This standard specifies the conditions for micro-Vickers hardness testing of precious metal materials, correction of measurement deviations and methods of expressing test results. This standard is suitable for micro-Vickers hardness testing of precious metals and their alloy wires, plates and strips used in aerospace. Other metal materials can also be used with reference.
HB 5340-1989 history
1989HB 5340-1989 Test method for micro-Vickers hardness of precious metals and their alloys for aviation