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Standard Test Method for Expansion (Pin Test) of Copper and Copper-Alloy Pipe and Tubing
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Scope
1.1 This test method establishes the requirements for the expansion pin test for copper and copper-alloy pipe and tubing in sizes up to and including 4 in. (102 mm) in outside diameter.
Note 1—For tubes of sizes greater than 4 in. in outside diameter, the following flattening test, as described in the various pipe and tube specifications, is recommended as a substitute for the pin expansion test. For pipe and tubes over 4 in. in outside diameter in the annealed condition, a 4-in. long shall be cut from the end of one of the tubes. This 4-in. long sample shall be flattened so that a gage set at three times the wall thickness will pass over the pipe freely throughout the flattened part. The pipe or tube so tested shall develop no cracks or flaws visible to the unaided eye as a result of this test. In making the flattening test, the elements shall be slowly flattened by one stroke of the press.
Note 2—The term "unaided eye," as used herein, permits the use of corrective lenses necessary to obtain normal vision.
1.2 UnitsThe values stated in inch-pound units are regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information purposes only and are not considered 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 and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
Keywords
copper; copper alloy; expansion; pin test; pipe; tube; ICS Number Code 23.040.15 (Non-ferrous metal pipes)
To find similar documents by ASTM Volume:
02.01 (Copper and Copper Alloys)
To find similar documents by classification:
23.040.15 (Non-ferrous metal pipes Non-ferrous metal pipes and tubes for specific use, see 77.150)
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Document Number
ASTM-B153-91(2003)e1
Revision Level
1991 R03(E1) EDITION
Status
Superseded
Modification Type
Reapproval with Ed Change
Publication Date
Jan. 1, 2004
Document Type
Test Method
Page Count
2 pages
Committee Number
B05.06