Designation: F 2328 - 05 Standard Test Method for Determining Decarburization and Carburization in Hardened and Tempered Threaded Steel Bolts, Screws and Studs" “tis dank sist under he fed designation F208 he umber ines lowing he dvgnation ibe Yt This anda cf eis yo lat srs A mamber in pron aes he er ft earn § coe ttn) nica a eda change since the ls revision rages 1. Scope LL This test method covers procedures for measuring, classifying. and determining the presence of decarburization fand carburization in the threaded section of hardened and tempered inch series ste! bolts, sews, studs, and simitar parts Avhich have been heated t facilitate fabrication or wo modify its rechanical properties. This test method is not intended (0 [dress products which are intentionally carburized to achieve specific results 12 Two routine methods are described for measuring the limits of and determining the presence of decarburization oF carburization —the optical method and the mieroindentation fhethod 1, Either method is appropriate for routine examina tions, The microindentation method 2 shall be considered the referee method, 13 For the purpose of these tests, there are three classes of hardened and. tempered steel products for which specific measurements must be made with respect to their physical properties. 1's This standard does not purport to address all of the safery concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard 10 establish appro priate safety and health practices and determine the applica bility of regulatory limitations prior t0 se 2. Referenced Documents 2.41 ASTM Standards: * E } Practice for Preparation of Metallographic Specimens E384 Test Method for Microindentation Hardness of Ma terials F 1789 Terminology for F16 Mechanical Fasteners 3. Terminology 3. Definitions: This tet metho! is ander the jason of ASTM Commits FI6 on anon sd sth ist responsiblity of Subcommite F601 on Test Matos Seeeaiion approved May. 1. 2008, Published May 2008, Originally approved in 2008, Last previous eiion approved in 2008 as F 2328-08 po referenced ASTM sandals, vit the ASTM website, WW aR. contact STAY Cntones Service at service asim.rg, Foe Ania Book of ASTM Sree veume Information refer to he samdad's Daa Sonny Be the ASTAE website ALLL carburization—process or result of increasing the carbon content of the surface layers of the steel fastener product. 3.1.2 decarburization—in accordance with Terminology F 1789, is a loss of carbon from the surface layer of the fastener, normally associated with heat treatment LLY gross decarburization—also known as complete de- carburization, is characterized by a sufficient carbon toss to ‘show only clearly defined ferrite grains. Tad partial decarburization—characterized as a loss of carbon sulficieat to cause a lighter shade of tempered marten site than that of the immediately adjacent hase metal, but as hreing of insufficient cathon loss to show clearly defined ferrite grains. 4. Significance and Use 4.1 Devarburization and carburization are two surface con ditions created, either intentionally or unintentionally, as with fa pre-existing condition ereated during the rod rolling process the rod/wite annealing process, or while heat treating threaded steel products. Too much of either will adversely affect the Safely and performance of the threaded product. Therefore, Timity have boen established for three different product groups: the harder and greater the tensile strength of the product the more susceptible to failure the product becomes if these limits are excecied. “2. When testing to a pasticular product specification that lists the dimeasions and microindentation data to be used, that data shall take precedence over the tables inthis test method. 14.3. There are only two viable methods available to detect thece deficiencies, either by the visual method or the ricroit entation method, Both methods are used for routine inspec” tions when evaluations are conducted ata single location on the product sample. “4.1 Because an evaluation at a specific location may not be representative of the whole part, the referee method em: Floys the microindentation method taken as an average of Evaluations conducted on four adjacent threads. This procedure Sipniicantly reduces the random test variables when compare to testing on a single thread. vutu @AST manana 108 YserBne PO Box C70. Wei Crane PA 42050, Utd SaneMy F 2328 - 05 44 Specifying this test method does not specify or imply that testing shall be for either decarburization or carburizatio Sone of for both conditions. When either test method is performed, both conditions