BS 6870-2.5:1987

What is BS 6870-2.5 - Titrimetric method for the determination of iron in aluminium ores about?  

BS 6870-2.5 is an International Standard that specifies a titrimetric method for the determination of iron in aluminium ores. The method has been chosen to avoid interference from platinum which may occur with the use of platinum crucibles in the acid decomposition procedure. 

The method is suitable for use with ores having iron oxide contents between 2 and 50 % (m/m). 

Who is BS 6870-2.5 - Titrimetric method for the determination of iron in aluminium ores for? 

BS 6870-2.5 on titrimetric method for the determination of iron in aluminium ores is useful for: 

• The mining industry  
• The aluminium and mineral industry  
• Suppliers of and distributors of raw aluminium ores  
• Manufacturers of aluminium products  
• Product development/innovation teams  
• Research and testing personnel  
• Quality control personnel  
• Relevant compliance authorities  

Why should you use BS 6870-2.5 - Titrimetric method for the determination of iron in aluminium ores? 

Aluminium has various applications in different industries such as- construction, packaging, transport, space crafts and marine industry, utensils and wires producing industry. 

BS 6870-2.5 helps you with guidance on carrying out the titrimetric method for the determination of iron in aluminium ores with precision and accuracy. 

BS 6870-2.5 provides you with guidance on correct sample preparation, procedure for number of determinations, blank test and check test.  

Compliance with BS 6870-2.5 enables manufacturers and suppliers of aluminium ores to achieve the required quality of the product by analyzing the ore in detail for any metal traces like iron.