ASTM B216-22

Standard Specification for Tough-Pitch Fire-Refined Copper-Refinery Shapes

ABSTRACT
This specification establishes the requirements for tough-pitch fire-refined copper wire bars, cakes, slabs, and billets for fabricating into wrought products and ingot and ingot bars for use in the manufacture of copper and copper alloy castings. This copper is not intended for electrical purposes. Any copper may be used that will yield a product with a chemical composition conforming to the requirements specified. The chemical composition test shall be made to conform with the product specification requirements.
SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
13.1 Calculated values shall be rounded to the nearest unit in the last right-hand significant digit used in expressing the limiting value in accordance with the rounding method in Practice E29.
SCOPE
1.1 This specification establishes the requirements for tough-pitch fire-refined copper wire bars, cakes, slabs, and billets for fabricating into wrought products and ingot and ingot bars for use in the manufacture of copper and copper alloy castings. This copper is not intended for electrical purposes.  
1.2 Copper under this specification corresponds to the designation “FRTP” (UNS C12500) as shown in Classification B224. This copper may also be used to produce other designations of copper where the chemical composition limits are not lower then those listed for C12500 in Table 1.  
1.3 Although this specification includes certain UNS designations as described in Practice E527, these designations are for cross reference only and are not specification requirements. Therefore, in case of conflict, this ASTM specification shall govern.  
1.4 Units-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.  
1.5 The following safety hazard caveat pertains only to the test method described in the annex of this specification: 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 to determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.  
1.6 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.

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 30-Apr-2022
• ICS: 77.150.30 - Copper products
• Technical Committee: B05 - Copper and Copper Alloys
• Drafting Committee: B05.07 - Refined Copper

Relations

• Refers: ASTM B846-19a - Standard Terminology for Copper and Copper Alloys
• Effective Date: 01-Aug-2019
• Refers: ASTM B846-19 - Standard Terminology for Copper and Copper Alloys
• Effective Date: 01-Jan-2019
• Refers: ASTM E50-17 - Standard Practices for Apparatus, Reagents, and Safety Considerations for Chemical Analysis of Metals, Ores, and Related Materials
• Effective Date: 01-Sep-2017
• Refers: ASTM E50-11(2016) - Standard Practices for Apparatus, Reagents, and Safety Considerations for Chemical Analysis of Metals, Ores, and Related Materials
• Effective Date: 01-Aug-2016
• Refers: ASTM B224-15 - Standard Classification of Coppers
• Effective Date: 01-May-2015
• Refers: ASTM B224-14 - Standard Classification of Coppers
• Effective Date: 01-Jul-2014
• Refers: ASTM E50-11 - Standard Practices for Apparatus, Reagents, and Safety Considerations for Chemical Analysis of Metals, Ores, and Related Materials
• Effective Date: 15-Oct-2011
• Refers: ASTM B846-11a - Standard Terminology for Copper and Copper Alloys
• Effective Date: 01-Jun-2011
• Refers: ASTM B846-11 - Standard Terminology for Copper and Copper Alloys
• Effective Date: 01-Jan-2011
• Refers: ASTM B224-10 - Standard Classification of Coppers
• Effective Date: 01-Oct-2010
• Refers: ASTM B846-09a - Standard Terminology for Copper and Copper Alloys
• Effective Date: 15-Nov-2009
• Refers: ASTM B846-09 - Standard Terminology for Copper and Copper Alloys
• Effective Date: 01-Nov-2009
• Refers: ASTM E29-08 - Standard Practice for Using Significant Digits in Test Data to Determine Conformance with Specifications
• Effective Date: 01-Oct-2008
• Refers: ASTM E255-07 - Standard Practice for Sampling Copper and Copper Alloys for the Determination of Chemical Composition
• Effective Date: 15-Nov-2007
• Refers: ASTM E53-07 - Standard Test Method for Determination of Copper in Unalloyed Copper by Gravimetry
• Effective Date: 15-Nov-2007

Standards Content (Sample)

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.
