ASTM C 1128 : 2023
Current
The latest, up-to-date edition.
Standard Guide for Preparation of Working Reference Materials for Use in Analysis of Nuclear Fuel Cycle Materials
Hardcopy , PDF
English
13-02-2023
Committee |
C 26
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DocumentType |
Guide
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Pages |
29
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PublisherName |
American Society for Testing and Materials
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Status |
Current
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Supersedes |
1.1This guide covers the preparation and characterization of working reference materials (WRM) that are produced by a laboratory for its own use in the analysis of nuclear fuel cycle materials. Guidance is provided for proper planning, preparation, packaging, and storage; requirements for characterization; homogeneity and stability considerations; and value assignment. When traceability to SI is desired for a WRM, it will be achieved by a defined, statistically sound characterization process that is traceable to a certified value on a certified reference materials. While the guidance provided is generic for nuclear fuel cycle materials, detailed examples for some materials are provided in the appendixes.
1.2This guide does not apply to the production and characterization of certified reference materials (CRM). Refer to ISO 17034 and ISO Guide 35 for guidance on reference material production, characterization, certification, sale, and distribution requirements.
1.3The information provided by this guide is found in the following sections:
Section | |
Perform WRM Planning | 6 |
Prepare and Process Materials | 7 |
Packaging and Storage of Materials | 8 |
Perform Homogeneity Study | 9 |
Perform Stability Studies | 10 |
Characterize Materials | 11 |
Perform Uncertainty Analysis | 12 |
Produce Documentation | 13 |
Carry Out WRM Utilization and Monitoring | 14 |
1.4The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. The non-SI units of molar, M, and normal, N, are also regarded as standard. Any non-SI units of measurement shown in parentheses are for information only.
1.5This 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.6This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
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