SAE J193-1987
Ball Stud and Socket Assembly - Test Procedures

Standard No.

SAE J193-1987

Release Date

1987

Published By

SAE - SAE International

Status

Be replaced

Replace By

SAE J193-1996

Latest

SAE J193-2012

Scope

The test procedures describe a method to laboratory test suspension and steering system ball stud and/or socket assemblies for functional characteristics. This procedure is an extension of SAE J491b recommended practice on dimensional recommendations for ball studs towards a vehicle application. The tests are conducted either on ball studs individually or on complete integral assemblies representing the application.

SAE J193-1987 history

• 2012 SAE J193-2012 Ball Stud and Socket Assembly Test Procedures
• 1996 SAE J193-1996 Ball Stud and Socket Assembly - Test Procedures
• 1987 SAE J193-1987 Ball Stud and Socket Assembly - Test Procedures
• 1979 SAE J193A-1979 BALL STUD AND SOCKET ASSEMBLY TEST PROCEDURE
• 1979 SAE J193-1979 Ball Stud and Socket Assembly Test Procedures
• 1970 SAE J193-1970 BALL STUD AND SOCKET ASSEMBLY PERFORMANCE TEST PROCEDURE