés dans l’ISO 13943 s’appliquent.
4 Méthodes d’échantillonnage
4.1 Considérations générales
L’échantillonnage est peut-être la partie la plus critique des modes opératoires, pour l’analyse des gaz dans
les effluents du feu. Alors que, dans d’autres domaines, l’échantillonnage et l’analyse sont couramment
utilisés pour de nombreuses espèces, l’échantillonnage dans les atmosphères de combustion présente
des problèmes peu communs et difficiles.
L’échantillon présenté à l’analyseur doit être aussi représentatif que possible de l’atmosphère d’essai,
sans modification provoquée par le système d’échantillonnage. Il convient que le mode opératoire
d’échantillonnage influence le moins possible l’atmosphère d’essai (par exemple par appauvrissement
du volume d’essai). Il convient que le mode opératoire d’échantillonnage soit aussi peu compliqué
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que possible, tout en incorporant tous les dispositifs nécessaires détaillés dans la présente Norme
internationale. Le mode opératoire d’échantillonnage doit être capable de fonctionner avec un blocage
minimal des lignes d’échantillonnage, avec fusion ou autre perturbation des sondes minimale, et sans
permettre la condensation des espèces à analyser.
IMPORTANT — Il est important de comprendre que l’exactitude globale de l’analyse des espèces
issues des effluents du feu dépend en grande partie des modes opératoires d’échantillonnage
adoptés, en particulier la quantification des pertes dans les sondes, les lignes d’échantillonnage
et les systèmes de filtrage.
4.2 Concentration et fraction volumique
La concentration des effluents du feu ou d’un gaz toxique est le quotient de sa masse par le volume qui
−3
la contient. Pour les effluents du feu, elle est exprimée en grammes par mètre cube (g.m ). Cependant,
pour un gaz toxique, la concentration s’exprime généralement en fraction volumique à T = 298 K et P = 1
−1 3 3 −6
atm, et est exprimée en microlitres par litre (µL.L ) (équivalent à cm /m = 10 ).
NOTE 1 La concentration d’un gaz à la température T et à la pression P peut être calculée à partir de sa fraction
volumique (si le gaz peut être assimilé à un gaz parfait) en multipliant la fraction volumique par la masse volumique
du gaz dans les mêmes conditions de température et de pression.
NOTE 2 Les fractions volumiques des gaz toxiques utilisés doivent s’exprimer en « ppm par volume » mais
−1
« ppm » est un terme déconseillé et par conséquent « µL.L » est actuellement utilisé.
4.3 Considérations spéciales
Il existe de nombreux facteurs influençant directement le type spécifique de modes opératoires
d’échantillonnage choisi, afin de s’assurer qu’un échantillon adapté est fourni à l’analyseur. Par exemple,
les critères de sélection doivent inclure la plage des concentrations prévues, les limites de détection,
la réactivité des espèces présentant un intérêt, la présence d’interférences et les valeurs maximales et
moyennes de concentration. L’échantillonnage de l’atmosphère, extrêmement complexe et produite lors
de la combustion, exige une évaluation très complète de tous les facteurs potentiels qui affecteraient les
conditions optimales de collecte et d’analyse de l’échantillon.
Le grand nombre des différents produits fréquemment rencontrés dans les effluents du feu exige
souvent l’utilisation de plusieurs approches et de plusieurs méthodes d’échantillonnage, afin d’assurer
une identification et une quantification précises des produits de combustion. Le mode opératoire
d’échantillonnage choisi dépendra également des instruments et des méthodes analytiques disponibles
pour les espèces spécifiques à mesurer.
L’échantillonnage peut comporter l’analyse continue en ligne (par exemple infrarouge non dispersif) ou
non continue avec prélèvement en lots d’échantillons (par exemple échantillon dans un ballon sous vide
ou flacon laveur). L’échantillonnage en lots peut être encore subdivisé en deux catégories:
a) échantillonnage « instantané »;
b) échantillonnage « moyen » (ou intégré).
Bien qu’il n’y ait aucune distinction nette entre les catégories a) et b), on admet généralement que les
échantillonnages instantanés concernent les échantillons prélevés sur des périodes de temps courtes
(c’est-à-dire < 1 min en général), tandis que les échantillonnages intégrés sont en général prélevés sur
une période de temps plus longue (soit une partie significative de la période d’essai totale).
