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Standard Test Method For Field Determination of In-Service Fluid Properties Using IR Spectros
Standard Test Method For Field Determination of In-Service Fluid Properties Using IR Spectros
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Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
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Determine the Precision of a Test Method 4. Summary of Test Method
E932 Practice for Describing and Measuring Performance of 4.1 This test method utilizes a self-contained field apparatus
Dispersive Infrared Spectrometers to provide detailed information concerning the condition status
E1655 Practices for Infrared Multivariate Quantitative of in-service fluids. In particular, it provides readings of
Analysis oxidation, antiwear additive, sulfation, nitration and soot levels
E2412 Practice for Condition Monitoring of In-Service Lu- in hydrocarbon type (API Group I-IV) fluids.
bricants by Trend Analysis Using Fourier Transform 4.1.1 An absorbance spectrum of the sample under test is
Infrared (FT-IR) Spectrometry obtained. For the background spectrum, the cell background is
E2617 Practice for Validation of Empirically Derived Mul- used.
tivariate Calibrations 4.1.1.1 Test Methods have been developed for Fourier-
transform infrared (FTIR) devices using absorbance spectra
3. Terminology
obtained using Practice D7418. Particular Test Methods devel-
3.1 For definitions of terms relating to infrared spectroscopy oped for in-service monitoring of hydrocarbon type (API
used in this test method, refer to Terminology E131. For Group I-IV) fluids include those established for Oxidation
definition of terms related to infrared-based in-service fluid (Test Method D7414, Procedure A), Antiwear Additive (Test
condition monitoring, refer to Practice D7418. Method D7412, Procedure A), Sulfation (Test Method D7415,
3.2 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard: Procedure A), Nitration (Test Method D7624, Procedure A),
3.2.1 absorbance units (AU), n—units of measurement of and Soot (Test Method D7844, Procedure A). These test
the raw absorbance spectrum which is obtained using the methods have served to establish the signature infrared spec-
definition described in Section 8 (Theory for a Single Com- troscopic behavior associated with key in-service monitoring
pound Analysis) of Practice E168, which is not normalized for properties. This test method provides property values based on
pathlength. the examination of each property’s signature infrared spectro-
scopic behavior. The essence of this test method is to capture
3.2.2 cell background, n—a single-beam spectrum that is
the underlying chemical trends associated with each property
obtained on a clean, empty wipe-clean transmission cell.
for in-service fluid analysis using a self-contained field appa-
3.2.3 mid-infrared grating spectrometer, n—a spectrometer ratus and coupled wipe-clean transmission cell.
which operates in the mid-infrared spectral range, between at 4.1.2 From the infrared absorbance spectrum obtained with
least 960 cm-1 and 3040 cm-1 and creates an infrared spectrum the self-contained field apparatus, properties of the in-service
by means of a reflective diffraction grating. fluid are calculated. In particular, those properties in Table 1
3.2.3.1 Discussion—Such a grating spectrometer may be of are calculated by the device and presented to the user on the
any of a variety of designs and optical configurations. Example display. Additional properties using infrared calibration meth-
designs include monochrometer-type systems wherein the ods may be calculated and displayed depending on the particu-
grating is rotated to a single point infrared detector, or lar fluid being analyzed and availability of calibrations for that
array-type systems which utilize an infrared detector array at fluid.
the output and a fixed grating. Example optical configurations 4.1.2.1 Infrared spectra generated by the described instru-
include Rowland-Circle and Czerny-Turner systems. Typical ment type can be used to provide a further set of properties of
infrared detectors are uncooled thermal detectors such as interest to in-service fluid analysis of hydrocarbon type (API
thermopile or pyroelectric-based sensors. Group I-IV) fluids. Such properties must be calibrated to the
3.2.4 reporting units, n—specifies the reporting units of the particular fluid blend, and may be generated using ASTM
fluid analysis property. guidelines which govern the creation of such calibrations. Such
3.2.5 self-contained field apparatus, n—a mid-infrared grat- calibrations may be built from either standard regression
ing spectrometer which is of the form factor to allow it to methods as described in Practice E168 or as described in
operate as an independent device suitable for field use. Practice E2412. Further, they may also be multivariate
calibrations, described in Practice E1655 and Practice E2617.
