X-Ray_Requirements_Document_PTPLF_13_May_19.pdf

Wavelength Dispersive X-Ray Fluorescence Spectrometer (WDXRF)

Requirement

20 February 2019

The procurement is for one benchtop Wavelength Dispersive X-Ray Fluorescence Spectrometer (WDXRF) instrument that will be used at AFPET laboratories. Aerospace Fuels Laboratories perform quality control testing for

Aviation Gasoline 100LL grade aviation fuel.

WDXRF instrument shall at a minimum:

1. Be a benchtop instrument with approximate size of 24” Width x 28” Depth x 28” Height and an input voltage requirement of 220 VAC.

2. Be a fully automated sequential WDXRF.

3. Does not require Helium or P-10 gas for the operation of the instrument.

4. Provide a stable and rapid vacuum system capable of maintaining optics in vacuum while the sample chamber remains in air.

5. Meets all the requirements in ASTM D5059-14, Standard Test Methods for Lead in Gasoline by

X-Ray Spectroscopy, Test Method A and/or B.

i. In accordance with T.O. 42B-1-1, “Quality Control Of Fuels and Lubricants”, page 1.1, paragraph 1.1; MIL-STD-3004D, “Quality Assurance/Surveillance For Fuels, Lubricants and Related Products” and ASTM D910-17 “Standard Specification for Leaded Aviation Gasolines”, 100LL grade.

6. Meets all the requirements in ASTM D2622-16, Standard Test Methods for Sulfur in Petroleum Products by Wavelength Dispersive X-Ray Fluorescence Spectrometry.

i. In accordance with T.O. 42B-1-1, “Quality Control Of Fuels and Lubricants”, page 1.1, paragraph 1.1; MIL-STD-3004D, “Quality Assurance/Surveillance For Fuels, Lubricants and Related Products” and the following fuel specifications:

1. ASTM D910-17 “Standard Specification for Leaded Aviation Gasolines”, 100LL grade.

2. ASTM D1655-18, “Standard Specification for Aviation Fuels.”

3. MIL-DTL-83133K, “Turbine Fuel, Aviation, Kerosene Type, JP-8 (NATO F-34), NATO F-35, and JP-8+100 (NATO F-37).”

4. MIL-DTL-25524F, “Turbine Fuel, Aviation, Thermally Stable.”

5. ASTM D975-19,”Standard Specification for Diesel Fuel Oils”, Paragraph 5.1.8.

7. Include measurement, quantification, statistical analysis and reporting software with simplified user interfaces that maximize instrument performance and quality of data output.

i. Shall have a dedicated quantification method for the analysis of Tetraethyl Lead (TEL) in Aviation Gasoline that meets the requirements in ASTM D5059-14 and ASTM D910-17.

ii. Shall have a dedicated quantification method for the analysis of Sulfur in Aviation Gasoline that meets the requirements in ASTM D2622-16 and ASTM D910-17, ASTM D975-19, ASTM D1655-18, MIL-DTL-83133K and MIL-DTL-25524F.

8. Utilize a scintillation counter detector for heavy elements and a sealed proportional counter detector for light element analysis.

9. Have the ability to utilize two or more crystals and provide the equivalent of a LiF200 crystal for Ti-U and a PET crystal for Al-Sc.

10. Utilizes an air-cooled 200 watt x-ray tube with Pd target.

i. Does not require water or liquid nitrogen for cooling.

ii. Includes automatic bean filter to remove Pd-K spectral interference lines.

11. Provide an automatic sample changer with multiple sample positions.

12. Includes sample spinning functionality for optimized sampling statistics.

13. Provide a multipurpose sample cell designed to hold liquids, powders and beads.

14. Provide all required x-ray safety and warning signs, stickers and handbooks.

15. Include a minimum of two days on-site for:

i. Instrument set-up and calibration by technician.

ii. Training for both instrument operation and method development.

16. Include vendor-supplied classroom training for x-ray theory as well as specific training consistent with aviation and ground fuel applications.

17. Include the option for a post-warranty annual service contract that includes:

i. All parts, labor, shipping, travel and travel expenses for one preventative maintenance service per year and emergency repair service as required (consumable items including x-ray tubes, o-rings, seals and roughing pump oil are not included).

ii. Technical telephone support 24 hours a day, 365 days/year

iii. Emergency on-site service within 72 hours.

18. Delivery within 3 months after receipt of award to the following address:

AFPET Labs

RAF Mildenhall BLDG 1546

Bury St. Edmunds GB IP28 8NF

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