ASTM B657-92(2000)
Standard Test Method for Metallographic Determination of Microstructure in Cemented Tungsten Carbides

Standard No.

ASTM B657-92(2000)

Release Date

1992

Published By

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

Status

Be replaced

Replace By

ASTM B657-05

Latest

ASTM B657-23

Scope

1.1 This test method covers apparatus and procedures for the metallographic determination of microstructures in cemented tungsten carbides.

1.2 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 and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. Precautions applying to use of hazardous laboratory chemicals should be observed for chemicals specified in Table 1.

ASTM B657-92(2000) history

• 2023 ASTM B657-23 Standard Guide for Metallographic Identification of Microstructure in Cemented Carbides
• 2018 ASTM B657-18 Standard Guide for Metallographic Identification of Microstructure in Cemented Carbides
• 2011 ASTM B657-11 Guide for Metallographic Identification of Microstructure in Cemented Carbides
• 2005 ASTM B657-05 Guide for Metallographic Identification of Microstructure in Cemented Carbides
• 1992 ASTM B657-92(2000) Standard Test Method for Metallographic Determination of Microstructure in Cemented Tungsten Carbides
• 2000 ASTM B657-92(1996)e1 Standard Test Method for Metallographic Determination of Microstructure in Cemented Tungsten Carbides