Dans certains cas, l’échantillonnage en ligne continu ou semi-continu ou l’échantillonnage instantané
peuvent être très bien adaptés pour suivre les changements rapides de l’environnement de combustion
et ils fourniront un suivi représentatif des concentrations. Cependant, il arrive souvent que les limites
minimales de détection des espèces chimiques présentant un intérêt exigent de plus grands volumes
d’échantillons que ceux obtenus en utilisant ces techniques. Si cette limitation analytique existe,
l’échantillonnage doit être fait sur une période de temps plus longue. Bien que l’utilisation de plus longues
périodes d’échantillonnage permette l’analyse à des concentrations inférieures, cette approche comporte
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certaines limitations. Par exemple, ces types d’échantillonnage permettent uniquement la détermination
de la concentration moyenne intégrée, obtenue au cours de la période d’échantillonnage, mais ils ne
rendent pas compte des changements brusques de concentration des espèces présentant un intérêt.
Cependant, des changements brusques de concentration peuvent également être indétectables avec les
échantillons obtenus par prélèvement instantané, s’ils ne sont pas prélevés suffisamment fréquemment.
Quand les modes opératoires d’échantillonnage en lots sont employés, il est important de spécifier
la fréquence d’échantillonnage, l’heure d’échantillonnage de chaque échantillon et le temps total du
prélèvement. Ces informations sont essentielles afin d’assurer une bonne évaluation des données en
conjonction avec les autres propriétés du feu, qui peuvent être surveillées (par exemple le dégagement
de chaleur, les températures, la perte de masse, l’évolution de la fumée, la propagation des flammes).
Les essais au feu peuvent être classés comme « petit » (taille à l’échelle du laboratoire ou de la paillasse),
« intermédiaire » ou « grand » (en général, grandeur nature). Les gaz prélevés peuvent être soit chauds, soit
proches de la température ambiante. Les gaz doivent généralement être extraits à partir de l’atmosphère
d’essai au travers de tuyaux dédiés à cet effet, à l’aide d’une pompe à aspiration. Les tuyaux en acier
inoxydable, aussi courts que possible, sont souvent utilisés. Dans le cas de production de gaz chauds,
la ligne d’échantillonnage doit être chauffée à une température d’au moins 100 °C. Plusieurs méthodes
analytiques exigent un échantillon séché et débarrassé de toutes les particules. La laine de verre peut
être utilisée (dans la plupart des cas) comme filtre de particules, avec un autre piège constitué d’un agent
déshydratant (par exemple le sulfate de calcium ou le chlorure de calcium), afin d’éliminer l’humidité. Il
convient que les pièges soient situés juste avant l’analyseur et après toutes les sections de chauffage des
tubes d’échantillonnage. Les pièges à refroidissement simples sont souvent insuffisants pour éliminer
les quantités d’humidité présentes dans les effluents du feu; cependant, ils peuvent être utiles s’ils sont
placés en conjonction avec d’autres filtres et d’autres pièges. La technique d’échantillonnage ainsi que
le système analytique employés dicteront les exigences de débit et le besoin d’éliminer l’humidité. Il
convient que des précautions soient prises pour minimiser le volume des systèmes de filtrage, afin de
réduire le temps d’échantillonnage.
À l’exception du fluorure d’hydrogène (HF), les gaz acides doivent être prélevés en utilisant des tubes en
verre, des tubes revêtus d’époxy ou des tubes en PTFE, afin de minimiser les pertes dues à la réactivité
et à la condensation sur la surface des tubes. Pour le fluorure d’hydrogène, des tubes revêtus de PTFE
doivent être utilisés (les tubes en verre et revêtus de verre ne conviennent pas). Pour ces espèces qui
sont relativement réactives et qui sont sujettes aux pertes, les lignes d’échantillonnage doivent être
aussi courtes que possible et doivent être chauffées à une température suffisante pour éviter toute
condensation. Le chlorure d’hydrogène (HCl) et le bromure d’hydrogène (HBr) peuvent être adsorbés sur
des particules de suie aussi bien que sur les lignes d’échantillonnage de gaz (incluant les tubes en PTFE).
