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Designation:A924/A924M–08a Designation: A 924/A 924M – 09

Standard Specification for

General Requirements for Steel Sheet, Metallic-Coated by
the Hot-Dip Process1
This standard is issued under the fixed designation A 924/A 924M; 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 (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.

1. Scope*
1.1 This specification covers the general requirements that, unless otherwise specified in the product specification, apply to steel
sheet in coils and cut lengths, metallic-coated on continuous lines by the hot-dip process. The product is intended for applications
requiring corrosion resistance. The product specifications contain requirements for specific strength levels, heat resistance,
paintability, or formability, or a combination thereof.
1.2 Subject to individual product specification provisions, steel sheet is available as Commercial Steel (CS) Types A, B, and C,
Forming Steel (FS), Drawing Steel (DS), Deep Drawing Steel (DDS), Extra Deep Drawing Steel (EDDS), High Temperature Steel
(HTS), Structural Steel (SS), and High Strength Low Alloy Steel (HSLAS). Steel sheet is produced with the following metallic
coatings. Specific information on each of the following is contained in the individual product specification:
1.2.1 Zinc or zinc-iron alloy coated,
1.2.2 Zinc-5 % aluminum alloy coated,
1.2.3 55 % aluminum–zinc alloy coated,
1.2.4 Aluminum–coated,
1.2.5 Terne (lead-tin alloy) coated, and
1.2.6 Zinc-aluminum-magnesium alloy coated.
1.3 Products covered by this general requirements specification are described in the following product standards: Specifications
A 308/A 308M; A 463/A 463M; A 653/A 653M; A 755/A 755M; A 792/A 792M; A 875/A 875M; A 929/A 929M; and A 1046/
A 1046M.
1.4 Metallic-coated steel sheet is produced to various coating designations, as shown in the individual product specifications.
Except for differentially coated sheet, the coating is always expressed as the total coating of both surfaces.
1.5 In case of any conflict in requirements, the requirements of the individual product specifications shall prevail over those of
this general specification.
1.6 The purchaser is permitted to specify additional requirements that do not negate any of the provisions of this general
specification or of the individual product specifications. Such additional requirements, the acceptance of which are subject to
negotiation with the supplier, shall be included in the order information.
1.7 For purposes of determining conformance with this specification and the various product specifications referenced in 1.3,
values shall be rounded to the nearest unit in the right-hand place of figures used in expressing the limiting values (except to the
nearest 5 MPa for SI strength values) in accordance with the rounding method of Practice E 29.
1.8 Metallic-coated steel sheet covered by this specification is produced to thickness requirements expressed to 0.001 in. [0.01
mm] for both coils and cut lengths. The thickness is the total of the base steel and the coating.
1.9 The values stated in inch-pound units or SI units are to be regarded separately as standard. Within the text, the SI units are
shown in brackets. The values stated in each system are not exact equivalents; therefore, each system must be used independently
of the other.
1.10 This specification and some of the applicable product specifications are expressed in both inch-pound and SI units.
However, unless the order specifies the applicable “M” specification designation (SI units), the product shall be furnished to
inch-pound units.
1.11 The text of this specification references notes and footnotes that provide explanatory material. These notes and footnotes
(excluding those in tables and figures) shall not be considered as requirements of the specification.

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This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee A05 on Metallic-Coated Iron and Steel Products and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee A05.11
on Sheet Specifications.
Current edition approved Nov.May 1, 2008.2009. Published November 2008.June 2009. Originally approved in 1994. Last previous edition approved in 2008 as
A 924/A 924M - 08a.

*A Summary of Changes section appears at the end of this standard.