Designation:B216 −22
Standard Specification for
Tough-Pitch Fire-Refined Copper—Refinery Shapes
This standard is issued under the fixed designation B216; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope* 2. Referenced Documents
2.1 ASTM Standards:
1.1 This specification establishes the requirements for
B224 Classification of Coppers
tough-pitch fire-refined copper wire bars, cakes, slabs, and
B846 Terminology for Copper and Copper Alloys
billets for fabricating into wrought products and ingot and
E29 Practice for Using Significant Digits in Test Data to
ingot bars for use in the manufacture of copper and copper
Determine Conformance with Specifications
alloy castings. This copper is not intended for electrical
E50 Practices for Apparatus, Reagents, and Safety Consid-
purposes.
erations for Chemical Analysis of Metals, Ores, and
1.2 Copper under this specification corresponds to the
Related Materials
designation “FRTP” (UNS C12500) as shown in Classification
E53 Test Method for Determination of Copper in Unalloyed
B224. This copper may also be used to produce other desig-
Copper by Gravimetry (Withdrawn 2022)
nations of copper where the chemical composition limits are
E255 Practice for Sampling Copper and Copper Alloys for
not lower then those listed for C12500 in Table 1.
the Determination of Chemical Composition
E527 Practice for Numbering Metals and Alloys in the
1.3 Although this specification includes certain UNS desig-
Unified Numbering System (UNS)
nations as described in Practice E527, these designations are
for cross reference only and are not specification requirements.
3. Terminology
Therefore, in case of conflict, this ASTM specification shall
3.1 For definitions of terms related to copper and copper
govern.
alloys, refer to Classification B224 and Terminology B846.
1.4 Units—The values stated in inch-pound units are to be
regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are
4. Ordering Information
mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for
4.1 Include the following specified choices when placing
information only and are not considered standard.
orders for product under this specification, as applicable:
1.5 The following safety hazard caveat pertains only to the 4.1.1 ASTM designation and year of issue,
test method described in the annex of this specification:This
4.1.2 Shape and Size: wire bar, cake, slab, billet, ingot, or
standarddoesnotpurporttoaddressallofthesafetyconcerns, ingot bar, and
ifany,associatedwithitsuse.Itistheresponsibilityoftheuser
4.1.3 Quantity: total weight or number of pieces for each
of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and shape and size.
environmental practices and to determine the applicability of
4.2 When material is purchased for the U.S. government,
regulatory limitations prior to use.
this shall be specified in the contract or purchase order, and the
1.6 This international standard was developed in accor-
material shall conform to the supplementary requirements as
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
defined herein.
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
4.3 The following options are available and, when required,
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
shall be specified at the time of placing the order:
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
4.3.1 Certification (Section 16),
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
4.3.2 Test Report (Section 17).
1 2
ThisspecificationisunderthejurisdictionofASTMCommitteeB05onCopper For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
and Copper Alloys and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee B05.07 on contact ASTM Customer Service at [e-mail]. For Annual Book of ASTM
Refined Copper. Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
Current edition approved May 1, 2022. Published May 2022. Originally the ASTM website.
approved in 1946. Last previous edition approved in 2016 as B216 – 16. DOI: The last approved version of this historical standard is referenced on
10.1520/B0216-22. www.astm.org.
*A Summary of Changes section appears at the end of this standard
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TABLE 1 Chemical Requirements
for a product in its final form. The minimum weight of the
Element Composition, %
composite sample shall be 150 g.
Copper (including silver), min 99.88
9.3.2 Instead of sampling in accordance with 9.2.2, the
Arsenic, max 0.012
manufacturer shall have the option of taking samples at the
Antimony, max 0.003
time the castings are poured.
Bismuth, max 0.003
Lead, max 0.004
9.3.2.1 When composition of the material has been deter-
Nickel, max 0.050
mined during the course of manufacture, sampling of the
Selenium + Tellurium, max 0.025
finished product by the manufacturer is not required.
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Analytical variance is not incorporated into the specified limits. Refer to 10.1.
9.3.3 The number of samples to be taken for determination
of chemical composition shall be as follows:
9.3.3.1 When sampled at the time the castings are poured, at
least two samples, one soon after the start of the pour and one
5. Materials
near the end of the pour, shall be taken for each group of
5.1 Any copper that will yield a product with a chemical
castings poured from the same source of molten metal.
composition conforming to the requirements of Table 1 may be
used.
