1. Scope
1.1 This terminology standard provides a compilation of definitions for terminology used for mechanical fasteners.
1.2 Terms in this terminology are organized alphabetically. In Appendix X1 they are listed under fastener characteristic.
1.3 Additional definitions are shown in ANSI/ASME B18.12; IFI Glossary of Terms, IFI-139 and IFI-140; and SAE J412.
2. Referenced Documents
A563 Specification for Carbons and Alloy Steel Nuts
E456 Terminology Relating to Quality and Statistics
B18.12 Glossary of Terms for Mechanical Fasteners
Glossary of Terms Relating to Aerospace Fasteners
IFI-139 Quality Assurance Requirements for Fastener Testing Laboratories
IFI-140 Carbon and Alloy Steel Wire, Rods, and Bars for Mechanical Fasteners
SAE J412 General Characteristics and Heat Treatments of Steels
Index Terms
ASTM Committee F-16 on Fasteners; Mechanical fasteners; Terminology; Terminology--metals/alloys materials/applications; ICS Number Code 01.040.21; 21.060.01; 01.040.21; 21.060.01; ICS Number Code 01.040.21; 21.060.01
Citing ASTM Standards
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