Standard Practice for Electromagnetic (Eddy Current/Magnetic Induction) Sorting of Ferrous Metals

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Hardcopy , PDF

Language(s)

English

Published date

01-06-2024

Publisher

American Society for Testing and Materials

Committee	E 07
DocumentType	Standard Practice
Pages	5
PublisherName	American Society for Testing and Materials
Status	Current
Supersedes	ASTM E 566 : 2019

1.1This practice covers the procedure for sorting ferrous metals using the electromagnetic (eddy current/magnetic induction) method. The procedure relates to instruments using absolute or comparator-type coils for distinguishing variations in mass, shape, conductivity, permeability, and other variables such as hardness and alloy that affect the electromagnetic or magnetic properties of the material. The selection of reference standards to determine sorting feasibility and to establish standards is also included.2

1.2This 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.

1.3This 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.

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