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2. Referenced Documents
2.1 ASTM Standards:2
A 90/A 90M Test Method for Weight [Mass] of Coating on Iron and Steel Articles with Zinc or Zinc-Alloy Coatings
A 308/A 308M Specification for Steel Sheet, Terne (Lead-Tin Alloy) Coated by the Hot-Dip Process
A 309 Test Method for Weight and Composition of Coating on Terne Sheet by the Triple-Spot Test
A 370 Test Methods and Definitions for Mechanical Testing of Steel Products
A 428/A 428M Test Method for Weight [Mass] of Coating on Aluminum-Coated Iron or Steel Articles
A 463/A 463M Specification for Steel Sheet, Aluminum-Coated, by the Hot-Dip Process
A 653/A 653M Specification for Steel Sheet, Zinc-Coated (Galvanized) or Zinc-Iron Alloy-Coated (Galvannealed) by the
Hot-Dip Process
A 700 Practices for Packaging, Marking, and Loading Methods for Steel Products for Shipment
A 751 Test Methods, Practices, and Terminology for Chemical Analysis of Steel Products
A 754/A 754M Test Method for Coating Weight (Mass) of Metallic Coatings on Steel by X-Ray Fluorescence
A 755/A 755M Specification for Steel Sheet, Metallic Coated by the Hot-Dip Process and Prepainted by the Coil-Coating
Process for Exterior Exposed Building Products
A 792/A 792M Specification for Steel Sheet, 55 % Aluminum-Zinc Alloy-Coated by the Hot-Dip Process
A 875/A 875M Specification for Steel Sheet, Zinc-5 % Aluminum Alloy-Coated by the Hot-Dip Process
A 902 Terminology Relating to Metallic Coated Steel Products
A 929/A 929M Specification for Steel Sheet, Metallic-Coated by the Hot-Dip Process for Corrugated Steel Pipe
A 1030/A 1030M Practice for Measuring Flatness Characteristics of Steel Sheet Products
A 1046/A 1046M Specification for Steel Sheet, Zinc-Aluminum-Magnesium Alloy-Coated by the Hot-Dip Process
E 29 Practice for Using Significant Digits in Test Data to Determine Conformance with Specifications
E 376 Practice for Measuring Coating Thickness by Magnetic-Field or Eddy-Current (Electromagnetic) Examination Methods
2.2 Federal Standard:
Fed. Std. No. 123 Marking for Shipment (Civil Agencies)3

3. Terminology
3.1 Definitions—For definitions of items used in this specification, refer to Terminology A 902.

4. Ordering Information
4.1 Ordering information for all products are shown in the individual product specifications.

5. Materials and Manufacture

5.1 Hot-dip metallic coatings are used to provide corrosion protection to steel sheets. Hot-dip metallic coatings are available
in six different types, zinc and zinc-iron alloy, lead-tin alloy (Terne), aluminum, 55 % aluminum-zinc alloy, zinc-5 % aluminum
alloy, and zinc-aluminum-magnesium alloy. Each coating type is available in various coating weights which provide varying
degrees of corrosion protection and the consumer should consult the individual producers for applicability to the intended
application and to obtain product information.
5.2 Hot-dip metallic coated products may be subject to changes in mechanical properties after coating. As such changes are
functions of the chemistry and processing history of the material, the consumer should consult the individual producers for
applicability to the intended application.

6. Chemical Composition
6.1 Base Steel:
6.1.1 Chemical composition requirements of the base steel are shown in the individual product specifications.
6.1.2 An analysis of each heat shall be made by the manufacturer to determine the percentage of carbon, manganese,
phosphorus, sulfur, and any other elements specified or restricted by the individual product specification.
6.1.3 When desired, product analysis shall be made by the purchaser on finished product. The product analysis so determined
shall meet the tolerances shown in Table 1.
6.1.3.1 Capped or rimmed steels are not technologically suited to product analysis due to the nonuniform character of their
chemical composition, and therefore, the tolerances in Table 1 do not apply. Product analysis is appropriate on these steels only
when misapplication is apparent.
6.1.3.2 Product analysis for phosphorus or sulfur is not technologically appropriate because of segregation of these elements in
non-killed steels. Product analysis is appropriate only when misapplication is apparent.

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TABLE 1 Product Analysis Tolerances
Tolerance
Limited or Maximum of Under Over
Element
Specified Element, % Minimum Maximum
Limit Limit
Carbon To 0.15, incl 0.02 0.03
Over 0.15 to 0.40, incl 0.03 0.04
Over 0.40 to 0.80, incl 0.03 0.05
Manganese To 0.60, incl 0.03 0.03
Over 0.60 to 1.15, incl 0.04 0.04
Over 1.15 to 1.65, incl 0.05 0.05
Phosphorus ... ... 0.01
Sulfur ... ... 0.01
Silicon To 0.30, incl 0.02 0.03
Over 0.30 to 0.60 0.05 0.05
Copper ... 0.02 ...
Titanium To 0.10, incl 0.01A 0.01
Vanadium To 0.10, incl 0.01A 0.01
Over 0.10 to 0.25, incl 0.02 0.02
Minimum only specified 0.01 ...
Columbium To 0.10, incl 0.01A 0.01
A
If the minimum of the range is 0.01 %, the under tolerance is 0.005 %.

