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  • ASTM B 954 : 2015

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    Standard Test Method for Analysis of Magnesium and Magnesium Alloys by Atomic Emission Spectrometry

    Available format(s):  Hardcopy, PDF

    Superseded date:  01-05-2023

    Language(s):  English

    Published date:  03-11-2015

    Publisher:  American Society for Testing and Materials

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    1.1This test method describes the analysis of magnesium and its alloys by atomic emission spectrometry. The magnesium specimen to be analyzed may be in the form of a chill cast disk, casting, sheet, plate, extrusion or some other wrought form or shape. The elements covered in the scope of this method are listed in the table below.

    Element

    Mass Fraction Range (Wt %)

    Aluminum

    0.001 to 12.0

    Beryllium

    0.0001 to 0.01

    Boron

    0.0001 to 0.01

    Cadmium

    0.0001 to 0.05

    Calcium

    0.0005 to 0.05

    Cerium

    0.01 to 3.0

    Chromium

    0.0002 to 0.005

    Copper

    0.001 to 0.05

    Dysprosium

    0.01 to 1.0

    Erbium

    0.01 to 1.0

    Gadolinium

    0.01 to 3.0

    Iron

    0.001 to 0.06

    Lanthanum

    0.01 to 1.5

    Lead

    0.005 to 0.1

    Lithium

    0.001 to 0.05

    Manganese

    0.001 to 2.0

    Neodymium

    0.01 to 3.0

    Nickel

    0.0005 to 0.05

    Phosphorus

    0.0002 to 0.01

    Praseodymium

    0.01 to 0.5

    Samarium

    0.01 to 1.0

    Silicon

    0.002 to 5.0

    Silver

    0.001 to 0.2

    Sodium

    0.0005 to 0.01

    Strontium

    0.01 to 4.0

    Tin

    0.002 to 0.05

    Titanium

    0.001 to 0.02

    Yttrium

    0.02 to 7.0

    Ytterbium

    0.01 to 1.0

    Zinc

    0.001 to 10.0

    Zirconium

    0.001 to 1.0

    Note 1:The mass fraction ranges given in the above scope are estimates based on two manufacturers observations and data provided by a supplier of atomic emission spectrometers. The range shown for each element does not demonstrate the actual usable analytical range for that element. The usable analytical range may be extended higher or lower based on individual instrument capability, spectral characteristics of the specific element wavelength being used and the availability of appropriate reference materials.

    1.2This test method is suitable primarily for the analysis of chill cast disks as described in Sampling Practice B953. Other forms may be analyzed, provided that: (1) they are sufficiently massive to prevent undue heating, (2) they allow machining to provide a clean, flat surface which creates a seal between the specimen and the spark stand, and (3) reference materials of a similar metallurgical condition (spectrochemical response) and chemical composition are available.

    1.3This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. Specific safety and health statements are given in Section 10.

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    Committee B 07
    Document Type Test Method
    Publisher American Society for Testing and Materials
    Status Superseded
    Superseded By
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    Standards Referenced By This Book - (Show below) - (Hide below)

    ASTM B 107/B107M : 2013 : R2021 Standard Specification for Magnesium-Alloy Extruded Bars, Rods, Profiles, Tubes, and Wire
    ASTM B 199 : 2017 Standard Specification for Magnesium-Alloy Permanent Mold Castings
    ASTM F 3268 : 2018 : REV A Standard Guide for in vitro Degradation Testing of Absorbable Metals
    ASTM B 93/B93M : 2021 Standard Specification for Magnesium Alloys in Ingot Form for Sand Castings, Permanent Mold Castings, and Die Castings
    ASTM B 92/B92M : 2017 Standard Specification for Unalloyed Magnesium Ingot and Stick For Remelting
    ASTM B 403 : 2020 Standard Specification for Magnesium-Alloy Investment Castings
    ASTM B 843 : 2018 : EDT 1 Standard Specification for Magnesium Alloy Anodes for Cathodic Protection
    ASTM B 94 : 2018 Standard Specification for Magnesium-Alloy Die Castings
    ASTM F 3160 : 2021 Standard Guide for Metallurgical Characterization of Absorbable Metallic Materials for Medical Implants
    ASTM B 90/B90M : 2021 Standard Specification for Magnesium-Alloy Sheet and Plate
    ASTM B 91 : 2017 Standard Specification for Magnesium-Alloy Forgings