will be apparent and shall be Feported. For example, if an order is placed 10 test for {fearhurization and none is found, but the presence of earbur- faation is detected, it shall be reported on the test report that carburization was found 5, Class of Decarburization 5.1 Class Determination—These measurements by Class are predicated upon their relationship between the height (H) of, the extemal thread at its maximum boundary, disregarding any surface coating. and N, which is the minimum thread height in the non-decarburized zone (see Figs. 1-3). The dimensions for Nand H are listed in Table 2 for each Class. Dimension G (fable | and Fig, 1) represents the maximum depth of gross oF complete decarburization. Non: 1—Refet othe product standard fr specific requirements. When simity are not specified use Table I as a suggesed rlerence. 6, Preparation 6.1 ‘The use of cither the optical or mieroindentation method requires the finished product to be longitudinally cross: ectioned, approximately through the threaded axis, and Mounted for grinding and polishing in any suitable medium ‘which will provide edge retention of the specimen. This shall be peeformed in accordance with good metallographie practice See Practice F.3. 7. Evaluation by the Optical Method 7.4 Eich the mounted specimen (Section 6) in a 2 10 4% rita of picral solution to exhibit the microstructure, Examine the specimen at 100% magnification using a method capable of measuring distances to at least 0.001 in. resolution, The width fof any light-etching band of martensite defines the depth of Gecarburization, Compare the image with Fig. 1 for the maximum limits for G by taking a measurement on a ine perpendicular to the flank of the thread midway between the thread crest and root (pitch diameter). 7.2 Interpretation of Results: 72.1 Allowable limits for partial decarburization shall be in ‘accordance with 3.1.4 and Fig. 1, nd the measured values shall be in accordance with Table 2, when measured in accordance with the illustrations in Figs. 2 and 3. "7.2.2 Allowable limits for gross decarburization (G) shal be in accordance with 3.1.3 and the measured values as defined in Table 1. The optical method is the only valid method for 4 evaluating the depth of gross decarburization, Gross decarbut- jaation is prohibited in Class 3 products. "7.2.3 Carburization is identified when the tempered marten site is a darker shade than the immediately adjacent base metal If visible evidence of surface carburization is present on the surface zone, the microindentation method, in accordance with Section 8, shall be used. 7.2.4 The optical method may not be appropriate for speci- mens with certain coatings, such as zine. where the coating can iffect the etching process and distort the appearance of the base material microstructure, These coatings shall be removed prior to mounting if the coating prevents proper etching, Care must ‘also be exercised t0 not alter the surface condition of the substrate during the coating removal process. 7.2.5 If the results of the optical method indicate a possible nonconformance in the measurement of partial decarburization fr cathurization, or are otherwise inconclusive, the microin~ entation method (Seetion 8) shall be performed after the specimens are repolished. 8. Evaluation by the Microindentation Hardness Method 8.1 Prepare the sample in accordance with Section 6 and perform measurements in accordance with Test Method & 384 fon polished and unetched specimens. Use either a Vickers (136°) indenter oF a Knoop indenter with the following load requirements: ” oad ends par te iene OH) Viens OY) Tose than #0 0 of 3009 40 trough 48 200 of, 2009 Greater man 8 og 100 i 7 Ligtaroads shat be used # he 929 of he par waar 8.2 Routine Decarburization/Carburisation Test Method I—-Measurement 8.2.1 Determine the base metal hardness (Position 1) that is rear the intersection of a plane at the thread root diameter and ‘perpendicular line bisecting the thread crest. Measurement at Position 2 is taken on the same thread crest bisector line from Position | to-an approximate distance N as determined in Table 2, and as specified by the product classification or product specification. See Figs. 2 and 3 8.2.2 For Class 1 and 2 products, Position 3 hardness shall ‘be measured at a depth of 0.005 in. from the thread flank at an approximate distance of H/2 as measured from the plane ofthe thread root diameter (Fig. 2). 