1、Designation: E1617 09 (Reapproved 2014)1Standard Practice forReporting Particle Size Characterization Data1This standard is issued under the fixed designation E1617; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year oforiginal adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last
2、revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. Asuperscript epsilon () indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.1NOTEEditorial corrections were made throughout in April 2014.INTRODUCTIONCorrelation and comparison of particle size measurement data
3、are of general importance toresearchers, processors, suppliers, vendors, and users of particulate materials. Since there arenumerous methods and devices in use, comparisons of size measurement data are subject to perceivedinconsistencies that may be much reduced by the use of standardized reporting.
4、Data generated by any one size measurement method may be consistent in many respects, yet betroublesome to correlate due to variances in data processing and reporting formats among equipmentmanufacturers. Data generated from methods employing different physical principles present seriouscorrelation
5、problems due to their sensing of different parameters related to particle size and someunrelated, such as density, shape and optical properties. Standardized reporting may reduce confusionresulting from different particle size measurement practices.1. Scope1.1 This practice covers reporting particle
6、 size measurementdata.1.2 This practice applies to particle size measurementmethods, devices, detail levels, and data formats for drypowders, and wet suspensions of solids, gels, or emulsiondroplets. This practice does not pertain to liquid particles.NOTE 1For information on reporting liquid particl
7、e measurementdata, refer to Practice E799.1.3 This practice does not concern particle concentrationinformation.1.4 This practice uses SI (Systme International) units asstandard. State all numerical values in terms of SI units unlessspecific instrumentation software reports particle sizeinformation,
8、including percentiles, indices, and distributions astabulations and graphs using alternate units. In this case,present both reported and equivalent SI units in the finalwritten report. Refer to Practice E380 for proper usage of SIunits.1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of thesafety c
9、oncerns, if any, associated with its use. It is theresponsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-priate safety and health practices and determine the applica-bility of regulatory limitations prior to use.2. Referenced Documents2.1 ASTM Standards:2E177 Practice for Use of the Terms P
10、recision and Bias inASTM Test MethodsE380 Practice for Use of the International System of Units(SI) (the Modernized Metric System) (Withdrawn 1997)3E456 Terminology Relating to Quality and StatisticsE691 Practice for Conducting an Interlaboratory Study toDetermine the Precision of a Test MethodE799
11、Practice for Determining Data Criteria and Processingfor Liquid Drop Size Analysis3. Significance and Use3.1 When evaluating the particle size information, if theprocedures of the data processing are not available, the user ofthe data must make assumptions concerning the reported datain the event of
12、 analytical inconsistencies. In order for differentdata sets to be compared it is crucial that the parties report the1This practice is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee E29 on Particle andSpray Characterization and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee E29.02 onNon-Sieving Methods.Curr
13、ent edition approved April 1, 2014. Published April 2014. Originallyapproved in 1994. Last previous edition approved in 2009 as E1617 09. DOI:10.1520/E1617-09R14E01.2For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, orcontact ASTM Customer Service at serviceastm.org. For Annual Bo
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15、s1analytical techniques and methods or procedures forevaluating, calculating, compiling or otherwise processing thedata to be reported.3.2 Particle size characterization information can be re-ported in three levels of detail in order to satisfy users needs.3.2.1 Level 1 applies when only basic infor
16、mation about thematerial is required, and shall be provided with each shipment.This level represents the minimum information that shall bereported. Level 1 information may be sufficient in such cases asidentifying a certain grade of a material or when detailedknowledge of analytical methodology is n
