This document specifies temperature tests at low temperatures, generally referred to as cold tests , that are applicable to non-heat-dissipating and heat-dissipating specimens, to determine the ability of components, equipment, or other articles to be used, transported or stored at low temperature. This document is applicable to energized as well as not energized specimens, that normally achieve temperature stability during the test. The specimens can be packed or unpacked in the test. This document does not specify tests to determine the impact of temperature changes on specimens.