ASTM: D1293A:  pH: Method A: Precise Laboratory Measurement of pH

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Official Method Name
Standard Test Methods for pH of Water
Current Revision
1995
Media
WATER
Instrumentation
pH Meter
Method Subcategory
Inorganic
Method Source
  ASTM
Citation
  Annual Book of ASTM Standards, Section 11, Water and Environmental Technology, Volume 11.01, Water (I)
Brief Method Summary
The pH meter and associated electrodes are standardized against two reference buffer solutions that closely bracket the anticipated sample pH. The sample measurement is made under strictly controlled conditions and prescribed techniques.
Scope and Application
This test method covers the precise measurement of pH in water under strictly controlled laboratory conditions.
Applicable Concentration Range
1.0 - 12.0 pH
Interferences
The glass electrode reliably measures pH in nearly all aqueous solutions and in general is not subject to solution interference from color, turbidity, colloidal matter, oxidants, or reductants. The glass electrode reliably measures pH in nearly all aqueous solutions and in general is not subject to solution interference from color, turbidity, colloidal matter, oxidants, or reductants. The reference electrode may be subject to interferences and should be chosen to conform to all requirements of the Method.
Quality Control Requirements
Sample Handling
Collect samples in accordance with Practice D 1066, Specification D 1192, or Practices D 3370, whichever is applicable.
Maximum Holding Time
Relative Cost
Less than $50
Sample Preparation Methods