Standard Test Method for Conducting Drop-Weight Test to Determine Nil-Ductility Transition Temperature of Ferritic Steels

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English

Published date

09-02-2023

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American Society for Testing and Materials

1.1This test method covers the determination of the nil-ductility transition (NDT) temperature of ferritic steels, ⁵/₈in. (15.9 mm) and thicker.

1.2This test method may be used whenever the inquiry, contract, order, or specification states that the steels are subject to fracture toughness requirements as determined by the drop-weight test.

1.3The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.

1.4This 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.

1.5This 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.

Committee	E 28
DocumentType	Test Method
Pages	13
ProductNote	ε1 NOTE—Footnote 2 was editorially corrected in February 2023.
PublisherName	American Society for Testing and Materials
Status	Current
Supersedes	ASTM E 208 : 2020

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