3.2.6 wipe-clean transmission cell, n—an infrared transmis-
Example properties include Acid Number (AN), Base Number
sion cell which is specifically tailored for field use.
(BN), water contamination, ethylene glycol, fluid mixture
3.2.6.1 Discussion—In particular, the cell may be utilized
content, and antioxidant depletion. It should be noted that, due
and cleaned with a towel or rag and without the use of reagents
to the fact that these calibrations are sample-specific, this test
or chemicals of any sort, making it convenient for use as a field
method does not provide a prescription for calculating such
device. Such transmission cells may accomplish this using
properties.
mechanisms for quick open/close of the cell such as by means
of a mechanical lever, demountable screw or press fit, or TABLE 1 In-Service Lubricant Properties Reported by the Test
magnetic coupling. To correct for any cell fringing effects, the Method
cell utilizes a wedged design both on the interior faces and Property Reporting Units
exterior faces of the cell windows: The cell windows them- Oxidation Abs/0.1 mm
selves are wedged at an angle of less than 0.5 degrees. The Antiwear Additive Abs/0.1 mm
spacing between the two windows is wedged at an angle of Sulfation Abs/0.1 mm
Nitration Abs/cm
approximately 0.013 degrees. The cell is designed to be Soot Abs/cm
nominally 100 µm in pathlength, with ZnSe windows.
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4.2 The results of the test method can be compared against for grating instruments as discussed in Practice E932 may be
pre-defined or user-defined limits so as to judge the condition performed. The absorbance spectrum of this material measured
of the in-service lubricant. Warning and alarm limits ex- with the spectrometer should show a peak at band number 12
ceedences which may be pre-defined or set by the user are (1028 cm-1) of approximately 0.29 AU and a peak at band
indicated by the property and associated value being high- number 2 (2924 cm-1) of approximately 0.56 AU. Other
lighted using coding established in Guide D7720, with either spectral resolutions may provide accurate results as well but
green (favorable alarm level designation showing acceptable the calculation parameters listed in Table 2 and Section 17 may
condition), yellow (intermediate level alarm designation warn- be different from those listed.
ing a fault condition is present and will likely need attention in 7.5 Spectral Range—Shall cover the frequencies necessary
the future), or red (high level alarm designation showing for calculation of all properties described in the method, which
significant deterioration) indicated by the self-contained field is 960 cm-1 to 3040 cm-1.
apparatus.
8. Reagents and Materials
5. Significance and Use
8.1 The only materials required to make a measurement are
5.1 This test method provides a means for obtaining useful
either a shop rag or lint-free paper towel to clean the wipe-
in-service fluid analysis properties in the field. It is not to be
clean transmission cell. No other materials or reagents are
confused with laboratory or portable FTIR devices which
necessary.
provide measurements per the existing Test Methods listed in
4.1.1.1. Each of these monitored properties has been shown
9. Hazards
over time to indicate either contamination in the fluid system or
a particular breakdown modality of the fluid, which is critical 9.1 The apparatus utilizes a certified Li-Ion battery.
information to assess the health of the fluid as well as the
machinery. By utilizing the field device, it is possible for those 10. Sampling, Test Specimens, and Test Units
operating machinery, in locations and situations where it is not 10.1 A sample of in-service fluid should be obtained. A
practical to gather a sample for the laboratory, to obtain quality minimum quantity of approximately 50 µL is needed to obtain
in-service fluid analysis. This may be due to the need to have one set of measurements as defined in Table 2. The sample
an analysis done in real-time, on-the-spot to maximize the should be representative of the system. If such equipment is
operational hours of equipment, or to have the analysis available, the sample is preferably obtained as described in
performed at a location where no laboratory analysis is Practice D4057.
available.
11. Preparation of Apparatus
6. Interferences
11.1 A quality collection of the infrared absorbance spec-
6.1 Spectral interferences due to very high levels of external trum is assured by several internal quality checks, which
contamination in the fluid can yield errors with these measure- include check fluid, pathlength, clean cell, and loaded cell
ments. Common contaminants include the presence of API monitoring.
