ASTM D4692-87(1996) - 10.6.2001
 
1. Scope

1.1 This practice covers the calculation and adjustment of calcium, strontium, and barium sulfates for the concentrate stream of a reverse-osmosis system. The calculations are used to determine the need for scale control in the operation and design of reverse-osmosis installations. This practice is applicable for all types of reverse osmosis devices (tubular, spiral wound, and hollow fiber).

1.2 This practice is applicable to both brackish waters and seawaters.

 
2. Referenced Documents

D4195-23

Standard Guide for Water Analysis for Reverse Osmosis and Nanofiltration Application

D4194-23

Standard Test Methods for Operating Characteristics of Reverse Osmosis and Nanofiltration Devices

D3352-15

Standard Test Method for Strontium Ion in Brackish Water, Seawater, and Brines (Withdrawn 2024)

D1129-24

Standard Terminology Relating to Water

D516-22

Standard Test Method for Sulfate Ion in Water

D511-14(2021)e1

Standard Test Methods for Calcium and Magnesium In Water (Includes all amendments and changes 12/6/2021).

D4382-18(2026)

Standard Test Method for Barium in Water, Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometry, Graphite Furnace

D6161-19

Standard Terminology Used for Microfiltration, Ultrafiltration, Nanofiltration, and Reverse Osmosis Membrane Processes