ASTM E0436-03R21
Standard Test Method for Drop-Weight Tear Tests of Ferritic Steels
| Standard number: | ASTM E0436-03R21 |
| Released: | 01.06.2021 |
| Status: | Active |
| Pages: | 6 |
| Section: | 03.01 |
| Keywords: | brittle fracture; drop-weight tear test; ferritic steels; fracture appearance; impact loading; percent shear area; |
| ASTM number: | ASTM E436 |
| Supersedes: | E0436-03R14 |
1.1 This test method covers drop-weight tear tests (DWTT) on ferritic steels with thicknesses between 3.18 mm and 19.1 mm.
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.