8.2.3 For Class 3 products, Position 3 hardness shall be measured at an approximate depth of 0.003 in, from the thread [CD SROSS DECARBURIZATION (Sometimes called complete decarburization) - PARTIAL DECARBURIZATION {M)- BASE METAL FIG. 1 Decarburization Zones. a7“Sea Fgue + Decarburization 0.008 in ROOT DIAMETER wiz WY Carb ion FIG. 2 Position for Microindentation Measurements DECARBI 01h FIG. 3 Microindentation Mea: TABLE 1 Classes of Decarburization: Guide Cae NGnax Tyneal Ppoicatons 1 ve _00006im, For heat vested prodits which have fanaa ‘eng upto 120.000 ps and rose with a ‘Spoctod minum tensie strength of 120000 por a hardness ange of 2410 24 HRC, or oth, 2% 0.0008in. For produc wih arin tons sbongth (of 150000 sto haces range of 3 to 9 HRC, o° bom YH none pormited. For producs wih a minimum trae strength 91 170C00 ps ors minum sported farsnass of 37 HAC. or bol flank at an approximate distance of H/2, as measured from the plane of the thread root diameter (Fig. 9) 8.24 Position 3 readings shall be taken on the same or adjacent thread and at the same time as the readings at Positions | and 2 using the same hardness scale. The long axis, ‘of the Knoop indenter shall be aligned approximately parallel with the thread pitch angle at Position 3. 8.3 Interpretation of Results: 8.3.1 A decrease of more than 30 hardness points of either HK or HV between Position I to Position 2 indicates excessive URIZATION PITCH LINE surements for Class 3 Products arburization and that the part does not conform to the ion. IF a nonconformance is indicated, proceed 10 Referee Test Method in 8.4 for verification. 8.32 An increase of more than 30 hardness poiats of either HK or HV between Position I to Position 3 shall be regarded as excessive carburization and the part does not conform tothe specification. If a nonconformance is indicated, proceed 10 Referee Test Method in 8.5 for verification, 84 Decarburization Referce Test Method 2—Measurement: 8.4.1 Determine the base metal hardness as in 8.2.1 by taking the average of al Position | and Position 2 readings, 2 first measured during the routine test, and then on three additional adjacent threads. Determine the condition of the specimen by subtracting the average reading noted at Position 2 from the average reading noted at Position 1, in accordance with 8.3.1 8.4.2 Interpretation of Results—It the average of the fost readings indicates a decrease of more than 30 points of eithet HK ot HV from Position | to Position 2, the part does at conform to the specification limit 85 Carburization Referee Test Method 2—Measurement: ass‘TABLE 2 Decarburization Limits per Classification 8.5.1 Determine the base metal hardness asin 8.2.1. 8.2.2 oF .2:2:as appropriate, by taking the average of all Postion 1 and ‘Nore—All values shown are in inches. i ee Position 2 readings, as first measured during the routine test rease T ee Three additional adjacent threads. Determine the Met Gag Gansta Re trie TG cag —Gag® GigE condition of espera reading conto ion fiom the average reading noted at Postion See a 8H : aay) yan dined n8.32 The a evidence it FN Giz etieaton I te average af the four easing leas ® os KF Sora 80m piive vale 9019 x x oot 0.002 Pes 200k gg Sue 8g 8.52 ttrreztion of Rest a four gue 90 oy 9aa8 08 readings indicates an increase of more than 30 points of either et a Ra Sc 3, the part does not Boor Go Sa SER Game conform the cahariztin specication ink coe 6018 Gases 8ame gt CO Gost ase 8008 ; : 0.051 0.026 0.0% 0.038, 0.005 9, Precision and Bias et Ld eos ome 0.008 9.1 Precision and bias evaluations have not been conducted aoe Oat Oey a8 : see; Set Bey SESE fr ths test met When sh dts valale, a precision fos; ote OU} Gape ad bias section wil be aed. gary 000 Goes cose Bate ome ae Ose corr Bn 0123 0062 082 oe = 0.012 10. Keywords SH SEBS 10 can cor nr docarburiea tion; gross decarburization, HK; HV: Knoops, microindenta For uss 3 pede ony in tear tion; partial decarburizaton; tempered martensite; Vickers eres ‘grat rasratra tes 0 psn respec he ato any ptt ae asin me re menioned ASIN arta degen advan fat Sao Pe aRAY 0 2 PE MS "yn ne sk i art of such rs, are entry the own responsi staat sutton at yey te espns ei mee eT A gh ua yous and cn ar or raapproveg or wnraun. 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Seope 1.1 This test method covers procedures for measuring. classifying, and determining the presence of decarburization ‘and carburization in the threaded section of hardened and tempered metric steel bolls, screws, studs, and similar pars ‘which have been heated to facilitate fabrication or to modity its ‘mechanical properties, This test method is not intended to address products which are intentionally carburized to achieve specific results, 1.2 Two routine methods are described for measuring the limits of and determining the presence of decarhurization or carburization: the Optical Method and the Microindentation Method 1. Either method is appropriate for routine examina- tions. The Microindentation Method 2 shall be considered the referee method. 