Table of Contents

Foreword
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Terms and definitions
4 General considerations for sampling and sample preparation
5 Fundamentals of sampling and sample preparation
6 Methods of sampling
7 Sampling from moving streams
8 Sampling from stationary situations
9 Stopped-belt reference sampling
10 Sample preparation
11 Packing and marking of samples
Annex A (informative) - Inspection of mechanical sampling systems
Annex B (normative) - Formulae for number of increments
Annex C (informative) - Alternative methods of taking the
        reference sample
Annex D (normative) - Procedure for determining the minimum
        mass of divided gross sample for size determination using
        other mechanical division methods
Annex E (normative) - Riffle dividers
Bibliography

Abstract

This document provides : a) the underlying theory, b) the basic principles for sampling and preparation of samples, and c) the basic requirements for the design, installation and operation of sampling systems; for mechanical sampling, manual sampling and preparation of samples taken from a lot under transfer.

General Product Information

Published
Document Type	Standard
Status	Current
Publisher	International Organization for Standardization
Pages
ISBN
Committee	TC 102
Supersedes	ISO/DIS 3082 : 60.00 (2017) ISO 3083 : 1986 ISO 3081 : 1986 ISO 3082 : 2009