6.1.3.3 Samples for product analysis shall be drillings through areas stripped free of coating. At least three pieces shall be
selected, but if the product of more than one mill lift or coil is involved, at least six pieces shall be selected.
6.1.3.4 When supplying High-Strength Low-Alloy Steel (HSLA), some producers use one or more microalloying elements as
strengthening agents or use alloy additions to effect inclusion control, or both. The producer shall be consulted for the specific
chemical composition applied. If any alloying addition is known to be of concern to the user, the producer shall be notified of this
concern.
6.1.4 Method of Analysis—The determination of chemical composition is permitted to be made by any test method, except in
case of dispute, where the referee test methods listed in the section on test methods of Test Methods A 751 shall be used.
6.2 Coating:
6.2.1 Coating Analysis—The nominal composition of the coating is described in the individual product specification.
6.2.2 Method of Analysis—The determination of chemical composition shall be made in accordance with acceptable chemical,
spectrochemical, or other test methods.
7. Tests for Mechanical Properties
7.1 Test specimens shall be prepared from finished metallic-coated product.
7.2 Mechanical Properties-Base Metal —When base metal mechanical properties are specified, tests shall be conducted in
accordance with Test Methods A 370. Requirements for all mechanical properties are included in the individual product
specifications.
7.2.1 Tension Tests—Specimens for base-metal tension tests shall be taken longitudinally, approximately midway between the
center and edge of the product as rolled, and shall conform to the requirements for the sheet-type test specimen in the figure for
rectangular tension test specimens of Test Methods A 370.
7.2.1.1 The determination of the yield strength and tensile strength values shall be based on the as-produced base-metal
thickness that shall be obtained by one of the following methods. Unless specified in the order, the producer shall determine the
method to be used; however, in the event of a dispute the method in 7.2.1.2 shall be used.
7.2.1.2 The base metal thickness shall be determined by stripping the coating from the ends of the specimen contacting the grips
of the tension testing machine. The thickness measurement shall be made before testing on an end of the specimen that has been
stripped free of coating.
7.2.1.3 The base metal thickness shall be determined by subtracting the coating thickness from the measured thickness of the
tension test specimen. The coating thickness shall be calculated from the coating weight [mass] test.
8. Tests for Coating Properties
8.1 Coating Weight [Mass]:
8.1.1 Coating weight [mass] shall conform to the requirements prescribed in the individual product specifications (see 1.3).
8.1.2 The coating weight [mass] is ordered as total both sides requirements, or if requested on those product specifications
permitting it, to single side/single spot coating mass requirements.
8.1.3 Total both sides requirements
8.1.3.1 The coating weight [mass] of equally coated product is the total amount on both sides of the sheet, expressed in ounces
per square foot [grams per square metre] of sheet.
8.1.3.2 For differentially coated product, the coating weight [mass] on each surface is nominally one half of the stated coating
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8.1.4 Single side/single spot requirements
8.1.4.1 The coating mass for each surface shall be specified separately, for example, 60G60G, and each single spot test shall
meet the specified requirements for the coating designation.
8.2 Coating Weight [Mass] Tests —One of the following test methods shall be used:
8.3 Weigh-Strip-Weigh Method:
8.3.1 The weigh-strip-weigh method, described in Test Methods A 90/A 90M, A 309, and A 428/A 428M, is a destructive test
that determines coating weight [mass] by measuring the difference in weight [mass] between a coated and a stripped (uncoated)
sample. If one surface is protected suitably during the initial stripping, coating weight [mass] can be determined for each surface
independently.
8.3.2 Test specimens for product over 18 in. [450 mm] in width shall be taken from a representative sample piece approximately
1 ft [300 mm] in length by the associated width. Three test specimens shall be taken from the sample, one from the middle of the
width and one from each edge. The edge samples shall not be taken closer than 2 in. [50 mm] from each edge. The test specimen
shall have a minimum area of 5 in.2 [3200 mm2].
8.3.3 For product 18 in. [450 mm] in width and narrower, only one test specimen is required. Specimens shall be at least 2 in.
[50 mm] from the edge, when possible. For product narrower than 2.25 in. [60 mm] the test specimen shall be chosen to give a
minimum area of 5 in.2[3200 mm2].
8.3.4 The triple-spot coating weight [mass] shall be the average of the determinations of the three tests done in accordance with
the procedures in 8.3.2.
8.3.5 The total both sides minimum single-spot coating weight [mass] shall be that test result that is the lightest coating weight
[mass], or in those cases where only one test is needed, it shall be that single test result.
8.3.6 The single side/single spot coating mass shall meet both the lower and upper limits of the specified coating designation.
8.3.7 The frequency of sampling shall be sufficient to adequately characterize the lot of material being tested.
