1.1This specification2 covers age-hardening stainless steel forgings for general use.
1.2The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units are to be regarded separately as standard. The values stated in each system may not be exact equivalents; therefore, each system shall be used independently of the other. Combining values from the two systems may result in non-conformance with the standard.
1.3Unless the order specifies an “M” designation, the material shall be furnished to inch-pound units.
Note 1:Bar products are covered by Specification A564/A564M.
1.4This 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.