scope:

This standard covers the apparatus, test specimens and procedures for the radial crush testing of PM materials. This is a destructive test using a hollow, cylindrical specimen.

The test as described and specified herein is applicable only to materials of negligible ductility. If applied to a material showing noticeable plastic deformation before fracture, the test results should be used only for comparison of similar materials.

With the exception of density, for which g/cm³ is the industry standard, this standard uses inch-pound units. Values in SI units are shown in parentheses and result from conversion from IEEE/ASTM Standard SI 10. They may be approximate and are only for information.

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.