What is BS 3907-15 – Magnesium and magnesium alloys about?
BS 3907-15 is a British standard and a part of the BS 3907 series that discusses the determination of lead in magnesium and magnesium alloys using atomic absorption method for the analysis of magnesium and magnesium alloys. The high-temperature properties of magnesium alloys are relevant for automotive and aerospace applications, where slowing creep (deformation) plays an important role in material lifetime.
Who is BS 3907-15 – Magnesium and magnesium alloys for?
BS 3907-15 on the magnesium alloys applies to:
- Magnesium of magnesium alloys
- Quality testing personnel
Why should you use BS 3907-15 – Magnesium and magnesium alloys?
Magnesium alloys are relevant for automotive and aerospace applications, where slowing creep (deformation) plays an important role in material lifetime. Atomic absorption spectroscopy is an analytical technique used to determine how much of certain elements are in a sample. It uses the principle that atoms (and ions) can absorb light at a specific, unique wavelength. When this specific wavelength of light is provided, the energy (light) is absorbed by the atom.
BS 3907-15 specifies the principle in which the sample is dissolved in a mixture of nitric and hydrochloric acids and diluted to a suitable volume and the lead content is determined by atomic absorption spectrophotometry. The method is recommended for lead contents up to 0.3 %.
BS 3907-15 exemplifies the required determination of lead in magnesium alloys using the atomic absorption method for the analysis of magnesium and magnesium alloys.