8.4 X-Ray Fluorescence Method:
8.4.1 The X-ray fluorescence method is a nondestructive test that determines coating weight [mass] by converting X-ray
fluorescence measurements to coating weight [mass] values. X-ray fluorescence gages can be used as off-line laboratory
instruments or as a means of continuous on-line testing for conformance to coating weight [mass] requirements, or both.
8.4.2 Off-Line Testing— X-ray fluorescence gages can be used as off-line laboratory instruments to test for coating weight
[mass] provided that they have been calibrated in accordance with Test Method A 754/A 754M and use the sample test locations
as described in 8.3.2 or 8.3.3.
8.4.3 On-Line Testing— When X-ray fluorescence gages are used for on-line testing, they shall be operated in accordance with
Test Method A 754/A 754M. A minimum of five random full-width traverses shall be used to characterize each coil tested.
8.4.3.1 The triple-spot coating weight [mass] of a coil shall be determined using the following procedure: from the individual
edge, center, edge readings provided by the minimum five full width traverses, compute the average of one edge, the average of
the center, and the average of the other edge. These three results shall then be averaged to obtain the triple-spot average of the coil.
8.4.3.2 The total both sides minimum single-spot coating weight [mass] shall be the lightest coating weight [mass] obtained
from the individual edge, center, edge measurements provided by the minimum five full width traverses (lightest of at least fifteen
readings—five from one edge, five from the center, and five from the other edge).
8.4.3.3 The single side/single spot minimum coating mass shall be the lightest coating mass obtained from the readings provided
by the minimum five full width traverses.
8.4.3.4 The single side/single spot maximum coating mass shall be the heaviest coating mass obtained from the readings
provided by the minimum five full width traverses.
8.5 Coating Bend Test—Refer to the individual product specification.
8.5.1 Coating bend test specimens shall be 2 to 4 in. [50 to 100 mm] wide. The specimen shall be cut not less than 2 in. [50
mm] from the edges of the test sheet.
9. Dimensions and Permissible Variations
9.1 The permissible variations for dimensions shall comply with the applicable limits in Tables 2-16.
9.2 Flatness Tolerances:
9.2.1 Flatness tolerances for sheet are contained in Table 10 and in Table 11 for sheet specified to restricted flatness. Tables 12
and 13 contain flatness tolerances for SS, HSLAS, and HSLAS-F.
9.2.2 Measurement techniques for flatness characteristics are described in Practice A 1030/A 1030M.
9.2.3 Two alternative methods for flatness determination are the use of I-Units and % Steepness. A description of these two
alternative methods is contained in Practice A 1030/A 1030M.
9.2.3.1 The use of I-Units or % Steepness as a flatness standard is subject to negotiation between the purchaser and the producer.
9.2.3.2 Measurement techniques for I-Units and % Steepness and rejection limits are subject to negotiation between the
purchaser and producer.
10. Finish and Condition
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TABLE 2 Thickness Tolerances for Hot-Dip Metallic-Coated Sheet—3⁄8-in. [10-mm] Minimum Edge Distance
NOTE 1—The coated sheet thickness includes the base metal and coating and is measured at any point across the width of the coated sheet not less
than 3⁄8 in. [10 mm] from a side edge.
NOTE 2—Micrometers used for measurement of thickness shall be constructed with anvils and spindles having minimum diameters of 0.188 in. [4.80
mm]. The tip of the anvil shall be flat or rounded with a minimum radius of curvature of 0.10 in. [2.55 mm] and the tip of the spindle shall be flat.
Micrometers with conical tips shall not be used for thickness measurements of sheet steels.
Inch-Pound Units
Specified Width, in. Specified Ordered Thickness, in.A,B
Over Through Through 0.023 Over 0.023 Over 0.043 Over 0.061 Over 0.075 Over 0.101
through 0.043 through 0.061 through 0.075 through 0.101 through 0.187
Thickness Tolerances, Plus and Minus, in.C
Thickness Tolerances, Over, in., No Tolerance UnderC
... 32 0.003 0.004 0.005 0.006 0.007 0.008
... 32 0.006 0.008 0.010 0.012 0.014 0.016
32 40 0.003 0.004 0.005 0.006 0.008 0.008
32 40 0.006 0.008 0.010 0.012 0.016 0.016
40 60 0.003 0.004 0.005 0.006 0.008 0.009
40 60 0.006 0.008 0.010 0.012 0.016 0.018
60 72 ... 0.004 0.005 0.006 0.009 0.009
60 72 0.006 0.008 0.010 0.012 0.018 0.018
SI Units
Specified Width, mm Specified Ordered Thickness, in.B,D
Over Through Through 0.4 Over 0.4 Over 1.0 Over 1.5 Over 2.0 Over 2.5
through 1.0 through 1.5 through 2.0 through 2.5 through 5.0
Thickness Tolerances, Plusand Minus, mmC
Thickness Tolerances, Over, mm, No Tolerance UnderC
... 1500 0.08 0.10 0.13 0.15 0.20 0.23
... 1500 0.16 0.20 0.26 0.30 0.40 0.46
1500 ... ... 0.10 0.13 0.15 0.23 0.23
1500 ... 0.16 0.20 0.26 0.30 0.46 0.46
A
Thickness is measured at any point across the width not less than 3⁄8 in. from a side edge.
B
The specified thickness range captions apply independently of whether the ordered thickness is stated as nominal or minimum.
C
The tolerances provided in the table are based on no minalimum thickness (tolerance over, no tolerance under). For nominimumal thickness, the tolerance ishall b
divided equal to twice the tabular ty olver ancd undesr (tolerance over, no tolerance under).
D
Thickness is measured at any point across the width not less than 10 mm from a side edge.

