The purpose of this standard is to describe the test methods used to obtain reliable data on the strength of metallic-to-metallic, metallic-to-nonmetallic, and nonmetallic-to-nonmetallic brazed joints. Test specimens preparation and testing is described to provide consistent and proper fabrication, brazing practices, and test results. Interpretation of the test results is the responsibility of the user.

Documentation of the materials, brazing parameters, and test conditions are required to allow comparison of results with the joint strengths obtained by others using this standard method. General use of this standard method may permit a compilation of brazed joint strengths and brazing design criteria at some future time.