SIST EN 15022-4:2012
(Main)Copper and copper alloys - Determination of tin content - Part 4: Medium tin content - Flame atomic absorption spectrometric method (FAAS)
Copper and copper alloys - Determination of tin content - Part 4: Medium tin content - Flame atomic absorption spectrometric method (FAAS)
This European Standard specifies a flame atomic absorption spectrometric method (FAAS) for the determination of the tin content of copper and copper alloys in the form of unwrought, wrought and cast products.
The method is applicable to products having medium tin mass fractions between 0,2 % and 3,0 %.
Kupfer und Kupferlegierungen - Bestimmung des Zinngehaltes - Teil 4: Mittlerer Zinngehalt - Flammenatomabsorptionsspektrometrisches Verfahren (FAAS)
Diese Europäische Norm legt ein flammenatomabsorptionsspektrometrisches Verfahren (FAAS) für die Bestimmung des Zinngehaltes in Kupfer und Kupferlegierungen fest, die als Gussstücke oder als plastisch oder nicht plastisch geformte Produkte vorliegen. Das Verfahren ist geeignet für Produkte mit Zinn-Massenanteilen zwischen 0,2 % und 3,0 %.
Cuivre et alliages de cuivre - Dosage de l'étain - Partie 4: Etain en moyenne teneur - Méthode par spectrométrie d'absorption atomique dans la flamme (SAAF)
La présente Norme européenne spécifie une méthode par spectrométrie d'absorption atomique dans la flamme
(SAAF) pour la détermination de la teneur en étain dans le cuivre et les alliages de cuivre sous la forme de produits
non corroyés, corroyés et moulés.
La méthode est applicable aux produits ayant une teneur moyenne en étain comprise entre 0,2 % et 3,0 % (fraction
en masse).
Baker in bakrove zlitine - Določevanje kositra - 4. del: Srednja količina kositra - Metoda s plamensko atomsko absorpcijsko spektrometrijo (FAAS)
Ta evropski standard določa metodo z uporabo spektrometrije s plamensko atomsko absorpcijo (FAAS) za določevanje kositra v bakru in bakrovih zlitinah v obliki negnetenih, gnetenih in ulitih polizdelkov. Metoda velja za polizdelke s srednjim masnim deležem kositra med 0,2 % in 3,0 %.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 13-Nov-2011
- Technical Committee
- INEK - Nonferrous metals
- Current Stage
- 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 11-Nov-2011
- Due Date
- 16-Jan-2012
- Completion Date
- 14-Nov-2011
Relations
- Effective Date
- 01-Jan-2012
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
Overview
SIST EN 15022-4:2012 defines a standardized method for determining the tin content in copper and copper alloys using flame atomic absorption spectrometry (FAAS). Developed by the Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo (SIST) and harmonized with the European Standard EN 15022-4:2011, this document applies to unwrought, wrought, and cast copper products. The method is intended for analyzing medium tin concentrations, specifically in the range of 0.2% to 3.0% by mass.
Key Topics
- Scope: Detailed procedures for quantifying tin in various forms of copper and copper alloy products.
- Applicability: Suited for materials with medium tin levels, ensuring accuracy in products within the specified tin mass fraction limits.
- Method Principle:
- Dissolving samples in hydrochloric acid and hydrogen peroxide.
- Aspiration of the solution into a nitrous oxide/acetylene flame.
- Measuring tin's absorption at a wavelength of 286.3 nm with an atomic absorption spectrometer.
- Calibration and Quality Control: Establishing calibration curves with standard tin solutions and blank/reference tests to secure method reliability.
- Precision and Reporting: Directions for repeatability, reproducibility, and structured test reporting to ensure consistency and traceability of results.
Applications
The flame atomic absorption spectrometric method as described in SIST EN 15022-4:2012 is invaluable for:
- Quality Control: Ensuring copper and copper alloy products meet agreed-upon specifications within the metallurgy and manufacturing sectors.
