Designation: B 352/B 352M – 02 (Reapproved 2006)

Standard Specification for

Zirconium and Zirconium Alloy Sheet, Strip, and Plate for
Nuclear Application1
This standard is issued under the fixed designation B 352/B 352M; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year
of original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval.
A superscript epsilon (e) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.

1. Scope B 351/B 351M Specification for Hot-Rolled and Cold-

1.1 This specification covers hot- and cold-rolled zirconium Finished Zirconium and Zirconium Alloy Bars, Rod, and
and zirconium alloy sheet, strip, and plate. Wire for Nuclear Application
1.2 One unalloyed and three alloys for use in nuclear E 8 Test Methods for Tension Testing of Metallic Materials
applications are described. E 21 Test Methods for Elevated Temperature Tension Tests
1.3 The products covered in this specification include the of Metallic Materials
following forms and sizes: E 29 Practice for Using Significant Digits in Test Data to
1.3.1 Sheet, 24 in. [600 mm] or more in width; under 0.187 Determine Conformance with Specifications
in. [4.8 mm) in thickness, E 114 Practice for Ultrasonic Pulse-Echo Straight-Beam
1.3.2 Strip, less than 24 in. [600 mm] in width; under 0.187 Examination by the Contact Method
in. [4.8 mm] in thickness, and E 214 Practice for Immersed Ultrasonic Testing by the
1.3.3 Plate, over 10 in. [250 mm] in width; 0.187 in. [4.8 Reflection Method Using Pulsed Longitudinal Waves
mm] and over in thickness. G 2/G 2M Test Method for Corrosion Testing of Products of
Zirconium, Hafnium, and Their Alloys in Water at 680°F
NOTE 1—Material over 0.187 in. [4.8 mm] in thickness and less than 10 [360°C] or in Steam at 750°F [400°C]
in. [250 mm] wide is covered as bar in Specification B 351/B 351M.
1.4 Unless a single unit is used, for example corrosion mass 3. Terminology
gain in mg/dm2, the values stated in either inch-pound or SI 3.1 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:
units are to be regarded separately as standard. The values 3.1.1 annealed, n—denotes material that exhibits a recrys-
stated in each system are not exact equivalents; therefore each tallized grain structure.
system must be used independently of the other. SI values 3.2 Lot Definitions:
cannot be mixed with inch-pound values. 3.2.1 castings, n—a lot shall consist of all castings produced
1.5 The following precautionary caveat pertains only to the from the same pour.
test method portions of this specification. This standard does 3.2.2 ingot, n—no definition required.
not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, 3.2.3 rounds, flats, tubes, and wrought powder metallurgical
associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this products (single definition, common to nuclear and non-
standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices nuclear standards), n—a lot shall consist of a material of the
and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior same size, shape, condition, and finish produced from the same
to use. ingot or powder blend by the same reduction schedule and the
same heat treatment parameters. Unless otherwise agreed
2. Referenced Documents between manufacturer and purchaser, a lot shall be limited to
2.1 ASTM Standards: 2 the product of an 8 h period for final continuous anneal, or to
B 350/B 350M Specification for Zirconium and Zirconium a single furnace load for final batch anneal.
Alloy Ingots for Nuclear Application 3.2.4 sponge, n—a lot shall consist of a single blend
produced at one time.
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3.2.5 weld fittings, n—definition is to be mutually agreed
This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee B10 on
Reactive and Refractory Metals and Alloys and is the direct responsibility of
upon between manufacturer and the purchaser.
Subcommittee B10.02 on Zirconium and Hafnium.
Current edition approved Sept. 15, 2006. Published October 2006. Originally 4. Ordering Information
approved in 1960. Last previous edition approved in 2002 as B 352/B 352M – 02. 4.1 Purchase orders for material under this specification
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4.1.1 Quantity (weight or number of pieces), beam melting, or other melting processes conventionally used
4.1.2 Name of material, for reactive metals; all processes to be done in furnaces usually
4.1.3 Condition (Section 6), used for reactive metals.
4.1.4 Finish (Section 14),
4.1.5 Form (Sheet, strip, plate,) 6. Condition
4.1.6 Edge (Section 15), 6.1 Sheet, strip, or plate shall be furnished in one of the
4.1.7 Dimensions (size, thickness, width and length), following conditions as designated on the purchase order:
4.1.8 Grade designation (Table 1), and Form Condition
4.1.9 ASTM designation and year of issue. Sheet hot-rolled
hot-rolled, annealed
NOTE 2—A typical ordering description is as follows: _ 5000 lb reactor cold-rolled, annealed
grade zirconium alloy, cold-rolled, vacuum annealed strip, 4.750 by 0.065 cold-rolled, annealed, followed by a final light cold-
rolled pass, generally on polished rolls.
by 72 in., ASTM Specification B 352/B 352M - 01, Grade R60804. Strip hot-rolled
4.2 In addition to the data specified in 4.1, the following hot-rolled, annealed
cold-rolled
options and points of agreement between the manufacturer and cold-rolled, annealed
the purchaser should be specified on the purchase order as cold-rolled, annealed, followed by a final light cold-
required: rolled pass, generally on polished rolls.
Plate hot-rolled
4.2.1 Temperature and direction of mechanical testing (see 8 hot-rolled, annealed
and Table 2),
4.2.2 Workmanship standards (Section 13), 7. Chemical Composition
4.2.3 Special tests (Section 12), 7.1 The material shall conform to the requirement for
4.2.4 Inspection (Section 17), and chemical composition as prescribed in Table 1.
4.2.5 Corrosion visual standards (Section 9). 7.2 The manufacturer’s ingot analysis made in accordance
4.2.6 Oxygen limits (see footnote A, Table 1). with Specification B 350/B 350M shall be considered the
chemical analysis for material produced to this specification
5. Materials and Manufacture except for hydrogen, oxygen, and nitrogen content, which shall
5.1 Materials covered by this specification shall be pro- be determined on the finished product. Alternatively, the
duced by multiple vacuum melting in arc furnaces, electron manufacturer may sample an intermediate or final size during