1.3 For the purpose of the hardened and tempered steel products for which specific measurements must be made with respect to their physical properties. 14 The values stated in St units are to be regarded as standard, No other units of measurement are included in this standard 1.5 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 appro- priate safety and health practices and determine the applica bility of regulatory limitations prior t0 use. 2, Referenced Documents 2.1 ASTM Standards: * "This tet method is under the jugdcton of ASTM Commitee FI6 on asenrs andi the et responsi ofSubconmie F501 on Tex Methods Curren eon approved Oct. I, 2007. Published Octobe 2007. Originally spproved in 20 Lax previous eon approved it 2008 as F2328M -08 "or efreced ASTM stndads, isthe ASTM website, warwasimorg onic! ASTM Customer Serie at service@autn.org. Foe Arua Book of ASTM ‘Stor vlure information, eet he standards Document Suenmary Page On| the ASTM website Ccennsst © ASTM wtrahos, 180 ar ator Dre, PO Sox C70, Was Constante, PA 19422-2959, Unt A5ST4M Speciti Screws (Metric) E3 Guide for Preparation of Metallographic Specimens E 384 Test Method for Microindentation Hardness of Ma terials F 835M Specification for Alloy Steel Socket Button an. Flat Countersunk Head Cap Screws (Metric) F 912M Specification for Alloy Steel Socket Set Screw: [Metric] F 1789 Terminology for F16 Mechanical Fasteners tion for Alloy Steet Socket-Head Cay 31 Definitions: 3.1.1 carburication—process or result of increasing th, carbon content of the surface layers of the steel fastene product. 3.1.2 decarburization—in accordance with Terminology F 1789, is a loss of carbon from the surface layer of th. fastener, normally associated with heat treatment. 3.1.3 gross decarburization—also known as complete de: carburization, is characterized by a sufficient carbon loss t show only clearly defined ferrite grains 314 partial decarburization—characterized as a loss of carbon sufficient to cause a lighter shade of tempered marten site than that of the immediately adjacent base metal, but a> being of insufficient earbon loss to show clearly defined ferrite rains. 4. Significance and Use 4.1 Decarburization and carburization are two surface con: ditions created, either intentionally or unintentionally. a5 with a pre-existing condition created during the rod rolling process. the rod/wire annealing process, or while heat treating threaded steel products. Too much of either will adversely affect the safety and performance of the threaded product. Therefore limits have been established for four different product groups: the harder and greater the tensile strength of the product, the more susceptible to failure the product becomes if these limits are exceeded. 1250When testing to a particular product specification that ind microindentation data to be used, that fence over the tables in this test method, 2 ere are only two viable methods avaiable 0 detect A seficiencis: either by the visual method or the microin- tation method. Both methods are vse fr routine ines wtpen evaluations are conducted ata single locaton on the sr sample. Because an evaluation at a specific location be representative ofthe whole pat the referee meth Ba) the mieroindentation method taken a on average of erations conducted on four adjacent trends. This procedure erica redoces random est variables when compared (0 feating on a single thread wi specifying this test method does not specify or imply shot testing shall be for either decarburization o carburization Jone oF for both conditions. When either test method is Setermed, both conditions will be apparent and shat he Petrrted. For example, if an order is placed to test for srparburzation and none is found but the presence of decar tecration is detected, it shall be reported on the test report that carburization was found. 