Group V lubricants at levels exceeding 5 % and antifreeze 11.1.1 Check fluid and pathlength monitoring (described in
mixes at similar levels. Practice D7418) are performed on a periodic basis according to
manufacturer’s recommendations.
7. Apparatus
7.1 A self-contained mid-infrared grating spectrometer with
a coupled wipe-clean transmission cell as defined in Section 3.
TABLE 2 Specification for Calculation of Each In-Service Fluid
7.2 This spectrometer shall have specific performance char-
Property
acteristics indicated in 7.3 – 7.5, with a Spectral Format in the
Property Measurement, Baseline(s), Reporting
form of absorbance as a function of wavenumber reported at a (cm-1) (cm-1) Units
digital resolution of 2 cm-1. Oxidation Average Average Abs/0.1 mm
1800–1670 1815 to 1805
7.3 Signal-to-Noise Ratio (S/N)—shall be adequate to pro-
vide the desired precision as indicated in Section 17. Antiwear Additive Average Average Abs/0.1 mm
1025–960 1060 to 1030 and
Practically, this means that, over the range of measurement, the 1812 to 1803
standard deviation of the obtained absorbance should be less
than 0.001 AU. Based on the capabilities of the spectrometer Sulfation Average Average Abs/0.1 mm
1180–1120 1210 to 1200 and
system, this may be achieved by co-adding a number of scans 1115 to 1105
to improve the S/N as needed.
Nitration 100·Single Average Abs/cm
7.4 Spectral Resolution—shall be approximately 1.5 % of Point at 1630 1607 to 1597 and
frequency being measured across the measurement range. For 1847 to 1837
example, at 1000 cm-1, the spectral resolution should be
Soot 100·Single None Abs/cm
15 cm-1. In order to qualify this resolution, a simple test using Point at 2000
a 40 micron film of polystyrene, a standard reference material
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11.1.2 In order to verify that the wipe-clean transmission normalization of the resulting spectrum (=PL(microns)), the
cell is empty and clean, a cell background is taken in real-time infrared absorbance spectrum (=A(ν)) of the fluid is calculated
and a raw absorbance spectrum is calculated using a previously by the apparatus:
archived, known, empty, and clean cell background. A ~ v ! 5 2 ~ 100 ⁄ PL! · log10~ P ~ v ! ⁄B ~ v !! @ Abs/0.1 mm# (1)
11.1.2.1 By measuring the maximum peak height between
3000 cm-1 and 2800 cm-1 relative to a baseline at 2700 cm-1, it 14.3.1 The units of A(v), the infrared absorbance
can be determined whether the cell is clean. When the spectrum, as indicated are Abs/0.1 mm.
absorbance value is greater than a pre-set limit of 0.2 AU, the
cell is considered not clean. 15. Calculation or Interpretation of Results
11.1.2.2 This check is performed before any cell back- 15.1 Calculation of in-service fluid properties proceeds
ground to be used in the calculation of fluid properties is according to the spectral analysis detailed in Table 2. These
obtained, and the user is warned if the check fails. analyses proceed using the signature infrared absorption bands
11.1.3 A cell loading check (as described in Practice D7418) gleaned from the obtained infrared absorbance spectrum of the
is performed on each loaded sample to ensure that the cell is fluid.
fully loaded. Such a check is performed according to manu- 15.1.1 Properties are obtained from the absorbance spec-
facturer’s recommendations. trum using the measurement and baseline regions listed in
11.1.3.1 If the cell is determined to not be fully loaded, a Table 2. Properties are presented to the user in the reporting
message that the cell is not fully loaded is displayed alongside units specified.
the results of the analysis. It should be noted that due to the
15.1.1.1 Oxidation is obtained from calculating the average
nature of the design for field use, the wipe clean transmission
absorbance (Abs/0.1 mm) in the measurement region between
cell has no need for fringe correction.
