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Abstract

Specifies the conditions for performing the Izod impact test on metals.
RECONFIRMATION NOTICE
Technical Committee MT-009 has reviewed the content of this publication and in accordance with Standards Australia procedures for reconfirmation, it has been determined that the publication is still valid and does not require change.
Certain documents referenced in the publication may have been amended since the original date of publication. Users are advised to ensure that they are using the latest versions of such documents as appropriate, unless advised otherwise in this Reconfirmation Notice.
Approved for reconfirmation in accordance with Standards Australia procedures for reconfirmation on 20 March 2017.
The following are represented on Technical Committee MT-009:
Australasian Institute of Surface Finishing
Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Australian Industry Group
Australian Steel Institute
Bureau of Steel Manufacturers of Australia
Galvanizers Association of Australia
Galvanizing Association of New Zealand
New Zealand Metal Roofing Manufacturers

Scope

This Standard specifies requirements for performing the Izod impact test on metals. It also includes requirements for the installation of the testing machine, its initial and periodic calibration, and recommendations for its maintenance by the user.
NOTE: The test piece may have a square, a rectangular or a circular section. Where a requirement involves reference to a face of a test piece, it applies directly to square or rectangular test pieces and by implication, to the corresponding portion of the surface of a circular test piece.

General Product Information

Published
Document Type	Standard
Status	Current
Publisher	Standards Australia
ProductNote	Reconfirmed 31/03/2017. This standard has been reconfirmed in Australia in 2017 and remains current in New Zealand. Reconfirmation Notice 31/03/2017
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ISBN
Committee	MT-006
Supersedes	DR 03161 AS 1544.1-1977