Purpose

This specification establishes the requirements for heat treatment of wrought copper beryllium parts (See 1.2.2 and 8.2.1) by users or by their vendors or subcontractors.

Application

This specification is applicable to parts made from the following alloys: UNS C17000, UNS C17200, UNS C17300, UNS C17500, and UNS C17510 (See 8.4).

The heat treat parameters (temperatures, soaking times, cooling rates, etc) used by material producers and forge shops for qualification of response to heat treatment of their products shall conform to the requirements of this specification.

Heat treatment of raw material by producers or forge shops shall be in accordance with the material procurement specification.

While the materials, methods, applications, and processes described or referenced in this specification may involve the use of hazardous materials, this specification does not address the hazards which may be involved in such use. It is the sole responsibility of the user to ensure familiarity with the safe and proper use of any hazardous materials and to take necessary precautionary measures to ensure the health and safety of all personnel involved.