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Certified Reference Materials & Standards in Malaysia
Standards for spectrometry, XRF, chemical analysis, water testing and instrument calibration — from Brammer Standard and other producers, in one quotation.
Reference materials explained
What is a certified reference material?
A certified reference material (CRM) is a sample whose composition or properties have been measured carefully by its producer and stated on a certificate. Each certified value comes with an uncertainty and a statement of what it is traceable to, such as the SI units or a national metrology institute. Because the values are known, a laboratory can use the material to set up an instrument or to prove that its own results are right.
CRMs are made to match each type of sample: solid metal discs and chips for spark OES and combustion analysers, powders and pressed or fused materials for XRF, and solutions for ICP, AAS, chromatography and water testing. A material close to your own samples gives the most reliable check.
How laboratories use reference materials
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What are you testing?
Pick the category that matches your samples and method. Each one lists the producers and materials we supply.
Metal & Alloy Standards
Ferrous and non-ferrous reference materials for calibrating and checking metal analysers.
Used for: spark OES, XRF, carbon/sulphur and O/N/H analysers
XRF, Cement & Mineral Standards
Reference materials for XRF of oxides, ores, cement and other minerals.
Used for: XRF, fused-bead and pressed-pellet analysis
Chemical & Analytical Standards
Certified standard solutions and analytical standards for instrumental and wet chemistry, including TraceCERT® and Cerilliant® ranges.
Used for: ICP, AAS, chromatography and titration
Water & Environmental Standards
Quality-control standards for water, wastewater and environmental testing.
Used for: water, wastewater and environmental labs
Instrument Calibration Standards
Standards for calibrating and checking everyday lab instruments.
Used for: pH buffers, conductivity, turbidity and UV-Vis checks
Can’t find your standard?
Tell us the matrix, analytes and method — or the producer and catalogue number. We’ll check with the producer and confirm.
Dealer for Brammer Standard Company, USA
Brammer Standard produces certified reference materials for the analysis of metals and alloys — used to calibrate and verify spark OES, XRF and combustion analysers in steel, foundry and metal-processing labs.
CRM
| Element | Certified value | ± U |
|---|---|---|
| C | — | — |
| Si | — | — |
| Mn | — | — |
| Cr | — | — |
| Ni | — | — |
| Mo | — | — |
Producers we supply
Many producers, one quotation
Not listed? Ask us — we’ll check with the producer.
By industry
Reference materials for your industry
What laboratories in Malaysia most often ask us for, by sector. Not listed? Send us your matrix and method.
Also available: Whitehouse Scientific glass microsphere standards for particle sizing, sieve calibration and image analysis.
How to order
Three steps to your reference materials
Buying guide
How to choose the right reference material
Four checks before you order. Not sure? Send us your method and we’ll help.
Request a CRM quotation
The more detail you give, the faster we can match the right material. A catalogue number is ideal, but not required.
- One quotation for materials from different producers
- Availability and lead time confirmed in your quote
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FAQ
Questions about reference materials
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What is the difference between a CRM, an RM and an SRM?
A reference material (RM) has known, stable property values. A certified reference material (CRM) adds a certificate with certified values, uncertainty and traceability. “SRM” (Standard Reference Material®) is the name NIST uses for its own certified materials, though many labs use the term generally.
Do certified reference materials come with a certificate?
Yes — a CRM is issued with a certificate by its producer, showing the certified values, uncertainty and traceability. Ask us if you would like to see a sample certificate before ordering.
What does ISO 17034 mean?
ISO 17034 is the international standard for the competence of reference-material producers. Many labs accredited to ISO/IEC 17025 prefer CRMs from ISO 17034-accredited producers.
Can I order a material that is not listed on your website?
Yes. Send us the producer and catalogue number, or describe your matrix and analytes, and we will check availability with the producer.
How long does delivery take?
It depends on the producer and material. We confirm availability and lead time in your quotation.
What is metrological traceability?
It means a measured value can be linked to a stated reference, usually the SI units, through an unbroken chain of calibrations, each with a known uncertainty. A CRM certificate states what its values are traceable to, for example NIST or another national metrology institute.
Can I use a CRM after its expiry date?
Not for accredited or reported work. The producer guarantees the certified values only until the expiry or validity date on the certificate, and some solutions have a shorter life once opened. Order quantities you can use in time.
How should reference materials be stored?
Follow the storage instructions on the certificate. Keep solutions tightly closed, and refrigerated if the certificate says so, and never pour unused solution back into the bottle. Keep metal discs and chips clean and dry, and prepare their surface as the producer describes.
What is the difference between a calibration standard and a check sample?
A calibration standard sets up the instrument’s response. A check sample, ideally from a different lot or producer, is measured afterwards to confirm the calibration is right. Using a separate material for checks helps catch errors in the calibration itself.
Can you supply reference materials for SAMM-accredited laboratories?
Yes. Tell us what your accreditation requires, for example materials from an ISO 17034-accredited producer, and we will check each item with the producer before we quote.