ASTM E572-02a
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ASTM E572-02a

Standard Test Method for Analysis of Stainless and Alloy Steels by X-ray Fluorescence Spectrometry
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Summary

1.1 This test method covers the analysis of stainless and alloy steels by wavelength dispersive X-ray Fluorescence Spectrometry for the determination of the following elements:

ElementRange %
Chromium2.0 to 25.0
Cobalt0.03 to 0.40
Copper0.05 to 3.50
Manganese0.3 to 5.0
Molybdenum0.15 to 3.5
Nickel0.20 to 35.0
Niobium0.05 to 1.3
Phosphorus0.01 to 0.03
Silicon0.05 to 0.20
Sulfur0.02 to 0.30
Titanium0.002 to 0.04
Vanadium0.03 to 0.25

Note 1—Unless exceptions are noted, concentration ranges can be extended by the use of suitable reference materials.

1.2 This 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 precautionary statements are given in Section 10.

Technical characteristics

Publisher American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM International)
Publication Date 12/10/2002
Collection
Page Count 10
Themes Steels of high quality
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