importance shall be ordered as “extra smooth”.

10.2 Metallic-coated sheet, when ordered as regular spangle or minimized spangle, is not subject to restrictions on surface
texture.
10.3 Coil breaks, strain, and fluting may occur in such materials and the consumer should contact the individual producer for
applicability to the intended application.
10.4 Metallic-coated sheet in coils is subject to coil breaks when coiled to a smaller inside diameter than is compatible with the
thickness of the sheet. Other factors also affect this tendency for coil breaks. The consumer should contact the individual producer
for the applicability of the intended application.
11. Oiling
11.1 Metallic-coated products covered by this specification can be furnished oiled or not oiled as specified.
12. Workmanship
12.1 Surface Conditions:
12.1.1 Metallic-coated cut lengths (sheets) shall have a workmanlike appearance and shall not have imperfections of a nature
or degree for the product, grade, class, and designation ordered that will be detrimental to the fabrication, or functionality, or both,
of the finished part.
12.1.2 Metallic-coated coils may contain some abnormal imperfections that render a portion of the coil unusable since the
inspection of coils does not afford the producer the same opportunity to remove portions containing imperfections as in the case
with cut lengths.
13. Retests and Disposition of Non-Conforming Material
13.1 Retests:
13.1.1 Unless otherwise prohibited by the product specification, retests are permitted under the following circumstances:
13.1.1.1 If any tension test specimen shows defective machining or develops flaws, it must be discarded and another specimen
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TABLE 3 Thickness Tolerances for Hot-Dip Metallic-Coated Sheet—1-in. [25–mm] Minimum Edge Distance
NOTE 1—The coated sheet thickness includes the base metal and coating and is measured at any point across the width of the coated sheet not less
than 1 in. [25 mm] from a side edge.
NOTE 2—Micrometers used for measurement of thickness shall be constructed with anvils and spindles having minimum diameters of 0.188 in. [4.80
mm]. The tip of the anvil shall be flat or rounded with a minimum radius of curvature of 0.10 in. [2.55 mm] and the tip of the spindle shall be flat.
Micrometers with conical tips shall not be used for thickness measurements of sheet steels.
Specified Widths, in. Inch-Pound Un
Specified Width, in. Specified Ordered Thickness, in.A
0.06123 and thinner Over 0.023 Over 0.06143 Over 0.061 Over 0.075 Over 0.101
thinnerough 0.043 through 0.075,61 inclthrousivegh through 0.101, through 0.187,
0.075 inclusive inclusive
Thickness Tolerances, Plus and Minus, in.B
Thickness Tolerances, Over, in., No Tolerance UnderB
To 40, inclusive 0.002 0.003 0.006 0.00 0.012
To 32, inclusive 0.003 0.004 0.005 0.006 0.010 0.012
Over 32 to 40, inclusive 0.003 0.004 0.005 0.006 Over 40 to 60, inclu- 0.002
sive
Over 32 to 40, inclusive 0.003 0.004 0.005 0.006 0.012 0.012
0.003 0.004 0.005 0.006 0.007
Over 40 to 60, inclusive 0.003 0.004 0.005 0.006 0.007
12
12 0.014
Over 60 to 72, inclusive 0.002 0.003 0.007 0.007
Over 60 to 72, inclusive 0.003 0.004 0.005 0.007
Specified Widths, 0.014 0.014
mm
6 SI Units
Specified Ordered Thickness, mmA
Specified Width, mm Specified Ordered Thickness, mmA
1 .5 and thinner Over 0.4 Over 1.5 Over 1.5 Over 2.0 Over 2.5
th inner to 2.0, inclusive inclusive to 2.5, inclusive to 5.0, inclusive
0.4 and thinner Over 0.4 Over 1.0 Over 1.5 Over 2.0 Over 2.5
through 1.0, inclu- through 1.5, inclu- through 2.0, inclu- through 2.5, inclu- through 5.0, inclu-
sive sive sive sive sive
Thickness Tolerances, Plusand Minus, mmB
Thickness Tolerances, Over, mm, No Tolerance UnderB
To 1500, inclusive 0.05 0.08 0.15 0.18
To 1500, inclusive 0.08 0.10 0.13 0.15 0.18
30
30 0.34
Over 1500 0.05 0.08 0.18 0.185 0.34 0.34
Over 1500 0.08 0.10 0.13 0.15 0.34 0.34
A
The specified thickness range captions apply independently of whether the ordered thickness is stated as a nominal or minimum. B
B
The tolerances provided in the table are based on no minalimum thickness (tolerance over, no tolerance under). For nominimumal thickness, the tolerance ishall b
divided equal to twice the tabular ty olver ancd undesr (tolerance over, no tolerance under).

