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ASTM A718: Standard Test Method for Surface Insulation Resistivity of Multi-Strip Specimens

Publication Date: Sep 26, 1975
SDO: ASTM: ASTM International
 DOD Adopted   ANSI Approved Approved

1. Scope

1.1 This test method covers measurement under pressure of the electrical resistivity of a multi-strip specimen of Epstein test strips. It indicates the effectiveness of surface oxide and surface coatings associated with electrical sheet steels for limiting interlamination losses in electrical machinery.

1.2 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety problems, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

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