ASTM F318-78(1996) - 1.1.2000
 
1. Scope

1.1 This practice covers a procedure for sampling airborne particulate matter larger than 5 µm in size. The method is designed to be used in specific areas, commonly called "clean rooms" in the aerospace industry where aerospace fluids are handled.

Note--Practice F50 is an alternative procedure.

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 limitations prior to use.

 
2. Referenced Documents

D1193-06(2018)

Standard Specification for Reagent Water

D1836-07(2021)

Standard Specification for Commercial Hexanes

D2021-65(1995)

Standard Specification for Neutral Detergent, 40 Percent Alkylbenzene Sulfonate Type (Withdrawn 2000)

E2042-04

Standard Practice for Cleaning and Maintaining Controlled Areas and Clean Rooms

F25-04

Standard Test Method for Sizing and Counting Airborne Particulate Contamination in Cleanrooms and Other Dust-Controlled Areas

F50-21

Standard Practice for Continuous Sizing and Counting of Airborne Particles in Dust-Controlled Areas and Clean Rooms Using Instruments Capable of Detecting Single Sub-Micrometre and Larger Particles

F312-08(2023)

Standard Test Methods for Microscopical Sizing and Counting Particles from Aerospace Fluids on Membrane Filters