What does ASTM B209 mean?

What does ASTM B209 mean?

ASTM B209-01. April 10, 2002. Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Sheet and Plate. 1.1 This specification covers aluminum and aluminum-alloy flat sheet, coiled sheet, and plate, in the alloys (Note 1) and tempers shown in Tables 2 and 3, and in the following finishes: 1.1.1 Plate…

What do the ASTM numbers mean?

ASTM specifications represent a consensus among producers, specifiers, fabricators, and users of steel mill products. ASTM’s designation system for metals consists of a letter (A for ferrous materials) followed by an arbitrary sequentially assigned number. For example, ASME-SA213 and ASTM A 213 are identical.

What is the difference between AMS and ASTM?

ASTM bar is extruded, AMS is extruded/drawn. A final product made from either ASTM or AMS bar offers identical properties (strength, corrosion resistance, etc.) to the customer. AMS bar, though more expensive (?), is better suited for precision machining.

What is ASTM B211?

ASTM B211 : Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Rolled or Cold Finished Bar, Rod, and Wire. Item.

How do you read ASTM codes?

Every ASTM standard is identified by a unique designation. It includes a capital letter (A – H), followed by a serial number ranging from one to four digits, a dash, and finally the year of issue.