1800 cm-1 and 1670 cm-1 Abs,av(1800 to 1670) and performing
11.2 Ensure that wipe-clean transmission cell is clean by a weighted subtraction from the average baseline absorbance
visual inspection. (Abs/0.1 mm) in the region between 1815 cm-1 and 1805 cm-1
11.3 Gather approximately two drops of sample (on the Abs,av(1815 to 1805). The resulting units of measurement are
order of 50 µL). Abs/0.1 mm:
11.3.1 This may be accomplished using a dropper, syringe, Oxidation=130 · Abs,av~ 1800 to 1670!
or simply by using drops from a fluid dipstick, for example. 2 38.5 · Abs,av~ 1815 to 1805! @ Abs/0.1 mm# (2)
12. Calibration and Standardization 15.1.1.2 Antiwear additive is obtained from calculating the
12.1 A check fluid is supplied with the apparatus as a average absorbance (Abs/0.1 mm) in the measurement region
qualification test. This fluid should be run after each set of 100 between 1025 cm-1 and 960 cm-1 Abs,av(1025 to 960) and
samples to ensure that the unit remains within calibration. performing a weighted subtraction from the average baseline
absorbance (Abs/0.1 mm) in the region between 1060 cm-1 and
12.2 If this qualification test fails, the user should follow 1030 cm-1 Abs,av(1060 to 1030) as well as the region between
manufacturer’s recommendations regarding calibration and 1812 cm-1 and 1803 cm-1 Abs,av(1812 to 1803). The resulting
standardization. units of measurement are Abs/0.1 mm:
13. Conditioning Antiwear Additive 5 65 · Abs,av~ 1025 to 960!
13.1 The field apparatus does not require conditioning nor 2 8.4 · Abs,av~ 1060 to 1030!
does the sample being analyzed. 2 10.8 · Abs,av~ 1812 to 1803! @ Abs/0.1 mm# (3)
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obtained by multiplying the result by 100, yielding a result in Antiwear Additive 5 65 · ~ 0.385! 2 8.4 · ~ 0.298! 2 10.8 · ~ 0.165!
units of Abs/cm (100*Abs/0.1 mm = Abs/0.001 mm = Abs/ 5 20.7 @ Abs/0.1 mm# (7)
cm). This allows for easy-to-read numerical results in a typical
numerical range > 1 Abs/cm. The calculation is detailed as 15.1.2.3 Sulfation Example—Fig. 3 presents a schematic
follows: illustration of the calculation for the sulfation property. In this
Nitration=100 · ~ Abs ~ 1630! case, the average value of absorbance in the sulfation measure-
ment region is approximately 0.258 Abs/0.1 mm, and the
2 0.89 · Abs,av~ 1607 to 1597!
baseline averages are 0.168 Abs/0.1 mm and 0.285 Abs/0.1 mm
2 0.11 · Abs,av~ 1847 to 1837!! @ Abs/ cm# for the low and high frequency baselines, respectively. This
(5) yields a sulfation value of 11.5 Abs/0.1 mm:
15.1.1.5 Soot is calculated by measuring the absorbance of Sulfation 5 60 · ~ 0.258! 2 11 · ~ 0.285! 2 5 · ~ 0.168!
the sample at 2000 cm-1 (Abs/0.1 mm) and multiplying the 5 11.5 @ Abs/0.1 mm# (8)
result by 100, yielding a result in units of Abs/cm. This allows
for numerical results in a typical range of 0 Abs ⁄cm to 15.1.2.4 Nitration Example—Fig. 4 presents a schematic
100 Abs ⁄cm. illustration of the calculation for the nitration property. In this
15.1.2 In the following we provide examples for each of the case, the absorbance at 1630 cm-1 is 0.246 Abs/0.1 mm, and the
five (5) properties detailed in 15.1.1: baseline averages are 0.22 Abs/0.1 mm and 0.004 Abs/0.1 mm
15.1.2.1 Oxidation Example—Fig. 1 presents a schematic for the low and high frequency baselines, respectively. This
illustration of the calculation for the oxidation property. In this yields a nitration value of 5 Abs/cm:
case, the average value of absorbance in the oxidation mea-
Nitration 5 100 · ~ 0.246 2 0.89 · ~ 0.22! 2 0.11 · ~ 0.004!!
