ASTM B886-98 - 10.5.1998
 
1. Scope

1.1 This test method covers the determination of magnetic saturation (Ms) of cemented carbide powder materials and sintered products using magnetic saturation induction test instrumentation.

1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard.

This standard does not purport to address all of the safety problems, 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

B243-26a

Standard Terminology of Powder Metallurgy (Includes all amendments and changes 6/8/2026).

E177-26a

Standard Practice for Use of the Terms Precision and Bias in ASTM Test Methods (Includes all amendments and changes 5/14/2026).

A340-23a

Standard Terminology of Symbols and Definitions Relating to Magnetic Testing (Includes all amendments and changes 12/19/2023).

E1316-26c

Standard Terminology for Nondestructive Examinations (Includes all amendments and changes 9/22/2026).

E691-23

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