1.1 This specification covers the chemical, mechanical, and metallurgical requirements for wrought nitrogen strengthened 22 chromium - 13 nickel - 5 manganese - 2.5 molybdenum stainless steel alloy bar and wire for surgical implants.

1.2 The SI units in this standard are the primary units. The values stated in either primary SI units or secondary inch-pound units are to be regarded separately as standard. The values stated in each system may not be exact equivalents; therefore, each system shall be used independently of each other. Combining values form the two systems may result in non-conformance with the standard.

1.3 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.