ASTM B246-15(2021) - 1.10.2021
 
1. Scope

1.1?This specification covers tinned hard-drawn and medium-hard-drawn round copper wire for electrical purposes.

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.

1.2.1?ExceptionFor density, resistivity and temperature, the values stated in SI units are to be regarded as 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. For hazard statement, see Sections 10 and 13.

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.

 
2. Referenced Documents

B5-22

Standard Specification for High Conductivity Tough-Pitch Copper Refinery Shapes

B49-20

Standard Specification for Copper Rod for Electrical Purposes

NBS

Handbook 100--Copper Wire Tables

B193-20

Standard Test Method for Resistivity of Electrical Conductor Materials

B170-99(2020)

Standard Specification for Oxygen-Free Electrolytic Copper´Refinery Shapes