ASTM C1415-99
Historical Standard: ASTM C1415-99 Standard Test Method for 238 Pu Isotopic Abundance by Alpha Spectrometry
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ASTM C1415
1. Scope
1.1 This test method covers the use of alpha spectrometry for determining the 238 Pu isotopic abundance in plutonium samples. It is particularly useful for samples in which the 238 Pu content is less than 1% of the total plutonium content. For such samples, mass spectrometric results are less reliable than those from alpha spectrometry because of interference from any 238 U isobar remaining after ion exchange.
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.
2. Referenced Documents (purchase separately) The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.
ASTM Standards
C697 Test Methods for Chemical, Mass Spectrometric, and Spectrochemical Analysis of Nuclear-Grade Plutonium Dioxide Powders and Pellets
C1168 Practice for Preparation and Dissolution of Plutonium Materials for Analysis
D1193 Specification for Reagent Water
Keywords
alpha spectrometry; ion exchange; plutonium-238 abundance;
ICS Code
ICS Number Code 71.060.10 (Chemical elements)
DOI: 10.1520/C1415-99
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