10. Number of Tests and Retests
10.1 Tests—The chemical composition shall be determined
6. Chemical Composition
as the average of results obtained from at least two replicate
6.1 The product material shall conform to the chemical
analyses for each specified element.
composition requirements in Table 1.
10.2 Retests:
6.2 These composition limits do not preclude the presence
10.2.1 When requested by the manufacturer or supplier, a
ofotherelements.Byagreementbetweenthemanufacturerand
retest shall be permitted when test results obtained by the
purchaser, limits may be established and analysis required for
purchaser fail to conform with the product specification re-
unnamed elements.
quirement(s).
10.2.2 Retesting shall be as directed in the product specifi-
7. Dimensions, Mass, and Permissible Variations
cation for the initial test except for the number of test
7.1 A permissible variation of 65 % in weight and 6 ⁄4 in.
specimens which shall be twice that required for the original
(6.35 mm) in any dimension from the manufacturer’s pub-
test. Test results for all specimens shall conform to the product
lished list or the purchaser’s specified size shall be considered
specification requirement(s) in retest and failure to comply
good delivery; provided, however, that cakes may vary 63%
shall be cause for lot rejection.
from the listed or specified size in any dimension greater than
8in.(203.2mm).Theweightofcopperiningotsandingotbars
11. Specimen Preparation
shall not exceed that specified by more than 10 %, but
otherwise its variation is not important. 11.1 The preparation of the analytical specimen is the
responsibility of the reporting laboratory.
8. Workmanship, Finish, and Appearance
12. Test Methods
8.1 Shapes intended for fabrication shall be substantially
free of shrink holes, cold sets, pits, sloppy edges, concave tops,
12.1 For routine analysis, the method of analysis shall be at
and similar defects in set or casting. This requirement shall not
the discretion of the reporting laboratory.
apply to ingots or ingot bars, in which physical defects are of
12.2 In case of dispute concerning copper content, the
no consequence.
method of analysis shall be in accordance with Test Method
E53.
9. Sampling
12.3 In case of dispute concerning antimony, arsenic,
9.1 For routine sampling, the sampling practice shall be at
bismuth, lead, nickel, selenium, or tellurium content, the
the discretion of the sampler.
method of analysis shall be by electrothermal atomization
9.2 In case of dispute the lot size, portion size, and selection
atomic absorption spectrometry as described in the Annex.
of pieces shall be as follows:
12.4 Test method(s) to be followed for the determination of
9.2.1 Lot Size—An inspection lot shall consist of all pieces
element(s) resulting from contractual or purchase order agree-
the same shape and size from the same production lot or
ment shall be as agreed upon between the manufacturer or
fraction thereof.
supplier and the purchaser.
9.2.2 PortionSize—Theportionshallbefourormorepieces
randomlyselectedtoberepresentativeofthelot.Shouldthelot
13. Significance of Numerical Limits
consist of less than five pieces, each piece shall be sampled.
9.3 Chemical Analysis: 13.1 Calculated values shall be rounded to the nearest unit
9.3.1 In case of dispute the sample for chemical analysis in the last right-hand significant digit used in expressing the
shall be taken from the pieces selected in 9.2.2 and combined limiting value in accordance with the rounding method in
into one composite sample in accordance with Practice E255 Practice E29.
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14. Inspection senting each lot have been tested and inspected as directed in
this product specification and requirements have been met.
14.1 The manufacturer or supplier shall inspect and make
tests necessary to verify the furnished product conforms to the
17. Test Report
specification requirements.
17.1 When specified in the contract or purchase order, a
report of test results shall be furnished.
15. Rejection and Rehearing
18. Product Marking
15.1 Rejection:
18.1 All shapes intended for fabrication shall be identified
15.1.1 Product that fails to conform to the specification
with the producer’s brand, furnace charge, or other identifying
requirementswhentestedbythepurchaserorpurchaser’sagent
number.
shall be subject to rejection.
18.2 Ingots and ingot bars shall have a brand identification
15.1.2 Rejection shall be reported to the manufacturer or
but need have no other number.
supplier promptly. In addition, a written notification of rejec-
tion shall follow.
