This part of ISO 6506 specifies the method for the Brinell hardness test for metallic materials and is applicable up to the limit of 650 HBW:For specific materials and/or products, particular International Standards exist (i. e. ISO 4498-1).
DS/EN ISO 6506-1:2006 history
2006DS/EN ISO 6506-1:2006 Metallic materials - Brinell hardness test - Part 1: Test method