ASTM C1561-03 - 10.2.2003
 
Significance and Use

The method is applicable to the analysis of materials to demonstrate compliance with the specifications set forth in Specifications C 787 and C 996.

 
1. Scope

1.1 This method covers the determination of plutonium and neptunium isotopes in uranium hexafluoride by alpha spectroscopy. The method could also be applicable to any matrix that may be converted to a nitric acid system.

1.2 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 requirements prior to use.

 
2. Referenced Documents

C1475-26

Standard Guide for Determination of Neptunium-237 in Soil

C1163-14(2023)

Standard Practice for Mounting Actinides for Alpha Spectrometry Using Neodymium Fluoride

D1193-24

Standard Specification for Reagent Water

C787-20(2025)

Standard Specification for Uranium Hexafluoride for Enrichment

C996-20(2025)

Standard Specification for Uranium Hexafluoride Enriched to Less Than 5 % 235U

D3648-23

Standard Practices for the Measurement of Radioactivity

D3084-20

Standard Practice for Alpha-Particle Spectrometry of Water