Significance and Use
Carbon and graphite can usually support higher loads in compression than in any other mode of stress. This test, therefore, provides a measure of the maximum load-bearing capability of carbon and graphite objects.
1. Scope
1.1 This test method covers the determination of the compressive strength of carbon and graphite at room temperature.
1.2 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 and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
2. Referenced Documents (purchase separately) 
The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.
ASTM Standards
C709 Terminology Relating to Manufactured Carbon and Graphite
E4 Practices for Force Verification of Testing Machines
E177 Practice for Use of the Terms Precision and Bias in ASTM Test Methods
E691 Practice for Conducting an Interlaboratory Study to Determine the Precision of a Test Method
Keywords
carbon; compressive strength; graphite; Carbon; Compression testing; Crushing strength; Graphite;
ICS Code
ICS Number Code 71.060.10 (Chemical elements)
DOI: 10.1520/C0695-91R10
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