TABLE 1 Chemical Requirements

Composition, Weight %
Element UNS R60001 UNS R60802 UNS R60804 UNS R60901
Tin . . . 1.20–1.70 1.20–1.70 ...
Iron . . . 0.07–0.20 0.18–0.24 ...
Chromium . . . 0.05–0.15 0.07–0.13 ...
Nickel . . . 0.03–0.08 ... ...
Niobium (columbium) . . . ... ... 2.40–2.80
A A A
Oxygen 0.09–0.15
Iron + chromium + nickel ... 0.18–0.38 ... ...
Iron + chromium ... ... 0.28–0.37 ...
Maximum Impurities, Weight %
Aluminum 0.0075 0.0075 0.0075 0.0075
Boron 0.00005 0.00005 0.00005 0.00005
Cadmium 0.00005 0.00005 0.00005 0.00005
Calcium ... 0.0030 0.0030 ...
Carbon 0.027 0.027 0.027 0.027
Chromium 0.020 ... ... 0.020
Cobalt 0.0020 0.0020 0.0020 0.0020
Copper 0.0050 0.0050 0.0050 0.0050
Hafnium 0.010 0.010 0.010 0.010
Hydrogen 0.0025 0.0025 0.0025 0.0025
Iron 0.150 ... ... 0.150
Magnesium 0.0020 0.0020 0.0020 0.0020
Manganese 0.0050 0.0050 0.0050 0.0050
Molybdenum 0.0050 0.0050 0.0050 0.0050
Nickel 0.0070 ... 0.0070 0.0070
Niobium ... 0.0100 0.0100 ...
Nitrogen 0.0080 0.0080 0.0080 0.0080
Phosphorus ... ... ... 0.0020
Silicon 0.0120 0.0120 0.0120 0.0120
Tin 0.0050 ... ... 0.010
Tungsten 0.010 0.010 0.010 0.010
Titanium 0.0050 0.0050 0.0050 0.0050
Uranium 0.00035 0.00035 0.00035 0.00035
A
When so specified in the purchase order, oxygen shall be determined and reported. Maximum, minimum, or both, permissible values should be specified in the
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TABLE 2 Mechanical PropertiesA
Yield Strength
Tensile Strength, min, (0.2 % Offset), Elongation in
Grade Condition Direction of Test Test TemperatureB
ksi [MPa] min, ksi 2 in. or 50 mm, min, %
[MPa]
R60001 † annealed longitudinal RT 42 [290] 20 [140] 18
transverse RT 42 [290] 30 [205] 18
R60802 longitudinal RT 58 [400] 35 [240] 25
or annealed transverse RT 56 [385] 44 [300] 25
R60804
R60802 longitudinal 550°F [290°C] 27 [185] 15 [100] 30
or annealed transverse 550°F [290°C] 26 [180] 17.5 [120] 30
R60804
R60901 cold worked longitudinal RT 74 [510] 50 [345] 15
transverse RT 74 [510] 56 [385] 15
R60901 annealed longitudinal RT 65 [450] 45 [310] 20
transverse RT 65 [450] 50 [345] 20
A
When a sub-size specimen is used, the gauge length shall be as specified in Test Methods E 8 for that specimen.
B
“RT” represents room temperature; Note 4 in Test Methods E 8 and E 8M indicates that RT shall be considered to be 50 to 100°F [10 to 38°C] unless otherwise
specified. Paragraph 9.4.4 in Test Methods E 21 states that for the duration of the test, the difference between the indicated temperature and the nominal test temperature
is not to exceed 65°F [3°C] for tests at 1800°F [1000°C] and lower, and 610°F [6°C] for tests at higher temperatures.
† Editorially corrected.