42 the dimensions a shall take preced: 5, Class of Decarburi 5:1 Class Determination—These measurements, by Class arc predicated upon thee relationship between the height (H) of the external thread at its maximum boundary, distegarding any Savface coating, and N, which i the minimum thread height in the non-decarhurized zone (see Figs, 1-3). The dimensions for Nand Hare listed in Table 2 for each Class, Dimension G {Table 1 and Fig, 1) represents the maximum depth of gress oF complete decarburization, Refer tothe product standard for specific requirements. When jegested reference ort 1 timitg are not specified. use Table F a8. a8 6, Preparation 6.1 The use of either the optical ot microindentation hard- nese method requires the finished product to be longitudinally reece sectioned. approximately through the threaded axis. and creonted for grinding and polishing in any suitable medium wrhich will provide edge retention ofthe specimen. This shall te performed in accordance with good metallographic practice See Practice E 3. 7, Evaluation by the Optical Method 7.1 Etch the mounted specimen (Section nital or picral solution to exhibit the microstructur the specimen at 100) measuring distances t of any light-etching band of 6)ina 204% we, Examine XX magnification using a method capable of 10 at feast 0.001 in. resolution. The width martensite defines the depth of (Gy F 220M -07 ecarburization, Compare the image with Fig. | for the ceximum limits for G by taking a measurement on a line perpendicular to the flank of the thread midway Petween the thread crest and root (pitch diameter) 1.2 Interpretation of Results 712. Allowable limits for partial decarburization shal be in accordance with 3.1.4 and Fig. 1,and the measured values shall bein accordance with Table 2, when measured in accordance ‘with the illustrations in Figs. 2 and 3. 72.2 Allowable limits for gross decarburization (G) shall be in accordance with 3.1.3 and the measured values as defined in Table 1. The optical method is the only valid method for evaluating the depth of gross decarburization. Gross decarbur- ination is probibited in Class 3 and Class 4 products, "7.2.3 Carburization is identified when the tempered marten- site is darker shade than the immediately adjacent base metal If visible evidence of surface carburization is present on the surface zone, the microindentation hardness method, in accor dance with Section 8, shall be used. 7.2.4 The optical method may not be appropriate for speci- ‘mens with certain coatings, such as zinc, where the coating can affzet the etching process and distort the appearance of the base material microstructure, These coatings shall be removed prior to mounting if the coating prevents proper etching. Care must liso be exercised to not alter the surface condition of the Substrate during the coating removal process. 7.2.5 If the results of the optical method indicate a possible rnoneonformance in the measurement of partial decarburization aeearburization, oF are otherwise inconclusive, the microin- Semtation hardness method (Section 8) shall be performed after the specimens are repolished. 8, Evaluation by the Microindentation Hardness Method 8.1 Prepare the sample in accordance with Section 6 and perform measurements in accordance with Test Method E 38% tn polished and unetched specimens. Use either 2-Viekers (136°) indenter oF a Knoop indenter with the following load requirements: Loa ‘Trvead Pie mn Wooen Vener OO ver 080 00g Og 4s tvough 060 2009 2009 tose man 085 toast feo gt pits eads shalibe used te size ol te par warrants 82 Routine Decarburication/Carburication Test Method Measurement: 8.2.1 Determine the base metal ‘eat the intersection of a plane at the tl 1 hardness (Position 1) that is thread root diameter and _GROSS DECARBURIZATION (Sometimes called complete decarburization) ES - PARTIAL DECARBURIZATION {DBASE METAL a FIG. 1 Decarburization Zones 1251see Figure Decarburization W 0.12 mm ROOT OAMETER Carburization FIG. 2 Position for Microindantation Measurements DECARBURIZATION FIG. 3 Microindentation Measurements for Class 3 Products| ‘TABLE 1 Classes of Decarburization: Guide Tass Gran Tp Appears Te O15 mm For heal Poaed products which have forse “Strengths up fa 690 MPa are those witha Speci minum tnsie song of 890, HPs ora hargnese range of 2410 34 HAC, oreo 2 WHE 0015 mm Forpreducts wih a minima fnsie strength “of fo40 Wea ora hardness rang of 3310 39 HAC, or bt {YH none permed. For products witha miimum trae strength “31200 MPa or ames speciad farses of 37 HAC. or both {YH none pemited For products wih a receased socket sve ofa enim enalaseangt of 980 MPa, a Spec hardness range win 28 059 FAC or manutacucas 0 the ASTM texutomnes of Specteatons A STAM, Fs or 9124, or both 1 perpendicular line bisecting the thread crest. Measurement at Position 2 is taken on the same thread crest bisector line from Position | to an approximate distance N as determined in Table 2 and as specified by the product classification or product specification. See Figs. 2 and 3 122 82.2 For Class 1 and 2 products, Position 3 hardness shal be measured ata depth of 0.12 mm