17、ot needed.3.2.2 Level 2 presumes the need for knowledge of method-ology on the users part and allows the user to make a moreinformed judgment about the information provided in Level 1.3.2.3 Level 3 provides detailed written procedures to allowduplication of the measurement.3.2.4 Information provided
18、 through Levels 2 and 3 willallow users to perform comparative material evaluationsamong several suppliers, set specifications or define a purchaseagreement, perform inter-laboratory studies and most impor-tantly resolve disputes among suppliers and users.3.3 Reported particle size measurement is a
19、function of boththe actual particle dimension and shape factor as well as theparticular physical or chemical properties of the particle beingmeasured. Caution is required when comparing data frominstruments operating on different physical or chemical param-eters or with different particle size measu
20、rement ranges.Sample acquisition, handling and preparation can also affectthe reported particle size results.4. Procedure4.1 The particle size characterization report shall includeLevel 1 information with Level 2 or 3, or both, being suppliedupon agreement between supplier and user. Level 2 reportss
21、hall include all information provided in Level 1. Level 3reports shall include all information provided in Levels 1 and2.4.2 The supplier of a product lot shall provide the user withat least Level 1 information in a mutually agreed upon timeframe relative to delivery of the product. Structure the re
22、portusing 5.2 through 5.2.8 as guidelines.4.3 Levels 2 and 3 shall be made available to the user atmutually agreeable costs and terms of disclosure. Structure thereports using 5.3 through 5.3.14.3 and 5.4 through 5.4.18,respectively, as guidelines.4.4 Particle Size Characterization Data SheetLevel 1
23、:4.4.1 The Level 1 report shall contain the designation of thisASTM standard practice (E1617).4.4.2 The report shall contain sample identification infor-mation such as material type, sample source or submitter, andsample lot number.4.4.3 The report shall include a minimum reporting of sizeparameter(
24、s). Minimum reporting will be defined by agreementbetween supplier and user of the data, such as a calculatedmean diameter, median diameter, or both.4.4.4 The report shall include the principle of measurement,such as sieving, sedimentation, light blockage, electronic zonesensing, laser light scatter
25、ing, and so forth. Often, the mea-surement principle can be defined by describing the instrumen-tation or apparatus used for the analysis. All references to“diameter” shall include appropriate adjectives to indicate thesensing basis.4.4.5 The report shall include the bases for the reportedparameters
26、. Examples of parameter basis are frequentlydistribution, scattering area distribution, and mass distribution.4.4.6 The report shall include the range of sizemeasurement, in appropriate SI units.4.5 Particle Size Characterization Data SheetLevel 2:4.5.1 The Level 2 report shall include all informati
27、on listedunder 4.4.4.5.2 The report shall include the manufacturers identifica-tion of the instrument or apparatus used to perform the particlesize measurement.4.5.3 The report shall include all of the parameters requiredto use the instrument or apparatus.4.5.4 The report shall include the software
28、version num-ber(s) of any computerized instrument used to measure particlesize.4.5.5 The report shall include a description of the basis ofcalculations performed by the instrument, to the extent avail-able from the instrument manufacturer. Also, the report shallinclude description of any additional
29、calculations performedoutside of the instrument software package.4.5.6 The report shall include basic statistical information,such as standard deviation, number of degrees of freedom, andconfidence interval, and shall include a description of thecalculations used to produce this statistical informat
30、ion.4.5.7 The report shall include the specifications or limits ofthe measurement as defined by the instrument manufacturer.4.5.8 The report shall include a complete description ofsample preparation.4.6 Particle Size Characterization Data SheetLevel 3:4.6.1 The Level 3 report shall include all infor
31、mation listedunder 4.4 and 4.5.4.6.2 The report shall include operating procedures associ-ated with the particle size measurement and the completedesignation of any published procedures, such as ASTM orindustry standard test methods.4.6.3 The report shall include a complete description of anyinstrum
32、ent operational and calibration procedures not specifiedby a published procedure.4.6.4 The report shall include a statement of precision andbias of the particle size measurement data where available.5. Report Guidelines5.1 Typical reports based upon the information categoriespresented in items 4.4 t