processing with the same frequency and in the same positions other than those given in Table 2, the specimens shall be heat
relative to the ingot as specified in Specification B 350/B 350M treated as referenced in Table 2 prior to test.
to determine the composition, except for hydrogen, oxygen, 8.2 The yield strength shall be determined by the offset
and nitrogen, which shall be determined on the finished (0.2 %) method as prescribed in Test Methods E 8.
product. 8.3 The tensile properties shall be determined using a strain
7.3 Analysis shall be made using the manufacturer’s stan- rate of 0.003 to 0.007 in./in. [mm/mm]/min through the yield
dard methods. In the event of disagreement as to the chemical strength. After the yield strength has be exceeded, the cross
composition of the metal, methods of chemical analysis for head speed should be increased to approximately 0.05 in./in.
reference purposes shall be determined by a mutually accept- [mm/mm]/min to failure.
able laboratory. 8.4 The tensile properties enumerated in this specification
7.4 Product Analysis—Product analysis is an analysis made shall be determined in accordance with Test Methods E 8 or
by the purchaser or the manufacturer for the purpose of E 21.
verifying the composition of the lot. The product analysis
8.5 Number of Tests—For each lot, two random samples for
tolerances reflect the variation between laboratories in the
each 4000 lb [1800 kg] or fraction thereof shall be tested for
measurement of chemical composition. The permissible varia-
mechanical properties.
tion of the product analysis from the specified range is as
prescribed in Table 3.
9. Corrosion Properties
7.5 Number of Tests—Two random samples for each 4000
lb [1800 kg] or fraction thereof shall be analyzed for hydrogen, 9.1 Two samples chosen at random from each 4000 lb [1800
nitrogen, and oxygen. kg] or fraction thereof shall be corrosion tested in steam at
750°F [399°C], 1500 psi [10.3 MPa] for 72 h or 336 h at the
8. Mechanical Properties option of the manufacturer in accordance with Test Method
8.1 The material shall conform to the requirements pre- G 2/G 2M.
scribed in Table 2 for longitudinal room-temperature mechani- 9.2 Acceptance Criterion:
cal properties. Transverse and elevated temperature properties 9.2.1 Grades R60802 and R60804—All coupons thus tested
shall be used to determine compliance only when specified in shall exhibit a continuous, black, lustrous oxide film and be
the purchase order. When material is ordered in a condition free of white or brown corrosion product in excess of standards
previously agreed upon between manufacturer and purchaser.
TABLE 3 Permissible Variations in Product Analysis Coupons shall exhibit a weight gain or not more than 22
Permissible Variation from the Specified mg/dm2 in a 72-h test or 38 mg/dm2 in a 336-h test.
Alloying Elements
Range (Table 1), % 9.2.2 Grade R60901—All coupons shall exhibit a continu-
Tin 0.050 ous, uniform, dark gray oxide film. Coupons shall exhibit a
Iron 0.020 weight gain of not more than 35 mg/dm2 in a 72-h test or 60
Chromium 0.010
Nickel 0.010 mg/dm2 in a 336-h test.
Iron + chromium 0.020
Iron + chromium + nickel 0.020
Niobium 0.050
10. Permissible Variations in Dimensions
Oxygen 0.020 10.1 Sheet, strip, or plate shall conform to the permissible
Each Impurity Element 20 ppm or 20 % of the specified
limit, whichever is smaller variations in dimensions prescribed in the applicable Tables
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TABLE 4 Permissible Variations in Thickness of Hot-Rolled 13. Workmanship and Appearance
Zirconium SheetA
13.1 Sheet, strip, or plate shall be free of cracks, seams,
Permissible Variations in
Specified Thickness, in. [mm] Thickness, plus and
slivers, blisters, and other injurious imperfections in accor-
minus, in. [mm] dance with standards of acceptability agreed upon between the
0.145–0.188 [3.7–5], incl 0.014 [0.35] manufacturer and the purchaser.
0.130–0.145 [3.3–3.7], excl 0.012 [0.30]
0.115–0.130 [2.9–3.3], incl 0.010 [0.25] 14. Finish
0.1–0.115 [2.5–2.9], excl 0.009 [0.23]
0.084–0.098 [2.13–2.5], incl 0.008 [0.20] 14.1 Hot-rolled sheet, strip, or plate shall be furnished with