13.1.1.2 If the percent elongation of any tension test specimen is less than that specified, and any part of the fracture is more
than 3⁄4 in. [20 mm] from the center of the gauge length of a 2-in. [50 mm] specimen, or is outside the middle half of the gauge
length of an 8-in. [200 mm] specimen, as indicated by scribe scratches marked on the specimen before testing, a retest is allowed.
13.1.1.3 If the test result of any tension test specimen fails to meet the specification requirements and the failure is the result
of improper adherence to tension test procedures, a retest is permitted.
13.1.1.4 If the test result of an original tension test specimen fails to meet the specification requirements and the failure is not
related to the conditions described in 13.1.1.1, 13.1.1.2, and 13.1.1.3, but the results are within 2 ksi [14 Mpa] of the required yield
strength, within 2 ksi [14 MPa] of the required tensile strength, or within 2 percentage points of the required elongation, one retest
shall be permitted to replace the failing test.
13.1.2 The retest specimen shall be taken either adjacent to the first failed specimen, or selected at random from the material
to be certified to the specification.
13.1.3 If the results of a retest satisfy the specified tension test requirements and all other requirements of the applicable
specification are satisfied, the material shall be accepted.
13.2 Disposition of Non-Conforming Material:
13.2.1 In those cases where the lot is found to be non-conforming, and resampling of non-conforming material is not prohibited
by the specification. resampling is permitted under the following circumstances and using the following practices:
13.2.1.1 If the results of an original tension test or retest specimen fail to satisfy the specification requirements and the failed

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TABLE 4 Width Tolerances for Hot-Dip Metallic-Coated Sheet,
Coils, and Cut Lengths, Not Resquared
Inch-Pound Units
Specified Width, in. Tolerance Over Specified
Width, No Tolerance
Over Through Under, in.
12 30 18 ⁄
30 48 ⁄
3 16

48 60 14 ⁄
60 72 ⁄
5 16

SI Units
Specified Width, mm Tolerance Over Specified
Width, No Tolerance
Over Through Under, mm
300 600 3
600 1200 5
1200 1500 6
1500 1800 8

TABLE 5 Length Tolerances for Hot-Dip Metallic-Coated Sheet,

Cut Lengths, Not Resquared
Inch-Pound Units
Specified Length, in. Tolerance Over Specified
Length, No Tolerance
Over Through Under, in.
12 30 ⁄
18

30 60 ⁄
14

60 96 1 ⁄2

96 120 3 ⁄4

120 156 1
156 192 1 1⁄ 4
192 240 1 1⁄ 2
240 ... 1 3⁄ 4
SI Units
Specified Length, mm Tolerance Over Specified
Length, No Tolerance
Over Through Under, mm
300 1500 6
1500 3000 20
3000 6000 35
6000 ... 45

test results are not related to the conditions described in 13.1, the lot shall be quarantined and resampled for certification of the
non-conforming material to the specification requirements.
13.2.1.2 Resampling for certification of the non-conforming material shall include the discarding of out of-specification material
and the resampling of the lot. The resampling shall be appropriate to the specific out-of-specification condition and the processing
history of the lot.
13.2.1.3 A maximum of two resampling efforts shall he permitted. If, after conducting two resampling efforts, the material does
not satisfy the specification requirements, the lot shall be rejected.

