ASTM A686-92(2010)
Standard Specification for Tool Steel, Carbon

Standard No.

ASTM A686-92(2010)

Release Date

1992

Published By

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

Status

Be replaced

Replace By

ASTM A686-92(2016)

Latest

ASTM A686-92(2024)

Scope

1.1 This specification covers the chemical, mechanical, and physical requirements for available wrought carbon tool steel products.

1.2 These products, which include hot- or cold-finished bar, plate, sheet, rod, wire, or forgings, are normally fabricated into tools, dies, or fixtures. The selection of a material for a particular application will depend upon design, service conditions, and desired properties.

1.3 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are provided for information only.

ASTM A686-92(2010) history

• 2024 ASTM A686-92(2024) Standard Specification for Tool Steel, Carbon
• 1992 ASTM A686-92(2016) Standard Specification for Tool Steel, Carbon
• 1992 ASTM A686-92(2010) Standard Specification for Tool Steel, Carbon
• 1992 ASTM A686-92(2004) Standard Specification for Tool Steel, Carbon
• 1992 ASTM A686-92(1999) Standard Specification for Tool Steel, Carbon
• 2003 ASTM A686-92 Clamps, Support, Comparative Fatigue Strengths, Test Method
• 0000 ASTM A686-89