33、hrough 4.6.4 are shown below. Theactual text of the report will depend upon the particular particlesize measurement technique used. Users and suppliers shouldagree in advance on the particular size parameters reported.5.2 Particle Size Characterization Data SheetLevel 1:5.2.1 This ASTM designation,5
34、.2.2 Material,5.2.3 Source,E1617 09 (2014)125.2.4 Lot number, and5.2.5 Size Parameter(s). For Example:5.2.5.1 Geometric mean diameter,5.2.5.2 Modal diameter,5.2.5.3 Median diameter, and5.2.5.4 Other defined size related parameter.5.2.6 Data basis (frequency, mass, etc.),5.2.7 Measurement range, and5
35、.2.8 Measurement principle.5.3 Particle Size Characterization Data SheetLevel 2:5.3.1 This ASTM designation,5.3.2 Material,5.3.3 Source,5.3.4 Lot number, and5.3.5 Size Parameter(s). For Example:5.3.5.1 Geometric mean diameter,5.3.5.2 Modal diameter,5.3.5.3 Median diameter, and5.3.5.4 Other defined s
36、ize related parameter.5.3.6 Data basis (frequency, mass, etc.),5.3.7 Measurement range,5.3.8 Measurement principle,5.3.9 Instrument and model,5.3.10 Measurement ConditionsInstrument operationalparameters,5.3.11 Software version number(s),5.3.12 Calculation method,5.3.13 Basic Statistics (Refer to Te
37、rminology E456):5.3.13.1 Standard deviation,5.3.13.2 Degrees of freedom, and5.3.13.3 Confidence level.5.3.14 Sample Preparation:5.3.14.1 Dispersion medium,5.3.14.2 Dispersion steps (equipment, power rating,duration), and5.3.14.3 Dispersion verification.5.4 Particle Size Characterization Data SheetLe
38、vel 3:5.4.1 This ASTM designation,5.4.2 Material,5.4.3 Source,5.4.4 Lot number,5.4.5 Size Parameter(s). For Example:5.4.5.1 Geometric mean diameter,5.4.5.2 Modal diameter,5.4.5.3 Median diameter, and5.4.5.4 Other defined size related parameter.5.4.6 Data basis (frequency, mass, etc.),5.4.7 Measureme
39、nt range,5.4.8 Measurement principle,5.4.9 Instrument and model,5.4.10 Measurement ConditionsInstrument operationalparameters,5.4.11 Software version,5.4.12 Calculation method,5.4.13 Basic Statistics (Refer to Terminology E456):5.4.13.1 Standard deviation,5.4.13.2 Degrees of freedom, and5.4.13.3 Con
40、fidence level.5.4.14 Sample Preparation:5.4.14.1 Dispersion medium,5.4.14.2 Dispersion steps (equipment, power rating,duration), and5.4.14.3 Dispersion verification.5.4.15 Analytical procedure and number,5.4.16 Precision and bias (refer to Practices E177 andE691),5.4.17 Test or assay number, and5.4.
41、18 Calibration or standardization procedure.5.5 Example Report FormAn example of a report form(data sheet) incorporating all the required parameters may befound in Appendix X1.6. Keywords6.1 particle characterization; particle size; particle sizeanalysis; particle size characterization; particle siz
42、e distribu-tion; particle size reportAPPENDIX(Nonmandatory Information)X1. PARTICLE SIZE CHARACTERIZATION REPORTX1.1 This appendix contains a suggested form (data sheet)for reporting particle size characterization data according tothis practice.NOTE X1.1The size parameters shown in the example in X1
43、.2 areonly suggestions. Other size parameters, or additional size parameters,may be included in the report, as indicated in 5.2.5, 5.3.5, and 5.4.5.X1.1.1 Page 1 of the report form (X1.2) contains all theinformation necessary for a Level 1 report (see 5.2), such thatonly page 1 will be necessary if
44、reporting to Level 1. Completeonly page 1, column 1, for a Level 1 reportX1.1.2 Page 2 of the report form (X1.3) contains theadditional information necessary for a Level 2 report (see 5.3),such that only pages 1 and 2 will be necessary if reporting toLevel 2. Complete both pages 1 and 2 (column 2 on
45、 bothpages) for a Level 2 report.X1.1.3 Page 3 of the report form (X1.4) contains theinformation for a Level 3 report, which is in addition to theLevel 1 and Level 2 information (see 5.4), such that all threeE1617 09 (2014)13pages will be necessary if reporting to Level 3. Complete allthree pages (c
46、olumn 3 on all three pages) for a Level 3 report.X1.2 Example Report Form Page 1 Level 1 ReportX1.2.1 See Fig. X1.1.X1.3 Example Report Form Page 2 Level 2 ReportX1.3.1 See Fig. X1.2.X1.4 Example Report Form Page 3 Level 3 ReportX1.4.1 See Fig. X1.3.FIG. X1.1 ASTM E1617 Particle Size Characterizatio
47、n Report (Page 1)E1617 09 (2014)14FIG. X1.2 ASTM E1617 Particle Size Characterization Report (Page 2)E1617 09 (2014)15ASTM International takes no position respecting the validity of any patent rights asserted in connection with any item mentionedin this standard. Users of this standard are expressly
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