A
Thickness measurements are taken at least 3⁄8 in. [10 mm] in from edge. one of the following finishes as designated in the purchase
order:
TABLE 5 Permissible Variations in Length of Hot- and Cold- 14.1.1 Not descaled,
Rolled Zirconium Sheet 14.1.2 Mechanically descaled, or
Permissible Variations in Length, in. 14.1.3 Mechanically descaled and pickled.
Specified Length, ft [m]
[mm] 14.2 Cold-rolled sheet or strip shall be furnished with one of
Up to 10 [3] +1⁄2 [+13], –0
Over 10 to 20 [3 to 6] +1 [+25], –0
the following as designated in the purchase order:
14.2.1 Cold-rolled,
14.2.2 Ground 32 µin. [0.8 µm] rms or better, or
TABLE 6 Permissible Variations in Thickness of Hot-Rolled 14.2.3 Pickled.
Zirconium Strip
Variation from Specified Thickness for 15. Edge
Widths Given, Over and Under, in. [mm]
Specified Width, in. [mm] 15.1 Hot-Rolled Strip—The following types of edges are
0.187–0.1180 0.1197–0.0830 available on hot-rolled strip:
[4.8–3.0], incl. [3.0–2.1], incl
15.1.1 Mill edge,
To 31⁄2 [90] 0.006 [0.15] 0.005 [0.13]
Over 31⁄2 –12 [90–300] 0.007 [0.18] 0.006 [0.15]
15.1.2 Slit edge, and
Over 12–18 [300–460] 0.008 [0.20] 0.008 [0.20] 15.1.3 Sheared edge.
Over 18–24 [460–610] 0.010 [0.25] 0.010 [0.25] 15.2 Cold-Rolled Strip—A slit edge is normally furnished
on cold-rolled strip. A machined edge is available for weld
preparation.
15.3 Sheet and Plate—Both hot- and cold-rolled sheet and
11. Significance of Numerical Limits plate are furnished with a sheared edge.
11.1 For the purpose of determining compliance with the
specified limits for requirements of the properties listed in the 16. Retests
following table, an observed value or a calculated value shall 16.1 If any sample or specimen exhibits obvious surface
be rounded as indicated in accordance with the rounding contamination or improper preparation disqualifying it as a
methods of Practice E 29. truly representative sample, it shall be discarded and replaced
Property Rounded Unit for Observed or Calculated by a new sample or specimen.
Value 16.2 If the results of the inspection of a lot are not in
Chemical composition, and tol- nearest unit in the last righthand place of
erances (when expressed as figures of the specified limit
conformance with the requirements of this specification, the lot
decimals) may be reworked at the option of the manufacturer, providing
Tensile strength and yield nearest 1000 psi [10 MPa] the rework steps are within the previously approved specifica-
strength
Elongation nearest 1 %
tions and procedures used for the original fabrication. Devia-
tions must be approved by the purchaser.
12. Special Tests 16.3 If the result of any test does not meet the specification
requirements, retests may by performed on twice as many
12.1 Ultrasonic Inspection: samples as originally tested for the characteristic, or using
12.1.1 In lieu of the ultrasonic test of the ingot as specified retest procedures mutually agreed upon between the manufac-
in B 350/B 350M, the manufacturer may alternatively perform turer and the purchaser.
ultrasonic inspection at an intermediate size in accordance with 16.3.1 All test results including the original test results shall
Practices E 114 and E 214, with the approval of the purchaser. be reported to the purchaser. Retest results shall be indicated
12.1.2 Unless otherwise approved by the purchaser, the with the suffix “R.”
reference standard shall consist of a 0.06 in. [1.5 mm] flat 16.3.2 Only one set of retests is permitted and all retest
bottom hole drilled perpendicular to the longitudinal product results shall conform to the specification requirements for the
axis to a depth of 0.5 in. [13 mm]. retested characteristic. Following a failed test, 100 % testing is
12.1.3 Any defect reflections greater than the indication not considered to be a retest.
from the reference standard should be rejected.
12.2 Additional tests may be specified in the purchase order. 17. Inspection
The test method and standards shall be agreed upon in advance 17.1 The manufacturer shall inspect the material covered by
between manufacturer and purchaser. this specification prior to shipment. If so specified in the

