ASTM C809-19 PDF

1.1 These test methods cover procedures for the chemical, mass spectrometric, and spectrochemical analysis of nuclear-grade aluminum oxide and aluminum oxide-boron carbide composite pellets to determine compliance with specifications.

1.2 The analytical procedures appear in the following order:

Sections

Boron by Titrimetry and ICP OES

 8 to 17

Separation of Boron for Mass Spectrometry

18 to 23

Isotopic Composition by Mass Spectrometry

24 to 27

Separation of Halides by Pyrohydrolysis

28 to 31

Chloride and Fluoride by Ion-Selective Electrode

32 to 34

Chloride, Bromide, and Iodide by Amperometric Microtitrimetry

35 to 37

Trace Elements by Emission Spectroscopy

38 to 50

Keywords

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1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard.

1.4 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. (For specific precautionary statements, see Section 6.)

1.5 This 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.