- Compliance Testing: Providing a harmonized approach for demonstrating conformance with European and international market requirements.
- Research and Development: Supporting technical teams in alloy development and characterization where precise tin quantification impacts performance traits.
- Routine Laboratory Analysis: Laboratories specializing in metals analysis benefit from the robustness, repeatability, and reproducibility outlined in the standard.
Specific industries that utilize this standard include electrical engineering, plumbing, architectural components, and general metal manufacturing, where the tin content in copper alloys impacts mechanical properties and corrosion resistance.
Related Standards
SIST EN 15022-4:2012 is part of a series of standards on the determination of tin content in copper and copper alloys. Related documents include:
- EN 15022-3: Method for low tin content using FAAS
- CEN/TS 15022-2: Spectrophotometric method for tin determination
- prEN 15022-1: Titrimetric method (in development)
- ISO 1811-1 and ISO 1811-2: Guidelines for sampling copper and copper alloy products for chemical analysis
- ISO 5725 Series: General principles regarding accuracy, repeatability, and reproducibility of measurement methods
Practical Value
Adhering to SIST EN 15022-4:2012 ensures:
- Reliable, replicable results for commercial laboratories and production environments.
- Reduced risk of non-conformity in copper-based products, supporting international supply chains.
- Alignment with best practices for metals analysis and reporting as recognized across Europe.
By following this standard, organizations can enhance their analytical processes, meet regulatory and market expectations, and support continued innovation in copper alloy applications.
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Frequently Asked Questions
SIST EN 15022-4:2012 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Copper and copper alloys - Determination of tin content - Part 4: Medium tin content - Flame atomic absorption spectrometric method (FAAS)". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies a flame atomic absorption spectrometric method (FAAS) for the determination of the tin content of copper and copper alloys in the form of unwrought, wrought and cast products. The method is applicable to products having medium tin mass fractions between 0,2 % and 3,0 %.
This European Standard specifies a flame atomic absorption spectrometric method (FAAS) for the determination of the tin content of copper and copper alloys in the form of unwrought, wrought and cast products. The method is applicable to products having medium tin mass fractions between 0,2 % and 3,0 %.
SIST EN 15022-4:2012 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 77.120.30 - Copper and copper alloys. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
SIST EN 15022-4:2012 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST-TS CEN/TS 15022-4:2007, SIST EN 12492:2000, SIST EN 960:1996, SIST EN ISO 6721-2:2008. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Kupfer und Kupferlegierungen - Bestimmung des Zinngehaltes - Teil 4: Mittlerer Zinngehalt - Flammenatomabsorptionsspektrometrisches Verfahren (FAAS)Cuivre et alliages de cuivre - Dosage de l'étain - Partie 4: Etain en moyenne teneur - Méthode par spectrométrie d'absorption atomique dans la flamme (SAAF)Copper and copper alloys - Determination of tin content - Part 4: Medium tin content - Flame atomic absorption spectrometric method (FAAS)77.120.30Baker in bakrove zlitineCopper and copper alloysICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 15022-4:2011SIST EN 15022-4:2012en,de01-januar-2012SIST EN 15022-4:2012SLOVENSKI
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EN 15022-4
November 2011 ICS 77.120.30 Supersedes CEN/TS 15022-4:2006English Version
Copper and copper alloys - Determination of tin content - Part 4: Medium tin content - Flame atomic absorption spectrometric method (FAAS)
Cuivre et alliages de cuivre - Détermination de la teneur en étain - Partie 4: Étain en moyenne teneur - Méthode par spectrométrie d'absorption atomique dans la flamme (SAAF)
Kupfer und Kupferlegierungen - Bestimmung des Zinngehaltes - Teil 4: Mittlerer Zinngehalt - Flammenatomabsorptionsspektrometrisches Verfahren (FAAS) This European Standard was approved by CEN on 24 September 2011.
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