14. Inspection
14.1 The producer shall afford the purchaser’s inspector reasonable access to facilities to ensure that the product is being
produced in compliance with this specification. Unless otherwise specified, all inspection and tests, except product analysis, shall
be made at the producer’s facilities prior to shipment. Such inspection or sampling shall be made concurrently with the producer’s
regular inspection and test operations unless it causes interference with normal operations or is otherwise specified.
14.2 Responsibility for Inspection —Unless otherwise specified in the contract or purchase order, the producer is responsible
for the performance of all inspection requirements as specified herein. Except as otherwise specified in the contract or order, the
producer’s facilities, or any other facilities suitable for the performance of the inspection requirements, shall be used. The
purchaser reserves the right to perform any of the inspections set forth in this specification to ensure supplies and services conform
to the prescribed requirements.

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TABLE 6 Camber Tolerances for Hot-Dip Metallic-Coated Sheet
NOTE 1—Camber is the greatest deviation of a side edge from a straight
line, the measurement being taken on the concave side with a straightedge.
NOTE 2—The camber tolerances for sheet in cut lengths, not resquared,
are as shown in this table.
Inch-Pound Units
For Coils Over 12 in. in Width
Cut Length, ft
Camber Tolerance,A in.
Over Through
... 4 18 ⁄
4 6 ⁄
3 16

6 8 14 ⁄
8 10 ⁄
5 16

10 12 ⁄
38

12 14 ⁄
12

14 16 ⁄
58

16 18 3⁄ 4

18 20 7⁄ 8

20 30 1 1⁄ 4
30 40 1 1⁄ 2
SI Units
For Coils Over 300 mm in Width
Cut Length, mm
Camber Tolerance,B mm
Over Through
... 1200 4
1200 1800 5
1800 2400 6
2400 3000 8
3000 3700 10
3700 4300 13
4300 4900 16
4900 5500 19
5500 6000 22
6000 9000 32
9000 12 200 38
A
The camber tolerance for sheet in coils is 1 in. in any 20 ft, except as shown in
Table 14.
B
The camber tolerance for sheet in coils is 25 mm in any 6000 mm, except as
shown in Table 14.

TABLE 7 Diameter Tolerances for Hot-Dip Metallic-Coated Sheet,

Sheared Circles
Inch-Pound Units
Tolerance Over Specified Diameter, No
Specified Thickness, in. Tolerance Under, in.
Diameters
Over Through Under 30 30 through 48 Over 48
... 0.61 ⁄
1 16 ⁄
18 ⁄
3 16

0.061 0.101 3⁄32 ⁄

5 32 ⁄
7 32

0.101 ... 1⁄ 8 3⁄16 14 ⁄

SI Units
Tolerance Over Specified Diameter, No
Specified Thickness, mm Tolerance Under, mm
Diameters
Over Through Through 600 Over 600 Over 1200
Through 1200
... 1.5 1.5 3.0 5.0
1.5 2.5 2.5 4.0 5.5
2.5 ... 3.0 5.0 6.5

15. Rejection and Rehearing

15.1 Unless otherwise specified, any rejection shall be reported to the producer within a reasonable time after receipt of product
by the purchaser.

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TABLE 8 Out-of-Square Tolerances for Hot-Dip Metallic-Coated
Sheet Cut Lengths, Not Resquared
NOTE 1—Out-of-square is the greatest deviation of an end edge from a
straight line at right angles to a side and touching one corner. It is also
obtained by measuring the difference between the diagonals of the cut
length. The out-of-square deviation is one half of that difference.
Inch-Pound Units
For Coils Over 12 in. in Width
The tolerance for cut lengths of all thicknesses and all sizes is 1⁄16 in. in each 6
in. of width or fraction thereof.
SI Units
The tolerances for cut lengths of all thicknesses and all sizes is 1.0 mm in each
100 mm of width or fraction thereof.

TABLE 9 Resquared Tolerances for Hot-Dip Metallic-Coated

Sheet
NOTE 1—When cut lengths are specified resquared, the width and
length are not less than the dimensions specified. The individual tolerance
for over-width, over-length, camber, or out-of-square shall not exceed the
stated values.
Inch-Pound Units
For Cut-lengths Over 12 in. in Width
Shall not exceed 1⁄16 in. for cut lengths up to and including 48 in. in width and
up to and including 120 in. in length. For cut lengths wider or longer the appli-
cable tolerance is 1⁄8 in.
SI Units
Shall not exceed 1.6 mm for cut lengths up to and including 1200 mm in width
and up to and including 3000 mm in length. For cut lengths wider or longer, the
applicable tolerance is 3.2 mm.