fom the thread lank at an approximate distance of H2 as measueed from the plane ofthe thread root diameter (Fig. 2 12.3 For Class 3 and Class 4 products, Position 3 hardness shall be measured at an approximate depth of 0.08 mm from the thread flank at an approximate distance of H/2 as measured from the plane ofthe theead root diameter (Fig. 3) 224 Additionally, Clas 4 products shall have. fourth measurement taken in the tread root ata depth of 01h. S3= Table 2 and Fig. 3 18255 Position 3 readings and those described in 8.2.4 shall te taken on the same or adjacent thread and a the same ti 2 the readings at postions 1 and 2 using the same hardness Seale. The long axis of the Knoop indenter shall be aligns approximately parallel with the thread pitch angle at Psiion + 8.3 Interpretation of Results: 8.31 A decrease of more than 30 hardness points of ihe HK or HV between Postion I 1 Postion 2 indicates exe=5S¢ decarburization and that the part does not conform # Specification. If a nonconformance is indicated, proceed "° tefeee test method in 8 for verifiation.fly F 232m - 07 ‘TABLE 2 Decarburization Limits per Classification [Nort Al values shown are in millimetres. Teed Treas Gass 1 Tans? Casss Tees Tread oe och, P Hoist Hexead, Hox Hes Hox Head, Sa Head Height Foot cy Hee Ne) (oe) Nine) Noni) Hem (om) 03s ‘0202 030 019 035 40 02% or 038 oa? as 0282 0x3 0x7 02 080 207 03s 019 022 080 0368 218 024 027 070 0429 oat 028 ose ose azo oka 080 oat oat 033 os 0268 ast Bo 100 ber 030 oat a6 460 sis 0st 425 0767 038 ost osrs o7er oor? 150 20 as det 8600 0920 2092 175 tore ost or 805 sore 0107 200 127 ost 082 0820 iz e123 280 636 o7 102 484 1504 0183 300 4840 002 123 +360 1040 184 350 2iar 107 33 ts10 2aar oats 400 2ast 123 a6 bet 24s 0248 430 2701 zor 261 0276 500 3.068 2201 ‘068 e207 For Gass 4 procct ony in elrence FS 8.3.2 Am increase of more than 30 hardness points of either HK of HV between Position 1 to Position 3 shall be regarded 1s excessive carburization and the part does not conform to the Specification, If a nonconformance is indicated, proceed to referee test method in 8.5 for verification 84 Decarburization Referee Test Method 2—Measurement: B41 Determine the base metal hardness as in 8.2.1 by taking the average of all Position 1 and Position 2 readings. as first measured during the routine test, and then on three ‘additional adjacent threads. Determine the condition of the Specimen by subiracting the average reading noted at Position 2 from the average reading noted at Position 1, in accordance with 8.31, 84.2 Interpretation of Results—H¥ the average of the four readings indicates a decrease of more than 30 points of either HK ot HV from Position | 10 Position 2, the part does not conform to the specification limit 8.3 Carburization Referee Test Method 2—Measurement 851 Determine the base metal hardness as in 8.2.1, 8.2.2, ‘or 82.3, as appropriate, by taking the average of all Position | fand Position 3 readings, as first measured during the routine ASTM internaonal takes no pasion respecting the vay in tis tare Users vs standard ae eres) test and then on three additional adjacent threads, Determine the condition of the specimen by subtracting the average reading noted at Position | from the average reading noted at Position 3, as defined in 8.3.2. The threaded section will give evidence of carburization if the average of the four readings indicates a positive value. 185.2 Interpretation of Results—If the average of the four readings indicates an increase of more than 30 points of ether HV of HK from Position 1 to Position 3, the part does not conform to the carburization specification Timi. 9, Precision and Bias {9.1 Precision and bias evaluations have not been conducted for this test method. When such data is available, a precision and bias section will be added. 10, Keywords 10.1 carburization; complete decarburization; decarburiza- tion; gross decarburization; HK; HV; Knoop, microindenta- tion; partial decar tempered martensite; Vickers ot any puter rights asserted in connection wth any tem mentonsd ro Sclemnnation of he way of ary such patent hs, andthe ek ia savant of such rps are entre Der own responsi. responstye fetal mate your wows known sd must be reviewed evry fe yar and ads stor orf eaaonal tana carellconadereton ata mecting of te ot receved 9a hearing you should ‘rie tana copyed ty ASTM entra 100 Bar Hato ive, POBox C70, est Coshclen o% He is Randal coer orrnt ange or atte copes) of stars may be ctaied by colactad #574 Se Soe oie ee B10882-9508 (prone), 61832-9585 (ax forme asim om) MS Soeaaim on) femal); of wrough the ASTM website 1283