BS ISO 16630:2017

This standard BS ISO 16630:2017 Metallic materials. Sheet and strip. Hole expanding test is classified in these ICS categories:

• 77.040.10 Mechanical testing of metals

This document describes a method of determining the hole expansion ratio in metallic sheets and strips with a thickness range of 1,2 mm to 6,0 mm inclusive and a width of at least 90 mm.

NOTE This test is normally applicable to sheet metal and is used to assess the suitability of the product for forming flanges.