Scope: This document specifies the methods to be employed for determination of size distributions by sieving of iron ore and direct reduced iron (excluding briquetted iron), utilizing sieves having aperture sizes of 36 µm or larger. The size distribution is expressed in terms of mass and percentage mass, passed or retained on selected sieves. The purpose of this document is to provide a basis for any testing of iron ore and direct reduced iron involving size determination for use by contracting parties in the sale and purchase of these materials.

When this document is used for comparative purposes, the concerned parties will agree on the selection of the detailed method to be employed in order to eliminate sources of subsequent controversy.

Cross References:
ISO 3310-2
ISO 3086
ISO 3082
ISO 3085
ISO 11323
ISO 3310-1
ISO 3852
ISO 2591-1
ISO 565
ISO 10835:2007
ISO 3087


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