ASTM A854/A854M-08(2022)

Annotation of standard text ASTM A854/A854M-08(2022) :

This specification covers metallic-coated steel smooth high-tensile fence and trellis wire. Two types of coatings are covered; Type 1, which are zinc-coated, and Type II, which are zinc-5% aluminum mischmetal alloy coated. The material as represented by the test specimens shall meet specified tensile strength and elongation requirements. The test methods and definitions for tension test are presented. The material as represented by the test specimens shall not fracture when wrapped at a specified rate in a close helix of at least two turns around a cylindrical mandrel. The test methods and definitions for wrap test are presented. The test methods and definitions for coating adherence test are presented. The weight of metallic coating shall be determined accordingly. One test specimen shall be taken from each 10 000 lb [4540 kg] or fraction thereof. Test specimens shall be taken from either end of coil.


Keywords:
fencing material, metallic-coated steel wire, steel wire—high tensile, steel wire—zinc-5 % aluminum alloy coated, steel wire—zinc coated, zinc coatings—steel wire products, zinc-5 % aluminum alloy coatings—steel wire products ,, ICS Number Code 77.140.65 (Steel wire, wir ropes and link chains)