ASTM E775-15 - 1.9.2015
 
Significance and Use

5.1 These procedures are used by producers and users of RDF for determining the total sulfur content of the fuel.

 
1. Scope

1.1 These test methods present two alternative procedures for the determination of total sulfur in prepared analysis samples of solid refuse-derived fuel (RDF). Sulfur is included in the ultimate analysis of RDF.

1.2 The test methods appear in the following order:

Test

Sections

Eschka Method

8 – 11

Bomb Washing Method

12 and 13

1.3 These test methods may be applicable to any waste material from which a laboratory analysis sample can be prepared.

1.4 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. Inch-pound units are provided for information.

1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, 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 limitations prior to use. For specific precautionary statements see Section 6.

 
2. Referenced Documents

D5681-23

Standard Terminology for Waste and Waste Management

D1193-06(2018)

Standard Specification for Reagent Water

E711-23e1

Standard Test Method for Gross Calorific Value of Refuse-Derived Fuel by the Bomb Calorimeter (Includes all amendments and changes 4/18/2023).

E829-23

Standard Practice for Preparing Refuse-Derived Fuel (RDF) Laboratory Samples for Analysis

E180-03

Standard Practice for Determining the Precision of ASTM Methods for Analysis and Testing of Industrial and Specialty Chemicals (Withdrawn 2009)