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TABLE 7 Permissible Variations in Width of Hot-Rolled Zirconium Strip
Permissible Variations in Width, in. [mm]
Specified Width, in. [mm] Mill Edge Slit Edge Sheared Edge
Plus Minus Plus Minus Plus Minus
To 31⁄2 [90] 1⁄8 [3.2] 0 1⁄32 [.8] 1⁄32 [.8] 1⁄16 [1.6] 1⁄16 [1.6]

Over 31⁄2 –12 [90–300] 1⁄4 [6.4] 1⁄8 [3.2] 1⁄32 [.8] 1⁄32 [.8] 1⁄8 [3.2] 0
Over 12–18 [300–460] 3⁄8 [9.5] 1⁄8 [3.2] 3⁄64 [1.2] 3⁄64 [1.2] 1⁄8 [3.2] 0
Over 18–24 [460–610] 1⁄2 [12.7] 1⁄4 [6.4] 3⁄64 [1.2] 3⁄64 [1.2] 3⁄16 [4.8] 0

TABLE 8 Permissible Variations in Thickness of Cold-Rolled Zirconium Strip

NOTE 1—For thicknesses under 0.010 in. [0.25 mm]: in widths to 16 in. [400 mm] a tolerance of 610 % of the thickness shall apply; in widths over
16 to 24 in. [400 to 610 mm] incl, a tolerance of 615 % of the thickness shall apply.
NOTE 2—Thickness measurements shall be taken 3⁄8 in. [9.5 mm] in from the edge of the strip, except on widths less than 1 in. [25 mm] where
tolerances are applicable for measurements at all locations.
Permissible Variations in Thickness, for Widths Given, plus and minus in. [mm]
Specified Thickness, in. [mm] 3⁄16 to 3 in. Over 3 to 12 in. Over 12 to 24 in.
[4.8 to 75 mm] [75 to 300 mm] [300 to 610 mm]
Under 3⁄16 –0.160 [4.75–4.01], incl 0.003 [0.08] 0.004 [0.10] 0.006 [0.15]
0.160–0.100 [4.0–2.5], incl 0.002 [0.05] 0.004 [0.10] 0.005 [0.13]
0.099–0.069 [2.5–1.71], incl 0.002 [0.05] 0.003 [0.08] 0.004 [0.10]
0.068–0.035 [1.7–0.91], incl 0.002 [0.05] 0.003 [0.08] 0.004 [0.10]
0.034–0.020 [0.9–0.51], incl 0.0015 [0.04] 0.002 [0.05] 0.0025 [0.06]
0.019–0.010 [0.5–0.25], incl 0.001 [0.02] 0.0015 [0.02] 0.002 [0.05]

TABLE 9 Permissible Variations in Width of Cold-Rolled Zirconium Strip (Slit Edge)

Permissible Variations in Width, for Widths Given, plus and minus in. [mm]
Specified Thickness, in. [mm] 1⁄2 to 6 in. Over 6 to 12 in. Over 12 to 24 in.
[12.7 to 152 mm], incl [152 to 305 mm], incl [305 to 610 mm], excl
Under 3⁄16 –0.161 [4.75–4.01], incl 0.016 [0.41] 0.020 [0.5] 0.031 [0.8]
0.160–0.100 [4.01–2.5], incl 0.010 [0.25] 0.016 [0.4] 0.020 [0.5]
0.099–0.069 [2.50–1.71], incl 0.008 [0.20] 0.010 [0.25] 0.020 [0.5]
0.068 [1.7] and under 0.005 [0.13] 0.010 [0.25] 0.020 [0.5]

TABLE 10 Permissible Variations in Length of Hot- and Cold- manufacturer within 60 calendar days from the receipt of the
Rolled Zirconium Strip material by the purchaser. Unless otherwise specified, rejected
Specified Length, ft [m] Permissible Variations in Length, in. material may be returned to the manufacturer at the manufac-
[mm]
turer’s expense, unless the purchaser receives, within three
To 5 [1.5] incl +3⁄8 [9.5], −0 weeks of the notice of rejection, other instructions for dispo-
Over 5–10 [1.5–3.0], excl +1⁄2 [13], −0
Over 10–20 [3.0–6.1], incl +5⁄8 [16], −0 sition.