19. Packaging and Package Marking
15.1.3 In case of dissatisfaction with results of the test upon
19.1 Packaging:
which rejection was based, the manufacturer or supplier shall
19.1.1 The product shall be separated by size and compo-
have the option to make claim for a rehearing.
sition and prepared for shipment by common carrier in such a
15.2 Rehearing—As a result of product rejection, the manu-
manner to afford protection from the normal hazards of
facturer or supplier shall have the option to make claim for a
transportation.
retest to be conducted by the manufacturer or supplier and the
19.2 Package Marking:
purchaser. Samples of the rejected product shall be taken in
19.2.1 Each package shall be legibly marked with the metal
accordance with the product specification and subjected to test
or alloy designation, size, shape, gross and net weight, and
bybothpartiesusingthetestmethod(s)specifiedintheproduct
name of supplier. Upon agreement between the purchaser and
specification, or, alternatively, upon agreement by both parties,
supplier, the purchase order number shall be indicated on each
an independent laboratory may be selected for the tests using
package or on the shipping documents.
the test method(s) specified in the product specification.
19.2.2 When specified in the contract or purchase order, the
product specification number shall be shown.
16. Certification
20. Keywords
16.1 When specified in the purchase order or contract, the
purchaser shall be furnished certification that samples repre- 20.1 fire refined copper; refinery shapes; tough pitch copper
SUPPLEMENTARY REQUIREMENTS
The following supplementary requirements shall apply only when specified by the purchaser in the
inquiry, contract, or order, for agencies of the U.S. government.
S1. Referenced Documents S2. Quality Assurance
S1.1 The following documents of the issue in effect on date
S2.1 ResponsibilityforInspection—Unless otherwise speci-
of material purchase form a part of this specification to the
fied in the contract or purchase order, the manufacturer is
extent referenced herein:
responsible for the performance of all inspection and test
S1.1.1 ASTM Standard:
requirements specified. Except as otherwise specified in the
B900, Practice for Packaging of Copper and Copper Alloy
contract or purchase order, the manufactur
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Designation: B216 − 16 B216 − 22
Standard Specification for
Tough-Pitch Fire-Refined Copper—Refinery Shapes
This standard is issued under the fixed designation B216; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope*
1.1 This specification establishes the requirements for tough-pitch fire-refined copper wire bars, cakes, slabs, and billets for
fabricating into wrought products and ingot and ingot bars for use in the manufacture of copper and copper alloy castings. This
copper is not intended for electrical purposes.
1.2 Copper under this specification corresponds to the designation “FRTP” (UNS C12500) as shown in Classification B224. This
copper may also be used to produce other designations of copper where the chemical composition limits are not lower then those
listed for C12500 in Table 1.
1.3 Although this specification includes certain UNS designations as described in Practice E527, these designations are for cross
reference only and are not specification requirements. Therefore, in case of conflict, this ASTM specification shall govern.
1.4 Units—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.
1.5 The following safety hazard caveat pertains only to the test method described in the annex of this specification: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 safety, health, and healthenvironmental practices and to determine the applicability of
regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.6 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
2.1 ASTM Standards:
B224 Classification of Coppers
B846 Terminology for Copper and Copper Alloys
E29 Practice for Using Significant Digits in Test Data to Determine Conformance with Specifications
E50 Practices for Apparatus, Reagents, and Safety Considerations for Chemical Analysis of Metals, Ores, and Related Materials
E53 Test Method for Determination of Copper in Unalloyed Copper by Gravimetry (Withdrawn 2022)
This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee B05 on Copper and Copper Alloys and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee B05.07 on Refined
Copper.
Current edition approved April 1, 2016May 1, 2022. Published May 2016May 2022. Originally approved in 1946. Last previous edition approved in 20102016 as
B216 – 10.B216 – 16. DOI: 10.1520/B0216-16.10.1520/B0216-22.
For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or contact ASTM Customer Service at [e-mail]. For Annual Book of ASTM Standards
volume information, refer to the standard’sstandard’s Document Summary page on the ASTM website.
The last approved version of this historical standard is referenced on www.astm.org.
