4.1?This test method covers procedures for conducting tension and vacuum tests on metal-ceramic seals.

4.2?This test method is not to be considered as an absolute tension test for the ceramic.

4.3?This test method is suitable for quality control and research and development use.

1.1?This test method covers procedures for conducting tension and vacuum tests on metal-ceramic seals to determine the bond strength of brazed, metallized ceramics.

1.2?The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.

1.3?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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

1.4?This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.