Pour les matériaux organiques (par exemple l’acroléine), les tuyaux en acier inoxydable sans revêtement
conviennent, mais les lignes d’échantillonnage doivent être chauffées afin d’éviter toute condensation.
Les pièges à particules, bien qu’habituellement nécessaires, peuvent être évités dans certains cas et il
convient de vérifier les exigences de l’instrument à cet égard.
La localisation et la taille des sondes d’échantillonnage sont régies par la taille de l’appareillage d’essai
et les exigences du système analytique. Cependant, le positionnement des sondes d’échantillonnage pour
les appareils spécifiques est au-delà du domaine d’application de la présente Norme internationale. En
général, la possibilité de stratification des gaz dans les chambres, sans mélange effectif, doit être prise
en compte et il convient d’éviter l’échantillonnage au voisinage des parois de la chambre d’essai.
L’étalonnage du système complet d’échantillonnage et d’analyse, plutôt que juste celui du système
d’analyse, est recommandé, afin de s’assurer que toutes les pertes sur le parcours de l’échantillon sont
prises en compte. Il convient que tous les étalonnages tiennent donc compte des facteurs tels que la
fuite du gaz (dans et hors des lignes d’échantillonnage) et l’adsorption des gaz sur les sondes, les lignes
d’échantillonnage, les filtres et les autres composants. Les gaz d’étalonnage sont souvent obtenus en
bouteilles. Cependant, il est recommandé de vérifier la concentration indiquée par le fournisseur par une
analyse indépendante. Cela est particulièrement vrai pour les gaz réactifs tels que HCl et HF, qui peuvent
se décomposer sur des périodes de temps relativement courtes, même dans une bouteille fermée. Le gaz
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que le gaz d’essai, à travers les filtres et les pièges, s’ils sont présents, jusqu’au système d’analyse ou au
milieu d’échantillonnage.
4.4 Échantillonnage en utilisant des solutions d’absorption de gaz
Les absorptions de gaz en solution par l’utilisation de bouteilles de lavage de gaz, de tubes de barbotage,
de flacons laveurs, etc., se basent toutes sur le même principe. L’atmosphère d’essai est aspirée ou poussée
à travers le milieu absorbant à une vitesse mesurée pendant une période de temps spécifiée. À la fin de la
période d’échantillonnage, la solution est analysée pour les espèces présentant un intérêt (par exemple
l’ion chlorure pour l’absorption d’acide chlorhydrique gazeux dans l’eau). En admettant une efficacité
de 100 % (voir la discussion ci-après), il est possible de calculer la concentration des espèces en phase
gazeuse, comme étant celle mesurée en solution. Une équation typique de calcul des concentrations est
donnée par l’Équation (1):
ÁV×× mm/
()
SG S
Á = (1)
G
q×t

ρ est la concentration en gaz;
G
ρ est la concentration de la solution;
S
V est le volume de la solution, exprimé en litres;
m /m est le rapport de la masse atomique ou de la masse moléculaire pour les espèces en phase
G S
gazeuse, G, et les espèces en phase liquide, S, si différentes, par exemple HCl/Cl);
q est le débit du courant de gaz traversant le flacon laveur, exprimé en litres par minute;
t est la durée du débit de gaz, exprimé en minutes.
La fraction volumique du gaz, X , peut être calculée en divisant la concentration par la masse volumique,
G
d, du gaz dans les conditions ambiantes de température et de pression. Si le gaz peut être assimilé à un
gaz parfait, la masse volumique peut être calculée, comme suit:
M
G
d = (2)
H
H
XÁ= (3)
GG
M
G

M est la masse molaire des espèces en phase gazeuse, g;
G
H est le volume de gaz occupé par 1 mole de gaz parfait dans les conditions ambiantes de tempé-
rature (T) et de pression (P) appropriées. [H = 8,314 J.K-1.mol-1 × 1 mol × T/P].
- −3
EXEMPLE Si la concentration en ion chlorure (Cl ) de la solution mesurée était de 0,006 g × dm da
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