43 CFR § 3175.116 - Composite sampling methods.

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title: "43 CFR § 3175.116 - Composite sampling methods."
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title_name: "Public Lands: Interior"
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section_name: "Composite sampling methods."
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# 3175.116 Composite sampling methods.

(a) Composite samplers must be flow-proportional.

(b) Samples must be collected using a positive-displacement pump.

(c) Sample cylinders must be sized to ensure the cylinder capacity is not exceeded within the normal collection frequency.