EN ISO 6506-1:2014

Foreword
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Principle
4 Symbols and abbreviated terms
5 Apparatus
6 Test piece
7 Procedure
8 Uncertainty of the results
9 Test report
Annex A (normative) - Procedure for periodic checking
        of the testing machine by the user
Annex B (normative) - Minimum thickness of the test
        piece in relation to the mean diameter of indentation
Annex C (informative) - Uncertainty of the measured
        hardness values
Bibliography

ISO 6506-1:2014 specifies the method for the Brinell hardness test for metallic materials. It is applicable to both fixed location and portable hardness testing machines.For some specific materials and/or products, particular International Standards exist (e.g. ISO 4498) and make reference to this International Standard.