ASTM B 541 Standard Specification for Gold Electrical Contact Alloy

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ASTM B 541 Document Information:

Title
Standard Specification for Gold Electrical Contact Alloy

ASTM International

Publication Date:
Jun 10, 2001

Scope:

This specification covers a gold-rich, age-hardenable alloy in rod, wire, and strip form applicable to electrical contacts.

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.

The following precautionary statement pertains to the test method portion only, Section 7, 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 become familiar with all hazards including those identified in the appropriate Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for this product/material as provided by the manufacturer, to establish appropriate safety and health practices, and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

Keywords:

contacts

low energy contact

electrical contacts

gold-platinumsilver

low contact resistance

non arcing contact

gold alloy

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