1.1 This specification covers the requirements for rod in diameters from 1⁄4 in. to 13⁄8 in. (6.4 mm to 35 mm) produced from high conductivity coppers listed in Table 1, namely, electrolytic tough-pitch, oxygen-free, or fire-refined high conductivity coppers, and are suitable for further fabrication into electrical conductors.
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.
1.3 The following safety hazards caveat pertains only to Section 13. 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.
1.4 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 B49-20 Referenced Document
ASTM B115 Standard Specification for Electrolytic Copper Cathode*, 2024-04-22 Update
ASTM B170 Standard Specification for Oxygen-Free Electrolytic Copper Refinery Shapes*, 2024-04-22 Update
ASTM B193 Standard Test Method for Resistivity of Electrical Conductor Materials