SANS 1700-6-6:2003 Fasteners Part 6: Testing and acceptance inspection Section 6: Fasteners - Preloading test for the detection of hydrogen embrittlement - Parallel bearing surface method
Specifies a preloading test which is able to detect the occurence of hydrogen embrittlement of fasteners at room temperature. The test is applicable to metric bolts, screws and studs; thread rolling screws; self-tapping screws; self-drilling screws; nuts
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2003SANS 1700-6-6:2003 Fasteners Part 6: Testing and acceptance inspection Section 6: Fasteners - Preloading test for the detection of hydrogen embrittlement - Parallel bearing surface method