ASTM E1818-96e1

ASTM E1818-96e1 - 10.6.1999

1. Scope

1.1 This practice covers dosimetric procedures to be followed to determine the performance of low energy (300 KeV or less) single-gap electron beam radiation processing facilities. Other practices and procedures related to facility characterization, product qualification, and routine processing are also discussed.

1.2 The electron energy range covered in this practice is from 80 KeV to 300 KeV. Such electron beams can be generated by single-gap self-contained thermal filament or plasma source accelerators.

1.3 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.

2. Referenced Documents

17025:2005	General requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories
E170-23	Standard Terminology Relating to Radiation Measurements and Dosimetry
E2232-21	Standard Guide for Selection and Use of Mathematical Methods for Calculating Absorbed Dose in Radiation Processing Applications
E2303-11	Standard Guide for Absorbed-Dose Mapping in Radiation Processing Facilities
14470:2011	Food irradiation-Requirements for the development, validation and routine control of the ionizing radiation used for the treatment of food
F1355-19	Standard Guide for Irradiation of Fresh Agricultural Produce as a Phytosanitary Treatment
E2701-09	Standard Guide for Performance Characterization of Dosimeters and Dosimetry Systems for Use in Radiation Processing (Withdrawn 2014)
E2628-09	Standard Practice for Dosimetry for Radiation Processing
F1356-22	Standard Guide for Irradiation of Fresh, Frozen or Processed Meat and Poultry to Control Pathogens and Other Microorganisms
11137-1:2006	Sterilization of health care products-Radiation-Part 1: Requirements for development, validation and routine control of a sterilization process for medical devices