SIST EN 12441-2:2004/A1:2004

Zinc and zinc alloys - Chemical analysis - Part 2: Determination of magnesium in zinc alloys - Flame atomic absorption spectrometric method

This European Standard specifies a flame atomic absorption spectrometric method for the determination of magnesium in zinc alloys. It is applicable to the products specified in EN 1774 and EN 12844. It is suitable for the determination of magnesium contents (mass fractions) between 0,002 % and 0,08 %.

Zink und Zinklegierungen - Chemische Analyse - Teil 2: Bestimmung von Magnesium in Zinklegierungen - FAAS-Verfahren

Zinc et alliages de zinc - Analyse chimique - Partie 2: Dosage du magnésium dans les alliages de zinc - Méthode par spectrométrie d'absorption atomique dans la flamme

Cink in cinkove zlitine – Kemična analiza – 2. del: Določevanje magnezija v cinkovih zlitinah – Metoda plamenske atomske absorpcijske spektrometrije – Dopolnilo A1

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 31-Dec-2003
• ICS: 77.040.30 - Chemical analysis of metals
• ICS: 77.120.60 - Lead, zinc, tin and their alloys
• Technical Committee: INEK - Nonferrous metals
• Current Stage: 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 01-Jan-2004
• Due Date: 01-Jan-2004
• Completion Date: 01-Jan-2004
• Ref Project: EN 12441-2:2001/A1:2003 - Zinc and zinc alloys - Chemical analysis - Part 2: Determination of magnesium in zinc alloys - Flame atomic absorption spectrometric method

Relations

• Amends: SIST EN 12441-2:2004 - Zinc and zinc alloys - Chemical analysis - Part 2: Determination of magnesium in zinc alloys - Flame atomic absorption spectrometric method
• Effective Date: 22-Dec-2008

Overview

SIST EN 12441-2:2004/A1:2004 is a European Standard established by CEN, detailing a flame atomic absorption spectrometric (FAAS) method for the precise determination of magnesium content in zinc alloys. This standard specifically applies to zinc alloys covered under EN 1774 and EN 12844 and is designed for measuring magnesium concentrations ranging from 0.002% to 0.08% by mass fraction. The standard serves as a critical guideline for laboratories and industry professionals tasked with chemical analysis of zinc alloy materials.

Key Topics

• Scope and Applicability
  The standard defines the protocol for chemical analysis focusing on magnesium measurement within zinc and zinc alloys. It is applicable to a variety of zinc alloy products conforming to European standards EN 1774 and EN 12844.

• Analytical Method
  SIST EN 12441-2:2004/A1:2004 employs flame atomic absorption spectrometry (FAAS), a reliable and widely used technique for elemental quantification that provides sensitivity and precision necessary for determining low magnesium content.

• Sample Preparation
  Detailed instructions include:

  • Preparation of zinc and aluminium solutions free from magnesium.
  • Dissolution processes using acid mixtures to ensure accurate extraction of magnesium.
  • Calibration solution preparation, including additional calibration points for specific zinc alloy products such as ZL6 and ZP0610.

• Calibration and Measurement Ranges
  The method includes calibration with standard magnesium solutions and guidance for preparing solutions with magnesium concentrations at specific mass fractions (0.002% and 0.005%). This ensures accurate quantification across the relevant concentration range.

Applications

• Quality Control in Zinc Alloy Manufacturing
  Ensuring consistent magnesium content is vital for alloy properties such as corrosion resistance and mechanical strength. This standard supports manufacturers and quality control laboratories in validating alloy composition.

• Regulatory Compliance
  Conformance to SIST EN 12441-2:2004/A1:2004 ensures that magnesium analysis meets standardized European procedures, facilitating regulatory approval and market acceptance.

• Research and Development
  Laboratories involved in developing new zinc alloys can utilize this standard for precise elemental analysis to optimize alloy formulations and investigate material properties.

• Metallurgical Testing Services
  Testing laboratories offering chemical analysis services for zinc alloys can implement the FAAS method described in this standard to deliver accurate, reproducible results to clients.

Related Standards

• EN 1774
  Specifies zinc and zinc alloy castings requirements that relate directly to the products analyzed under EN 12441-2.

• EN 12844
  Covers zinc and zinc alloy continuous castings, complementing the chemical analysis procedures for product quality verification.

• Other Parts of EN 12441
  EN 12441 series encompasses chemical analysis methods for various elements in zinc and zinc alloys, supporting complete elemental profiling.

• CEN/TC 209 Standards
  Technical Committee 209 develops standards related to zinc and zinc alloys, offering additional analytical and testing methodologies to support industry needs.

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Using SIST EN 12441-2:2004/A1:2004 for magnesium determination in zinc alloys ensures precise, standardized chemical analysis critical for material quality, compliance, and innovation. The flame atomic absorption spectrometric method detailed in this standard is a trusted approach within metallurgy laboratories and industry, providing reliable data for product certification and development.

Standards Content (Sample)

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Zinc and zinc alloys - Chemical analysis - Part 2: Determination of magnesium in zinc
alloys - Flame atomic absorption spectrometric method
Zink und Zinklegierungen - Chemische Analyse - Teil 2: Bestimmung von Magnesium in
Zinklegierungen - FAAS-Verfahren
Zinc et alliages de zinc - Analyse chimique - Partie 2: Dosage du magnésium dans les
alliages de zinc - Méthode par spectrométrie d'absorption atomique dans la flamme
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 12441-2:2001/A1:2003
ICS:
77.040.30 Kemijska analiza kovin Chemical analysis of metals
77.120.60 Svinec, cink, kositer in Lead, zinc, tin and their
njihove zlitine alloys
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN 12441-2:2001/A1
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
May 2003
ICS 77.040.30; 77.120.60
English version
Zinc and zinc alloys - Chemical analysis - Part 2: Determination
of magnesium in zinc alloys - Flame atomic absorption
spectrometric method
Zinc et alliages de zinc - Analyse chimique - Partie 2: Zink und Zinklegierungen - Chemische Analyse - Teil 2:
Dosage du magnésium dans les alliages de zinc - Méthode Bestimmung von Magnesium in Zinklegierungen - FAAS-
par spectrométrie d'absorption atomique dans la flamme Verfahren
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