ASTM A513-20: Mechanical Tubing Standard Specification
Electrical resistance is often thought of as how easily electricity can flow through a specific material. Georg Ohm, a German physicist, is best known for…
ASTM A313-18: Standard Specification for Stainless Steel Spring Wire
While it is more difficult to pinpoint who invented steel, Harry Brearley is often credited with the finding of stainless steel. In 1913, while working…
ASTM B117-19: Standard Practice for Operating Salt Spray (Fog) Apparatus
Even the most durable or permanent items can at some point deteriorate. That doesn’t mean these qualities should be ignored. However, the ability to remain…
ASTM D395-18: Standard Test Methods For Rubber Property—Compression Set
Rubber is often used in areas where it must withstand stress. In order to assure rubber will do its job correctly, tests are always helpful….
ASTM F2413-24: Performance Requirements For Protective (Safety) Toe Cap Footwear
Wearing the appropriate attire for a job can be critical depending on the work setting. Perhaps footwear isn’t always the first consideration when it comes…
ASTM 228/A228M-18: Standard for Steel Wire, Music Spring Quality
ASTM 228/A228M-18: Standard for Steel Wire, Music Spring Quality has been released. Pianos and window springs—they have more in common than one might think. Before…
ASTM F2412-24: Standard Test Methods for Foot Protection
Pulling a brand new pair of boots out of a cardboard box can be an intoxicating experience. Each step of the process produces its own…
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Thermocouples: Calibration Tables, Types, Specifications, and Standards
When two dissimilar metals are joined at two junctions, they generate what is known as an electromotive force (emf). This emf arises due to varying…
ASTM D882-18: Standard Test Method for Tensile Properties of Thin Plastic Sheeting
Bend don’t break. It’s a phrase used in many walks of life. The defense of a football team that gives up yards but doesn’t allow…