ASTM G38-01(2021) PDF

Scope: 1.1 This practice covers the essential features of the design and machining, and procedures for stressing, exposing, and inspecting C-ring type of stress-corrosion test specimens. An analysis is given of the state and distribution of stress in the C-ring. 1.2 Specific considerations relating to the sampling process and to the selection of appropriate test environments are outside the scope of this practice. 1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses after SI units are provided for information only and are not considered standard. 1.4 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. 1.5 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

ASTM G38-01(2021) history

2021 ASTM G38-01(2021) Standard Practice for Making and Using C-Ring Stress-Corrosion Test Specimens
2001 ASTM G38-01(2013) Standard Practice for Making and Using C-Ring Stress-Corrosion Test Specimens
2001 ASTM G38-01(2007) Standard Practice for Making and Using C-Ring Stress-Corrosion Test Specimens
2001 ASTM G38-01 Standard Practice for Making and Using C-Ring Stress-Corrosion Test Specimens
1973 ASTM G38-73(1995)E1 Standard Practice for Making and Using C-Ring Stress-Corrosion Test Specimens