ASTM D4658-92(1996) - 1.1.1996
 
1. Scope

1.1 This test method uses an ion-selective electrode to determine sulfide ion in water. The test method is applicable in the range from 0.04 to 4000 mg/L of sulfide.

1.2 Precision data presented in this test method were obtained using reagent water only. It is the user's responsibility to ensure the validity of this test method for untested types of water.

1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety problems, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limits prior to use. Sulfide samples, when acidified, can release highly toxic hydrogen sulfide (H2S) gas. For a specific precautionary statement, see Note 2.

 
2. Referenced Documents

D5810-96(2026)

Standard Guide for Spiking into Aqueous Samples

D1129-24

Standard Terminology Relating to Water

D1193-24

Standard Specification for Reagent Water

D2777-21

Standard Practice for Determination of Precision and Bias of Applicable Test Methods of Committee D19 on Water

D3370-25

Standard Practices for Sampling Water from Flowing Process Streams

D4127-18a(2026)

Standard Terminology Used with Ion-Selective Electrodes (Includes all amendments and changes 6/1/2026).

D5847-22

Standard Practice for Writing Quality Control Specifications for Standard Test Methods for Water Analysis