abusementpark
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Is there a standard size in taking steel coupons from existing steel members for purposes of determining the tensile strength?
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Required sized of steel coupon taken from existing beam or column?
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I have typically used in the past, 12" long by 2" wide if possible. If not, 8" long x 1-1/2" wide. Either will allow preparation for a reduced section tensile test where the gauge length will be at least 2". Check ASTM A8 for specifics of coupon testing.
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abusementpark
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I didn't realize the length dimension would need to be that large. Can you get by with less?
I'll try to round up a copy of ASTM A8.
I'll try to round up a copy of ASTM A8.
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Looks like it must actually be E8, not A8.
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