scope:

This standard covers the apparatus, test specimen, and procedure for the impact testing of MIM materials.

These materials may be as-sintered, heat treated or in some other condition typical of fully processed MIM material.

The method used in this standard is the Charpy impact test.

This standard may involve hazardous materials, operations and equipment. This standard does not purport to address all of the potential safety problems associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and to determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.