NS EN ISO 8166 : 1ED 2003

Foreword
Introduction
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Terms and definitions
4 Criteria for the end point of the electrode life test
5 Machine details
   5.1 General
   5.2 Machine type
   5.3 Mechanical characteristics
   5.4 Electrical characteristics
   5.5 Water cooling of electrodes
6 Electrode details
7 Test procedure
   7.1 General
   7.2 Dimensions
   7.3 Selection of welding conditions
8 Report of test results
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Describes a procedure to be used for the evaluation of the life of spot welding electrodes when welding uncoated and coated steels, stainless steels, aluminium and aluminium alloys using constant machine settings which are not changed during the test.