*A Summary of Changes section appears at the end of this standard
Copyright © ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. United States
B216 − 22
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TABLE 1 Chemical Requirements
Element Composition, %
Copper (including silver), min 99.88
Arsenic, max 0.012
Antimony, max 0.003
Bismuth, max 0.003
Lead, max 0.004
Nickel, max 0.050
Selenium + Tellurium, max 0.025
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Analytical variance is not incorporated into the specified limits. Refer to 10.1.
E255 Practice for Sampling Copper and Copper Alloys for the Determination of Chemical Composition
E527 Practice for Numbering Metals and Alloys in the Unified Numbering System (UNS)
3. Terminology
3.1 For definitions of terms related to copper and copper alloys, refer to Classification B224 and Terminology B846.
4. Ordering Information
4.1 Include the following specified choices when placing orders for product under this specification, as applicable:
4.1.1 ASTM designation and year of issue,
4.1.2 Shape and Size: wire bar, cake, slab, billet, ingot, or ingot bar, and
4.1.3 Quantity: total weight or number of pieces for each shape and size, andsize.
4.2 When material is purchased for the U.S. government, this shall be specified in the contract or purchase order, and the material
shall conform to the supplementary requirements as defined herein.
4.3 The following options are available but may not be included unless and, when required, shall be specified at the time of placing
of the order when required:the order:
4.3.1 Certification (Section 16),
4.3.2 Test Report (Section 17).
5. MaterialMaterials
5.1 Any copper that will yield a product with a chemical composition conforming to the requirements of Table 1 may be used.
6. Chemical Composition
6.1 The product material shall conform to the chemical composition requirements ofin Table 1.
6.2 These composition limits do not preclude the presence of other elements. By agreement between the manufacturer and
purchaser, limits may be established and analysis required for unnamed elements.
7. Dimensions, Mass, and Permissible Variations
7.1 A permissible variation of 65 % in weight and 6 ⁄4 in. (6.35 mm) in any dimension from the manufacturer’s published list
or the purchaser’s specified size shall be considered good delivery; provided, however, that cakes may vary 63 % from the listed
or specified size in any dimension greater than 8 in. (203.2 mm). The weight of copper in ingots and ingot bars shall not exceed
that specified by more than 10 %, but otherwise its variation is not important.
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8. Workmanship, Finish, and Appearance
8.1 Shapes intended for fabrication shall be substantially free of shrink holes, cold sets, pits, sloppy edges, concave tops, and
similar defects in set or casting. This requirement shall not apply to ingots or ingot bars, in which physical defects are of no
consequence.
9. Sampling
9.1 For routine sampling, the sampling practice shall be at the discretion of the sampler.
9.2 In case of dispute the lot size, portion size, and selection of pieces shall be as follows:
9.2.1 Lot Size—An inspection lot shall consist of all pieces the same shape and size from the same production lot or fraction
thereof.
9.2.2 Portion Size—The portion shall be four or more pieces randomly selected to be representative of the lot. Should the lot
consist of less than five pieces, each piece shall be sampled.
9.3 Chemical Analysis:
9.3.1 In case of dispute the sample for chemical analysis shall be taken from the pieces selected in 9.2.2 and combined into one
composite sample in accordance with Practice E255 for a product in its final form. The minimum weight of the composite sample
shall be 150 g.
9.3.2 Instead of sampling in accordance with 9.2.2, the manufacturer shall have the option of taking samples at the time the
castings are poured.
9.3.2.1 When composition of the material has been determined during the course of manufacture, sampling of the finished product
by the manufacturer is not required.
9.3.3 The number of samples to be taken for determination of chemical composition shall be as follows:
9.3.3.1 When sampled at the time the castings are poured, at least two samples, one soon after the start of the pour and one near
the end of the pour, shall be taken for each group of castings poured from the same source of molten metal.
10. Number of Tests and Retests
10.1 Tests—The chemical composition shall be determined as the average of results obtained from at least two replicate analyses
for each specified element.
10.2 Retests:
10.2.1 When requested by the manufacturer or supplier, a retest shall be permitted when test results obtained by the purchaser fail
to conform with the product specification requirement(s).
10.2.2 Retesting shall be as directed in the product specification for the initial test except for the number of test specimens which
shall be twice that required for the original test. Test results for all specimens shall conform to the product specification
requirement(s) in retest and failure to comply shall be cause for lot rejection.
