Introduction to ASTM B230
ASTM B230 covers 1350-H19, exceptionally hard aluminum round wire for electrical applications. It is necessary to treat the values given in either inch-pound or SI units as separate standards. MaTestLab is one of the best testing service providers, with the best network of testing laboratories in the USA to carry out ASTM B230 tests for our clients. Each system should be used independently of the other because their values differ. Combining values from the two systems may result in specification nonconformance. Temperature, resistivity, and density values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard.
ASTM B230 Test Method
| Diameter Measurement | With a micrometer caliper graded at 0.0001-in. increments, the diameter of each specimen is determined. |
| Finishing | Using only one eye, a visual surface finish assessment is carried out. |
| Tensile strength and elongation measurement | The highest load that the tensile specimen can withstand is divided by the specimen’s initial cross-sectional area to determine the tensile strength.Elongation is the percentage increase in the length of the tensile test specimen, measured between gage markings initially placed on the specimen 10 in. [250 mm] apart. |
ASTM B230 Test Specimen
| Specimen Detail | One test specimen from each of the four production units is obtained. |
| Specimen Size | The wire’s diameter is specified in inches, preferably less than 0.0001 inches. |
ASTM B230 Test Result
In conclusion, the aluminum 1350-H19 wire specified in the ASTM B230 specification offers comprehensive instructions for use in electrical applications. This specification guarantees the wire’s quality and appropriateness for electrical applications by formulating precise specifications for its composition, size, and mechanical attributes. Adherence to these standards is essential to keeping aluminum 1350-H19 wire performing reliably and effectively in a variety of electrical systems and applications.
ASTM B230 Related Tests
ASTM B230 is related to tests including ASTM B193 for the method for testing electrically conducting materials’ resistivity, ASTM B233 for conditions for electrical uses of aluminum 1350 drawing stock, and ASTM B354 for metallic uninsulated electrical conductors.
