1.0 SCOPE

1.1 This specification covers requirements for general applications of carbon and alloy cold finished steel bars. Whenever applicable the specification should be used in conjunction with A-0, Part II, International System of Steel Classification. Unless otherwise specified, the appropriate ASME Steel Products Manuals shall apply to this specification.

1.2 Requirements for cold finished steel bars not included in this specification are in the following Corporate Engineering Materials Specifications: Steel for Ball Bearing Race Rings CEMS A-33 Steel for Roller Bearings CEMS A-35 Wrought Corrosion and Heat Resisting Steel CEMS A-37