ASTM E634 : 96(2001)

Standard Practice for Sampling of Zinc and Zinc Alloys for Optical Emission Spectrometric Analysis

Standard Details

1.1 This practice covers the sampling of zinc and zinc alloys to obtain a sample suitable for quantitative optical emission spectrochemical analysis. Included are procedures for obtaining representative samples from molten metal, from fabricated or cast products that can be melted, and from other forms that cannot be melted.

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.