11. Specimen Preparation
11.1 The preparation of the analytical specimen is the responsibility of the reporting laboratory.
12. Test Methods
12.1 For routine analysis, the method of analysis shall be at the discretion of the reporting laboratory.
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12.2 In case of dispute concerning copper content, the method of analysis shall be in accordance with Test Method E53.
12.3 In case of dispute concerning antimony, arsenic, bismuth, lead, nickel, selenium, or tellurium content, the method of analysis
shall be by electrothermal atomization atomic absorption spectrometry as described in the Annex.
12.4 Test method(s) to be followed for the determination of element(s) resulting from contractual or purchase order agreement
shall be as agreed upon between the manufacturer or supplier and the purchaser.
13. Significance of Numerical Limits
13.1 Calculated values shall be rounded to the nearest unit in the last right-hand significant digit used in expressing the limiting
value in accordance with the rounding method in Practice E29.
14. Inspection
14.1 The manufacturer,manufacturer or supplier,supplier shall inspect and make tests necessary to verify the furnished product
conforms to the specification requirements.
15. Rejection and Rehearing
15.1 Rejection:
15.1.1 Product that fails to conform to the specification requirements when tested by the purchaser or purchasers purchaser’s agent
shall be subject to rejection.
15.1.2 Rejection shall be reported to the manufacturer,manufacturer or supplier,supplier promptly. In addition, a written
notification of rejection shall follow.
15.1.3 In case of dissatisfaction with the results of the test upon which rejection was based, the manufacturer,manufacturer or
supplier may shall have the option to make claim for a rehearing.
15.2 Rehearing—As a result of product rejection, the manufacturer,manufacturer or supplier shall have the option to make claim
for a retest to be conducted by the manufacturer,manufacturer or supplier,supplier and the purchaser. Samples of the rejected
product shall be taken in accordance with the product specification and subjected to test by both parties using the test method(s)
specified in the product specification, or, alternatively, upon agreement by both parties, an independent laboratory may be selected
for the tests using the test method(s) specified in the product specification.
16. Certification
16.1 When specified in the purchase order or contract, the purchaser shall be furnished certification that samples representing each
lot have been tested and inspected as directed in thethis product specification and the requirements have been met.
17. Test Report
17.1 When specified in the contract or purchase order, a report of test results shall be furnished.
18. Product Marking
18.1 All shapes intended for fabrication shall be identified with the producer’s brand, furnace charge, or other identifying number.
18.2 Ingots and ingot bars shall have a brand identification but need have no other number.
19. Packaging and Package Marking
19.1 Packaging:
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19.1.1 The product shall be separated by size and composition and prepared for shipment by common carrier in such a manner
to afford protection from the normal hazards of transportation.
19.2 Package Marking:
19.2.1 Each shipping unit package shall be legibly marked with the purchase order number, metal or alloy designation, size, shape,
gross and net weight, and name of supplier. Upon agreement between the purchaser and supplier, the purchase order number shall
be indicated on each package or on the shipping documents.
19.2.2 When specified in the contract or purchase order, the product specification number shall be shown.
20. Keywords
20.1 fire refined copper; refinery shapes; tough pitch copper
SUPPLEMENTARY REQUIREMENTS
The following supplementary requirements shall apply only when specified by the purchaser in the
inquiry, contract, or order, for agencies of the U.S. government.
S1. Referenced Documents
S1.1 The following documents of the issue in effect on date of material purchase form a part of this specification to the extent
referenced herein:
S1.1.1 ASTM Standard:
B900, Practice for Packaging of Copper and Copper Alloy Mill Products for U.S. Government Agencies
S1.1.2 Federal Standards:Standard:
Fed. Std. No. 102 Preservation, Packaging and Packing Levels
Fed. Std. No. 123 Marking for Shipment (Civil Agencies)
Fed. Std. No. 185 Identification Marking of Copper and Copper-Base Alloy Mill Products
S1.1.3 Military Standard:Standards:
MIL-STD-129 Marking for Shipment and Storage
MIL-STD-2073-1E Standard Practice for Military Packaging
S1.1.4 Civil Agencies:
AMS-STD-185 Identification Marking of Copper and Copper-Base Alloy Mill Products
S2. Quality Assu
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