This practice provides for the processing of liquid samples. It will provide the optimum sample processing for visual contamination methods such as Test Methods F312.

1. Scope

1.1 This practice covers the processing of in-service fluids in preparation for particulate contamination analysis using membrane filters and is limited only by the liquid-to-membrane filter compatibility.

1.2 The practice covers the procedure for filtering a measured volume of liquid through a membrane filter. When this practice is used, the particulate matter will be randomly distributed on the filter surface for subsequent contamination analysis methods.

1.3 The practice describes procedures to allow handling particles in the size range between 2 and 1000 μm with minimum losses during handling.

1.4 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.

2. Referenced Documents (purchase separately) The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.

ASTM Standards

Keywords

filter patch test; filtration; liquid sample handling; membrane filters; particulate contamination; patch test; vacuum filtration;

ICS Code

ICS Number Code 23.100.60 (Filters, seals and contamination of fluids)

Citing ASTM Standards

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