Description

Low grade copper cobalt oxide sample for geological and mining analysis.

AMIS0632 is a Certified Reference Material (CRM) produced by African Mineral Standards (AMIS). It is used as a control sample in laboratories to ensure the accuracy and precision of mineral assays.

 

Key Specifications

  • Certified Copper (Cu) Content: 0.41% (or approximately 4117–4142 ppm depending on the analytical method).
  • Certified Cobalt (Co) Content: 211 ppm.
  • Origin: The material was sourced from the Sentinel Copper Mine in Kalumbila, Zambia (ZM), which is operated by Kalumbila Minerals Limited, a subsidiary of First Quantum.
  • Matrix: This CRM is typically prepared from copper ore or tailings to match the matrix of geological samples from the region.

 

Usage and Availability

  • Purpose: Laboratories insert this standard into runs of unknown samples to monitor instrument bias and laboratory precision.
  • Purchase: It is available through suppliers like Chemical Plus for approximately R3,600.00 per 1kg unit or directly from AMIS.