1.1This test method covers procedures for the analysis of tin-based solder alloys for minor and trace elements using inductively-coupled plasma atomic emission spectrometry (ICP-AES) instrumentation.
1.2These test procedures were validated for the analytes and mass fractions listed below.
Element Validated Mass Fraction Range, mg/kg Lead 115 to 965 Cadmium 25 to 60 Mercury 5 to 530 Antimony 85 to 1330 Bismuth 80 to 210 Arsenic 95 to 360 Silver 4000 to 42100 Cobalt 0.5 to 60 Iron 15 to 115 Chromium 0.5 to 1.5 Copper 3000 to 30600 Indium 25 to 115 Nickel 5 to 150 Phosphorus 10 to 110 Selenium 1 to 30 Zinc 2 to 160 Aluminum 1 to 3
1.3The procedures appear in the following order:
Procedure Section Internal Standardization 8 Calibration Solution Preparations 9 Preparation of Sample and Validation Solutions 10 Calibration 11 Analysis Procedure 12
1.4The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. Any other values are for information only.
1.5This 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.
1.6This 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.
