PREN 2002-05 : 200P2

1 Scope
2 References
3 Principle
4 Symbols
5 Definitions
6 Specification of test requirements
7 Testing equipment
8 Proportional test pieces
9 Non-proportional test pieces
10 Preparation of test piece from sample
11 Measurement of cross-sectional area
12 Marking the original gauge length
13 Heating of test piece
14 Temperature control and observations
15 Loading of the test piece
16 Stress rupture test
17 Creep strain test
18 Test report

Applicable to uninterrupted constant-load tensile creep strain and stress-rupture testing of metallic materials governed by aerospace standards. Defines the properties that may need to be determined and the terms used in describing test pieces and tests. Specifies the dimensions of test pieces and the method of testing. Also applicable to metallic materials for test durations exceeding 10 000 h and/or for test temperatures exceeding 1100 degrees C providing that previous agreement has been reached between the purchaser and the manufacturer.