Standard Guide for Determination of Various Elements by Direct Current Plasma Atomic Emission Spectrometry

Abstract

5.1 Analyses using DCP-AES require proper preparation of test solutions, accurate calibration, and control of analytical procedures. E01 test methods that refer to this guide shall provide specifics on test solutions, calibration, and procedures. 5.2 DCP-AES analysis is primarily concerned with testing materials for compliance with specifications, but may range from qualitative estimations to umpire analysis. These may involve measuring major and minor constituents or trace impurities, or both. This guide suggests some approaches to these different analytical needs. 5.3 This guide assists users in developing new methods. 5.4 It is assumed that the users of this guide will be trained analysts capable of performing common laboratory procedures skillfully and safely. It is expected that the work will be performed in a properly equipped laboratory. 5.5 This guide does not purport to define all of the quality assurance parameters necessary for DCP-AES analysis. Users should ensure that proper quality assurance procedures are followed, especially those defined by the test method. Refer to Guide E882.