1.1 This practice covers procedures for the identification and measurement of the extent of carburization in a metal sample and for the interpretation and evaluation of the effects of carburization. It applies mainly to iron- and nickel-based alloys for high temperature applications. Four methods are described. MethodA Total Mass Gain MethodB Metallographic Evaluation MethodC Carbon Diffusion Profile MethodD Change in Mechanical Properties 1.2 These methods are intended, within the interferences as noted for each, to evaluate either laboratory specimens or commercial product samples that have been exposed in either laboratory or commercially produced environments. 1.3 No attempt is made to recommend particular test exposure conditions, procedures, or specimen design as these may vary with the test objectives. 1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
ASTM G79-83(1996)e1 Referenced Document
ASTM E10 Standard Test Method for Brinell Hardness of Metallic Materials*, 2023-08-03 Update
ASTM E139 Standard Test Methods for Conducting Creep, Creep-Rupture, and Stress-Rupture Tests of Metallic Materials*, 2018-10-01 Update
ASTM E18 Standard Test Methods for Rockwell Hardness of Metallic Materials*, 2022-05-01 Update
ASTM E23 Standard Test Methods for Notched Bar Impact Testing of Metallic Materials
ASTM E290 Standard Test Methods for Bend Testing of Material for Ductility
ASTM E3 Standard Practice for Preparation of Metallographic Specimens
ASTM E8 Standard Test Methods for Tension Testing of Metallic Materials
ASTM G1 Standard Practice for Preparing, Cleaning, and Evaluating Corrosion Test Specimens
ASTM G79-83(1996)e1 history
2017ASTM G79-83(1996)e1 Standard Practice for Evaluation of Metals Exposed to Carburization Environments (Withdrawn 2005)