American Society for Testing and Materials Assigned an Unique ASTM Standard to Each Steel & Metal Product for Quality Purpose
ASTM Standard Specification
Key Purposes of ASTM Standards
- Standardized Quality and Performance
- Enhanced Safety
- Uniform Testing Methods
- Global Trade Facilitation
- Consumer Confidence
ASTM Testing Requirements
Mechanical Testing
- Tensile Test
- Charpy V-Notch Impact Test
- Hardness Test
Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)
- Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
- Radiographic Testing (RT)
- Hydrostatic Testing
Check Popular ASTM Specification of Piping Material Used in Industrial Application
Applications that Use ASTM Standards
- Construction and Building Materials
- Manufacturing and Material Testing
- Aerospace and Automotive
- Consumer Products
- Medical and Healthcare
- Energy and Chemical Industries
- Textiles
Major ASTM Standards Categories
- A-F: Ferrous metals (Steel)
- B-F: Nonferrous metals (Aluminium, Copper)
- C-F: Cementitious, ceramic, concrete, and masonry materials
- D-F: Miscellaneous materials (Plastics, Petroleum, Textiles)
- E-F: Miscellaneous subjects (Fire testing, Nondestructive testing)
- F-F: End-use materials and products (Medical devices, toys)
What is the Importance of ASTM Standards?
- Standard Practice Guide
- Standard Test Method
- Terminology Standard
- Standard Classification
- Standard Specification