ASTM E572 : 12

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

Standard Details

1.1 This test method² covers the analysis of stainless and alloy steels by wavelength dispersive X-ray Fluorescence Spectrometry for the determination of the following elements:

Element	Range, Mass Fraction%
Chromium	2.0 to 25.0
Cobalt	0.03 to 0.40
Copper	0.05 to 3.50
Manganese	0.3 to 5.0
Molybdenum	0.15 to 3.5
Nickel	0.20 to 35.0
Niobium	0.05 to 1.3
Phosphorus	0.01 to 0.03
Silicon	0.05 to 0.20
Sulfur	0.02 to 0.30
Titanium	0.002 to 0.04
Vanadium	0.03 to 0.25

Note 1—Unless exceptions are noted, mass fraction 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.