    Standards Referencing This Book - (Show below) - (Hide below)

    ASTM E 826 : 2014 Standard Practice for Testing Homogeneity of a Metal Lot or Batch in Solid Form by Spark Atomic Emission Spectrometry (Withdrawn 2023)
    ASTM E 1257 : 2016 Standard Guide for Evaluating Grinding Materials Used for Surface Preparation in Spectrochemical Analysis
    ASTM B 953 : 2013 Standard Practice for Sampling Magnesium and Magnesium Alloys for Spectrochemical Analysis
    ASTM E 135 : 2021 : REV A Standard Terminology Relating to Analytical Chemistry for Metals, Ores, and Related Materials
    ASTM E 1257 : 1993 : R1998 : EDT 1 Standard Guide for Evaluating Grinding Materials Used for Surface Preparation in Spectrochemical Analysis
    ASTM E 1329 : 2000 : R2005 Standard Practice for Verification and Use of Control Charts in Spectrochemical Analysis
    ASTM E 1507 : 1998 : R2003 Standard Guide for Describing and Specifying the Spectrometer of an Optical Emission Direct-Reading Instrument (Withdrawn 2003)
    ASTM E 135 : 2003 : REV B Standard Terminology Relating to Analytical Chemistry for Metals, Ores, and Related Materials
    ASTM E 1329 : 2010 Standard Practice for Verification and Use of Control Charts in Spectrochemical Analysis (Withdrawn 2019)
    ASTM E 1329 : 2000 Standard Practice for Verification and Use of Control Charts in Spectrochemical Analysis
    ASTM E 305 : 2013 Standard Practice for Establishing and Controlling Atomic Emission Spectrochemical Analytical Curves
    ASTM E 135 : 2002 : REV A Standard Terminology Relating to Analytical Chemistry for Metals, Ores, and Related Materials
    ASTM E 135 : 2022 : REV B Standard Terminology Relating to Analytical Chemistry for Metals, Ores, and Related Materials
    ASTM B 953 : 2021 Standard Practice for Sampling Magnesium and Magnesium Alloys for Spectrochemical Analysis
    ASTM E 1257 : 1993 : R2003 Standard Guide for Evaluating Grinding Materials Used for Surface Preparation in Spectrochemical Analysis
    ASTM E 135 : 2022 : REV A Standard Terminology Relating to Analytical Chemistry for Metals, Ores, and Related Materials
    ASTM E 135 : 2021 Standard Terminology Relating to Analytical Chemistry for Metals, Ores, and Related Materials
    ASTM E 135 : 2003 Standard Terminology Relating to Analytical Chemistry for Metals, Ores, and Related Materials
    ASTM E 135 : 2003 : REV C Standard Terminology Relating to Analytical Chemistry for Metals, Ores, and Related Materials
    ASTM E 305 : 2021 Standard Practice for Establishing and Controlling Spark Atomic Emission Spectrochemical Analytical Curves
    ASTM E 135 : 2022 Standard Terminology Relating to Analytical Chemistry for Metals, Ores, and Related Materials
    ASTM E 1257 : 1993 : R2008 Standard Guide for Evaluating Grinding Materials Used for Surface Preparation in Spectrochemical Analysis
    ASTM E 1507 : 1998 Standard Guide for Describing and Specifying the Spectrometer of an Optical Emission Direct-Reading Instrument
    ASTM E 135 : 2020 : REV B Standard Terminology Relating to Analytical Chemistry for Metals, Ores, and Related Materials
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