1.1 This guide covers the identification or segregation, or both, of mixed metal lots under plant conditions using trained plant personnel.
1.2 The identification is not intended to have the accuracy and reliability of procedures performed in a laboratory using laboratory equipment under optimum conditions, and performed by trained chemists or technicians. The identification is not intended to establish whether a given piece or lot of metal meets specifications.
1.3 Segregation of certain metal combinations is not always possible with procedures provided in this guide and can be subject to errors.
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.
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.
ASTM E1916-11(2019) Referenced Document
ASTM E135 Standard Terminology Relating to Analytical Chemistry for Metals, Ores, and Related Materials
ASTM E50 Standard Practice for Apparatus, Reagents, and safety Precautions for Chemical Analysis of Metals
ASTM E977 Standard Practice for Thermoelectric Sorting of Electrically Conductive Materials
ASTM E1916-11(2019) history
2019ASTM E1916-11(2019) Standard Guide for Identification of Mixed Lots of Metals
2011ASTM E1916-11 Standard Guide for Identification of Mixed Lots of Metals
1997ASTM E1916-97(2004) Standard Guide for Identification and/or Segregation of Mixed Lots of Metals
1997ASTM E1916-97 Standard Guide for Identification and/or Segregation of Mixed Lots of Metals