ASTM E1077-14(2021)
Standard Test Methods for Estimating the Depth of Decarburization of Steel Specimens

Standard No.

ASTM E1077-14(2021)

Release Date

2021

Published By

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

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ASTM E1077-14(2021)

Scope

1.1 These test methods cover procedures for estimating the depth of decarburization of steels irrespective of the composition, matrix microstructure, or section shape. The following basic procedures may be used: 1.1.1 Screening methods. 1.1.2 Microscopical methods. 1.1.3 Microindentation hardness methods. 1.1.4 Chemical analysis methods. 1.2 In case of a dispute, the rigorous quantitative or lineal analysis method (see 7.3.5 and 7.3.6) shall be the referee method. These methods can be employed with any crosssectional shape. The chemical analytical methods generally reveal a greater depth of decarburization than the microscopical methods but are limited to certain simple shapes and by availability of equipment. These techniques are generally reserved for research studies. The microindentation hardness method is suitable for accurate measurements of hardened structures with relatively homogeneous microstructures. 1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this 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 E1077-14(2021) Referenced Document

• ASTM A941 Standard Terminology Relating to Steel, Stainless Steel, Related Alloys, and Ferroalloys*， 2024-03-01 Update
• ASTM E1951 Standard Guide for Calibrating Reticles and Light Microscope Magnifications
• ASTM E3 Standard Practice for Preparation of Metallographic Specimens
• ASTM E340 Standard Practice for Macroetching Metals and Alloys*， 2023-11-15 Update
• ASTM E350 Standard Test Methods for Chemical Analysis of Carbon Steel, Low-Alloy Steel, Silicon Electrical Steel, Ingot Iron, and Wrought Iron
• ASTM E384 Standard Test Method for Microindentation Hardness of Materials
• ASTM E407 Standard Practice for Microetching Metals and Alloys
• ASTM E415 Standard Test Method for Optical Emission Vacuum Spectrometric Analysis of Carbon and Low-Alloy Steel
• ASTM E7 Standard Terminology Relating to Metallography*， 2022-10-01 Update

ASTM E1077-14(2021) history

• 2021 ASTM E1077-14(2021) Standard Test Methods for Estimating the Depth of Decarburization of Steel Specimens
• 2014 ASTM E1077-14 Standard Test Methods for Estimating the Depth of Decarburization of Steel Specimens
• 2001 ASTM E1077-01(2005) Standard Test Methods for Estimating the Depth of Decarburization of Steel Specimens
• 2001 ASTM E1077-01e1 Standard Test Methods for Estimating the Depth of Decarburization of Steel Specimens
• 2001 ASTM E1077-01 Standard Test Methods for Estimating the Depth of Decarburization of Steel Specimens
• 1991 ASTM E1077-91(1997) Standard Test Methods for Estimating the Depth of Decarburization of Steel Specimens