1. Scope
1.1 This specification covers two grades of "iron" wire with Class A, Class B, and Class C zinc coatings, suitable for use in telephone, telegraph, and signal transmission. The two grades covered are designated Grade EBB (extra best best) and Grade BB (best best).
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.
2. Referenced Documents
A370 Test Methods and Definitions for Mechanical Testing of Steel Products
A90/A90M Test Method for Weight [Mass] of Coating on Iron and Steel Articles with Zinc or Zinc-Alloy Coatings
A902 Terminology Relating to Metallic Coated Steel Products
B193 Test Method for Resistivity of Electrical Conductor Materials
B6 Specification for Zinc
Index Terms
iron products-zinc coated; steel wire-zinc coated; telephone/telegraph wire; ICS Number Code 33.120.20
Citing ASTM Standards
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