ASTM E10 is a standard test method used to determine the Brinell hardness of metallic materials by pressing a hardened steel or carbide ball of known diameter into the surface of a test specimen. The Brinell hardness number is calculated based on the load applied and the diameter of the indentation. Read more about ASTM E10 Brinell Hardness of Metallic Materials below.
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Introduction to ASTM E10
ASTM E10 is a standard test method used to determine the Brinell hardness of metallic materials. The Brinell hardness is a measurement of the indentation hardness of a material, which is determined by the size of the indentation made by a ball indenter under a given load. This test method is widely used in industrial applications, as well as in research and development. The results obtained through this method are especially used for quality control, reliability check, performance evaluation, and specification purposes.
ASTM E10 test method is generally applicable to fully processed types of metallic materials. The final values of the procedure are stated in standard units of SI.
ASTM E10 Test Method
The test method ASTM E10 involves applying a load of up to 3000 kgf to a hardened steel or carbide ball with a diameter of 10 mm, 5 mm, or 2.5 mm onto the surface of the test specimen for a specified amount of time. The load is maintained for a specific period of time, usually between 10 to 15 seconds, and then removed. The method further proceeds as follows:
Indentation Measurement
The resulting indentation is measured using an optical microscope or a Brinell hardness tester, which provides a direct reading of the diameter of the indentation. The Brinell hardness number is calculated by dividing the applied load by the surface area of the indentation.
Creating test report
The test results are reported as the Brinell hardness number (BHN) and the test conditions, including the load, time, and ball diameter. The BHN is used to compare the relative hardness of different metallic materials or to monitor changes in hardness due to various factors, such as heat treatment, mechanical deformation, or material composition.
ASTM E10 Specimens
Specimen details
ASTM E10 test specimen is a flat surface of metallic material with appropriate dimensions.
Specimen dimensions
The acceptable specimen thickness for ASTM E10 is 0.25 inches. The specimen can be of any shape, size, or thickness as long as it is large enough to accommodate the test load and ball diameter.
Specimen preparation
Specimens are injection molded or cut from molded or extruded sheets or plates.
ASTM E10 Results
The Brinell hardness number obtained from the test method ASTM E10 provides a quantitative measure of the hardness of the metallic material. It can be used to compare the hardness of different materials or to monitor changes in the hardness of a material over time due to various factors such as heat treatment, cold working, or aging.
Tests related to ASTM E10 Test methods similar to ASTM E10 that are used for determining the hardness of metallic materials include Vickers hardness testing (ASTM E92) and Rockwell hardness testing (ASTM E18). These tests use different methods to apply the load and measure the size of the indentation, resulting in different hardness values. The Brinell hardness test is preferred for materials with coarse microstructures or materials that deform plastically before fracture.
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