ISO 4969:1980Withdrawn

Steel — Macroscopic examination by etching with strong mineral acids

Acier — Examen macroscopique par attaque aux acides minéraux forts

This edition has been replaced by ISO 4969:2015.

Abstract / scope

This macroscopic method has very wide application. Selection of the type and concentration of the reagent, the temperature of the reaction and the conditions of surface preparation of the test piece make it possible to achieve the required aim. Specifies general, principle, reagents, test piece, procedure, preservation of test pieces and test report.

Life cycle

Replaced by

ISO 4969:2015PublishedSteel — Etching method for macroscopic examinationInternational Standard · Published 19 Jun 2015 · ISO/TC 17/SC 7