ASTM B887-98

ASTM B887-98 - 10.5.1998

1. Scope

1.1 This test method covers the determination of magnetization coercivity (Hcs) of cemented carbide materials and products using coercive force instrumentation. It is patterned after ISO 3326.

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

ISO 3326	Hardmetals - Determination of (the Magnetization) Coercivity
A340-23a	Standard Terminology of Symbols and Definitions Relating to Magnetic Testing (Includes all amendments and changes 12/19/2023).
E691-23	Standard Practice for Conducting an Interlaboratory Study to Determine the Precision of a Test Method
E177-26a	Standard Practice for Use of the Terms Precision and Bias in ASTM Test Methods (Includes all amendments and changes 5/14/2026).
B243-26a	Standard Terminology of Powder Metallurgy (Includes all amendments and changes 6/8/2026).