surement region is approximately 0.1216 Abs/0.1 mm, and the
baseline average is -0.005 Abs/0.1 mm. This yields an oxida- 5 5 @ Abs/cm# (9)
tion value of 16 Abs/0.1 mm:
15.1.2.5 Soot Example—Fig. 5 presents a schematic illus-
Oxidation = 130 · ~ 0.1216! 2 38.5 · ~ 2 0.005! 5 16 @ Abs/0.1 mm# tration of the calculation of soot. In this case, the absorbance at
(6) 2000 cm-1 is 0.31 Abs/0.1 mm. Multiplying this value by 100
15.1.2.2 Antiwear Additive Example—Fig. 2 presents a we obtain a soot value of 31 Abs/cm:
schematic illustration of the calculation for the antiwear Soot 5 100 · ~ 0.31! 5 31 @ Abs/cm# (10)
additive property. In this case, the average value of absorbance
in the antiwear additive measurement region is approximately 15.1.3 These methods are chosen so as to give the user a
0.385 Abs/0.1 mm, and the baseline averages are 0.298 Abs/0.1 reported value which does not rely on any spectral reference.
mm and 0.165 Abs/0.1 mm for the low and high frequency This is in keeping with the apparatus being used as a field tool.
baselines, respectively. This yields an antiwear additive value 15.1.4 Limits for each particular fluid of interest may be
of 20.7 Abs/0.1 mm: tailored considering the typical range of that particular fluid.
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16. Report ing trending analysis and setting alarm limits on in-service
16.1 Properties are calculated as described in Section 15 and lubricants is provided in Guide D7669 and Guide D7720.
reported in units as described in Table 2. 16.3 Effects of Fluid Formulation—For each measured
16.2 Trending and Alarm Limits—As defined by the user, property, the reported values as well as the trending tendencies
the apparatus will acquire, report, and log the fluid measured are in general different for each fluid type. The apparatus may
properties on a periodic basis. The user may monitor this be designed so that each fluid type may be tracked separately
trending behavior and as well set alarm limits in the apparatus with trend histories being viewed and alarm limits set on the
for each particular fluid being analyzed. Guidance on perform- apparatus per these fluid types.
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17. Precision and Bias analysis of the data; the details are given in ASTM Research
17.1 The precision of this test method is based on an Report RR:D02-2021.3
interlaboratory study conducted in 2021. Seven laboratories
tested 18 different materials. Every “test result” represents an
individual determination. Each laboratory was asked to submit 3
Supporting data have been filed at ASTM International Headquarters and may
two replicate test results, from a single operator, for each be obtained by requesting Research Report RR:D02-2021. Contact ASTM Customer
material. Practice E691 was followed for the design and Service at service@astm.org.
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17.1.1 Repeatability Limit (r)—The value below which the R 5 0.0011x 2 2 0.0464x13.2305 ~Soot! (20)
absolute difference between two individual test results obtained
where:
under repeatability conditions may be expected to occur with a
probability of approximately 0.95 (95 %). x = the average of two test results.
17.1.1.1 Repeatability limits are estimated by the equations: NOTE 1—Practice E691 does not provide a standardized methodology
to arrive at equations describing the relationship between precision versus
r 5 20.0002x 2 10.0233x10.1082 ~Oxidation! (11) level. These equations are an empirical fit of the data.
2
r 5 0.0002x 2 0.0043x10.5079 ~Nitration! (12) 17.1.3 Precision Data—Tables 3 and 4 list the precision
r 5 0.0018x 2 2 0.0895x11.4689 ~Sulfation! (13) data obtained for specific samples from the interlaboratory
study.
r 5 0.023x10.1254 ~Antiwear Additive! (14)
17.1.4 The above terms (repeatability limit and reproduc-
2
r 5 0.0003x 2 0.0074x10.2494 ~Soot! (15) ibility limit) are used as specified in Practice E177.
where: 17.1.5 Any judgment in accordance with statements 17.1.1
x = the average of two test results. and 17.1.2 would have an approximate 95 % probability of
being correct.