19. Referee
purchase order, the purchaser or his representative may witness 19.1 In the event of disagreement between the manufacturer
the testing and inspection of the material at the place of and the purchaser on the conformance of the material to the
manufacture. In such cases the purchaser shall state in his requirements of this specification or any special test specified
purchase order which tests he desires to witness. The manu- by the purchase, a mutually acceptable referee shall perform
facturer shall give ample notice to the purchaser as to the time the tests in question. The results of the referee’s testing shall be
and place of the designated tests. If the purchaser’s represen- used in determining conformance of the material to this
tative does not present himself at the time agreed upon for the specification.
testing, the manufacturer shall consider the requirement for
purchaser’s inspection at place of manufacture to be waived. 20. Certification
17.2 The manufacturer shall afford the inspector represent- 20.1 A producer or supplier shall furnish the purchaser with
ing the purchaser, without charge, all reasonable facilities to a certificate that the material was manufactured, sampled,
satisfy him that the material is being furnished in accordance tested, and inspected in accordance with this specification and
with this specification. This inspection shall be so conducted as has been found to meet the requirements. The certificate shall
not to interfere unnecessarily with the operation of the works. include a report of the test results.

18. Rejection 21. Packaging and Package Marking

18.1 Rejection for failure of the material to meet the 21.1 Each bundle, box, or coil shall be legibly and conspicu-
requirements of this specification shall be reported to the ously marked or tagged with the following information:

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TABLE 11 Permissible Variations from a Flat Surface for Annealed Zirconium Plate
NOTE 1—Variations in flatness apply to plates up to 15 ft [4.5 m] in length, or to any 15 ft [4.5 m] of longer plates.
NOTE 2—If the longer dimension is under 36 in. [0.9 m], the variation is not greater than 1⁄4 in. [6.4 mm].
NOTE 3—The shorter dimension specified is considered the width and the variation in flatness across the width does not exceed the tabular amount for
that dimension.
NOTE 4—The maximum deviation from a flat surface does not customarily exceed the tabular tolerance for the longer dimension specified.
Specified Thickness, in. [mm] 48 in. or 48-60 in., excl 60-72 in., incl Over 72 in.
Under [120 cm] [120–150 cm] [150–180 cm] [180 cm]
⁄ –1⁄4 [4.75–6.4], incl
3 16 34⁄ [19.0] 11⁄16 [27.0] 11⁄4 [32] 13⁄8 [35]
⁄ –3⁄8 [6.4–9.5], excl
14 ⁄ [18]
11 16 3⁄4 [19.0] ⁄ [25]
15 16 11⁄8 [29]
3⁄8 –1⁄2 [9.5–13], incl 1⁄2 [13] 9⁄16 [14] 11⁄16 [18] 3⁄4 [19]

1⁄2 –3⁄4 [13–19.0], excl 1⁄2 [13] 9⁄16 [14] 5⁄8 [16] 5⁄8 [16]

3⁄4 –1 [19.0–25], excl 1⁄2 [13] 9⁄16 [14] 5⁄8 [16] 5⁄8 [16]

Over 1 [25] 1⁄2 [13] 9⁄16 [14] 9⁄16 [14] 9⁄16 [14]

TABLE 12 Camber Tolerance for Zirconium Sheet And PlateA 21.1.4 Size,
⁄ 3
18
Length in Feet (result in inch) 21.1.5 Lot, heat, or ingot number,
5
Tolerance: 21.1.6 Condition,
Length in Meters [result in mm]
3.2 3 21.1.7 Gross, net and tare weights, and
1.5
21.1.8 ASTM specification number.
A
Camber is the greatest deviation of a side edge from a straight line. The 21.2 All material shall be packaged in such a manner as to
measurement is taken by placing a straightedge on the concave side and assure safe delivery to its destination when properly trans-
measuring the greatest distance between the plate edge and the straightedge.
ported by any common carrier.

21.1.1 Purchase order or contract number, 22. Keywords

21.1.2 Name of material, 22.1 nuclear application; plate; sheet; strip; zirconium; zir-
21.1.3 Grade, conium alloy

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