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Abstract

Describes procedures suitable for testing whether wavelength dispersive X-ray fluorescence spectrometers are functioning in a manner that will produce precise analytical results. Applicable to both sequential and simultaneous spectrometers.
RECONFIRMATION NOTICE
Technical Committee MN-002 has reviewed the content of this publication and in accordance with Standards Australia procedures for reconfirmation, it has been determined that the publication is still valid and does not require change.
Certain documents referenced in the publication may have been amended since the original date of publication. Users are advised to ensure that they are using the latest versions of such documents as appropriate, unless advised otherwise in this Reconfirmation Notice.
Approved for reconfirmation in accordance with Standards Australia procedures for reconfirmation on 16 March 2016.
The following are represented on Technical Committee MN-002:
Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy
CME WA
CSIRO
Minerals Council of Australia
Royal Australian Chemical Institute

Scope

This Standard sets out methods of test that can be applied to wavelength dispersive X-ray fluorescence spectrometers to ensure that the spectrometers are functioning in a manner that allows precise analyses to be carried out.
The tests outlined are designed to measure the errors associated with the operation of certain parts of the spectrometer. They are not designed to check every part of the spectrometer, but only those parts that are known to be common sources of unacceptable error.
It is assumed that the performance of the instrument has been optimized according to the manufacturer's instructions.
NOTE: Where no distinction has been made, it is assumed that a test is applicable to both sequential and simultaneous spectrometers.

General Product Information

Published
Document Type	Standard
Status	Current
Publisher	Standards Australia
ProductNote	Reconfirmed 17/06/2016. This standard has been reconfirmed in Australia in 2016 and remains current in New Zealand. Reconfirmation Notice 17/06/2016
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ISBN
Committee	MN-002
Under Revision	DR AS 2563:2018
Supersedes	DR 95095 AS 2563-1982