17.1.2 Reproducibility Limit (R)—The value below which
the absolute difference between two test results obtained under 17.2 Bias—The values obtained for each procedure in this
reproducibility conditions may be expected to occur with a test method are defined only in terms of the test method. There
probability of approximately 0.95 (95 %). has been no bias established for comparison with the FTIR test
17.1.2.1 Reproducibility limits are estimated by the equa- methods listed in 4.1.1.1.
tions:
18. Keywords
R 5 0.0004x 2 10.1442x 2 0.6922 ~Oxidation! (16)
R 5 0.003x 2 2 0.0585x12.8061 ~Nitration! (17)
18.1 antiwear additives; condition monitoring; direct trend-
ing; field-based devices; grating spectrometers; handheld de-
R 5 0.0016x 2 10.0215x10.7229 ~Sulfation! (18) vices; infrared spectroscopy; in-service fluid analysis; multi-
R 5 0.0918x10.0917 ~Antiwear Additive! (19) variate analysis; nitration; oxidation; soot; sulfation
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TABLE 4 Calculated Reproducibility (R) of Mean ILS Sample Results
Antiwear Additive Oxidation Nitration Sulfation Soot
Abs / 0.1 mm Abs / 0.1 mm Abs / cm Abs / 0.1 mm Abs / cm
ILS sample Oil Provenance
mean R mean R mean R mean R mean R
#
18 Mineral-based Steam Turbine 7.6 0.6 1.5 0.9 2.5 1.6 10.0 2.8 –6.7 3.8
11 Synthetic Hydraulic 6.8 0.6 1.3 0.4 2.6 1.6 7.0 0.9 –5.9 3.1
14 Gear - Wind Turbine 8.5 0.9 1.4 0.5 -1.0 2.4 7.3 0.9 –6.5 3.8
17 Synthetic Air Compressor 40.5 3.9 88.8 14.3 -29.6 7.8 44.6 7.9 –4.7 3.3
16 Synthetic Hydraulic 30.3 2.5 43.5 9.9 -3.1 3.7 86.0 13.5 –5.0 3.5
3 Gasoline Engine - Auto Garage 16.8 1.3 32.9 3.4 34.3 4.4 40.0 3.5 –3.7 3.5
4 Gasoline Engine - Auto Garage 16.4 1.5 18.3 1.4 5.9 4.0 21.3 1.7 –6.0 3.6
5 Gasoline Engine - Auto Garage 16.4 1.4 31.9 2.4 21.3 6.0 36.3 2.8 –4.7 3.7
Gasoline Engine - Auto Garage -
8 14.4 1.0 22.5 1.5 25.6 3.7 30.0 2.2 –5.9 3.7
High Mileage
12 Gasoline Engine - Specialised Base 29.9 2.8 55.8 11.9 5.0 3.1 85.8 14.4 –5.3 3.4
6 Diesel Engine - On Highway 16.0 1.3 10.8 0.9 -0.3 2.1 17.8 1.5 –6.6 3.2
7 Diesel Engine - On Highway 14.6 1.2 25.3 1.7 41.6 4.3 30.6 2.1 –6.0 3.8
10 Diesel Engine - Railroad 16.7 1.2 15.3 1.0 7.3 2.1 20.9 1.5 9.9 2.7
9 Diesel Engine - City Public Transit 12.3 1.5 11.2 1.2 0.4 2.3 18.2 1.4 15.4 2.8
2 Diesel Engine - City Public Transit 17.0 1.6 15.0 1.1 6.8 2.3 20.9 1.6 22.5 2.6
1 Diesel Engine - City Public Transit 17.1 1.8 14.9 1.1 6.6 1.9 21.3 1.7 36.1 3.2
Diesel Engine - City Public Transit
15 17.5 2.6 15.1 1.4 6.1 2.4 21.8 1.7 51.7 3.9
(high soot)
Diesel Engine - City Public Transit
13 17.5 3.0 14.6 1.2 5.8 2.4 21.6 1.7 66.8 5.2
(high soot)
SUMMARY OF CHANGES
Subcommittee D02.96.03 has identified the location of selected changes to this standard since the last issue
(D7889 – 13) that may impact the use of this standard. (Approved July 1, 2021.)
(1) Added Practices E177 and E691 to Section 2. (2) Replaced Section 17 with new Precision and Bias data.
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