1.1 This practice covers the acceptance criteria for surface inspection of investment castings by visual examination.
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.
1.3 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.4 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
ASTM A997-08(2018) history
2023ASTM A997/A997M-23 Standard Practice for Investment Castings, Surface Acceptance Standards, Visual Examination
2018ASTM A997-08(2018) Standard Practice for Investment Castings, Surface Acceptance Standards, Visual Examination
2008ASTM A997-08(2012) Standard Practice for Investment Castings, Surface Acceptance Standards, Visual Examination
2008ASTM A997-08 Standard Practice for Investment Castings, Surface Acceptance Standards, Visual Examination
2007ASTM A997-07 Standard Practice for Investment Castings, Surface Acceptance Standards, Visual Examination
2003ASTM A997-98(2003)e1 Standard Practice for Investment Castings, Surface Acceptance Standards, Visual Examination
2003ASTM A997-98(2003) Standard Practice for Investment Castings, Surface Acceptance Standards, Visual Examination
1998ASTM A997-98 Standard Practice for Investment Castings, Surface Acceptance Standards, Visual Examination