ASTM B557M-02a - 10.10.2002
 
1. Scope

1.1 These test methods cover the tension testing of wrought and cast aluminum- and magnesium-alloy products, excepting aluminum foil.

Note 1—These metric test methods are the equivalents of those in Test Methods B 557, and are compatible in technical content except for the requirement of longer gage lengths for round specimens.

Note 2—Exceptions to the provisions of these test methods may need to be made in individual specifications or test methods for a particular material.

1.2 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

 
2. Referenced Documents

E6-25

Standard Terminology Relating to Methods of Mechanical Testing

B209-14

Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Sheet and Plate

E8M-04

Standard Test Methods for Tension Testing of Metallic Materials [Metric] (Withdrawn 2008)

E29-22

Standard Practice for Using Significant Digits in Test Data to Determine Conformance with Specifications

E83-25

Standard Practice for Calibration, Verification, and Classification of Extensometer Systems

E4-24

Standard Practices for Force Calibration and Verification of Testing Machines

E345-24a

Standard Test Methods of Tension Testing of Metallic Foil (Includes all amendments and changes 9/11/2024).

E1012-19

Standard Practice for Verification of Testing Frame and Specimen Alignment Under Tensile and Compressive Axial Force Application

E691-23

Standard Practice for Conducting an Interlaboratory Study to Determine the Precision of a Test Method