TABLE 10 Flatness Tolerances for Hot-Dip Metallic-Coated

Sheet, Cut Lengths
NOTE 1—This table applies to all designations except SS, HSLAS and
HSLAS-F.
NOTE 2—This table also applies to sheet cut to length from coils by the
consumer when adequate flattening measures are performed
Inch-Pound Units

Specified Specified Width, in. Flatness

Thickness, in. Over Through Tolerance,A in.

Through 0.048 12 36 ⁄
38

36 60 ⁄
58

60 72 7⁄ 8

Over 0.048 12 36 1⁄ 4

36 60 3⁄ 8

60 72 5⁄ 8

SI Units
Specified Specified Width, mm Flatness
Thickness, mm Tolerance,A mm
Over Through
Through 1.0 300 900 10
900 1500 15
1500 ... 20
Over 1.0 300 900 8
900 1500 10
1500 1800 15
1800 ... 20
A
Maximum deviation from a horizontal flat surface.

15.2 Product that is reported to be unacceptable subsequent to the shipment to the purchaser’s plant, shall be set aside,
adequately protected, and correctly identified. The producer shall be notified as soon as possible to permit a timely investigation.
15.3 Samples that are representative of the rejected product shall be made available to the producer. In the event that the
producer is dissatisfied with the rejection, a rehearing shall be requested.

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TABLE 11 Flatness Tolerances Specified to Restricted Flatness
for Hot-Dip Metallic-Coated Sheet, Cut Lengths
NOTE 1—This table applies to all designations except SS, HSLAS and
HSLAS-F.
Inch-Pound Units
Specified Thick- Specified Specified Flatness
ness, in. Width, in. Length, in. Tolerance,A in.
Over 0.019 over 12 through 36 through 120, inclusive ⁄
14

through 0.032
wider or longer ⁄
38

Over 0.032 over 12 through 48 through 120, inclusive ⁄

18

wider or longer 1⁄ 4

SI Units
Specified Thick- Specified Specified Flatness
ness, mm Width, mm Length, mm Tolerance,A mm
0.35 through 0.8 through 900 through 3000 8
wider or longer 10
Over 0.8 through 1200 through 3000 5
wider or longer 8
A
Maximum deviation from a horizontal flat surface.

TABLE 12 Structural Steel—Flatness Tolerances (Cut Lengths

Only)
NOTE 1—This table also applies to sheets cut to length from coils by the
consumer when adequate flattening measures are performed.
NOTE 2—For Grade 50 [340] (Classes 1, 2, 3, and 4) use 11⁄2 times the
values given in this table.
NOTE 3—For Grade 80 [550], there are no defined flatness standards.
Specified Thickness, Specified Flatness Tolerance
in. [mm] Width, in. [mm] (Maximum Deviation
from a Horizontal
Flat Surface), in. [mm]
Over 0.060 [1.5] to 60 [1500], inclusive ⁄ [12]
12

over 60 [1500] to 72 [1800], inclusive ⁄ [20]

34

0.060 [1.5] and thinnerto 36 [900], inclusive 1⁄2 [12]

over 36 [900] to 60 [1500], inclusive 3⁄4 [20]

over 60 [1500] to 72 [1800], inclusive 1 [25]

16. Certification
16.1 When required by the purchase order, a certificate of compliance or a test report, or both, shall be furnished to the
purchaser.
16.1.1 The certificate of compliance shall include a certification that the product has been manufactured and tested in
accordance with the requirements of the product specification, and that the test results conform to the requirements of that
specification.
16.1.2 The test report shall show the heat analysis and the results of all tests required by the product specification and the order.
16.1.3 These documents shall provide information necessary to identify the product represented; for example, the manufac-
turer’s name or brand, ASTM specification, coating designation, grade (when required), ordered thickness, width, length (if cut
length), and unit identification (heat number, coil number, etc.).
16.1.4 A signature is not required. However, the certification documents shall clearly identify the organization submitting the
information. Notwithstanding the absence of a signature, the organization submitting the documents is responsible for the accuracy
of the information.
16.2 The furnishing of a certificate of compliance or test report, or both, shall not restrict the right of the purchaser to sample
and test the product furnished.
17. Packaging and Package Marking
17.1 It is common practice to use the methods of packaging as listed in the latest revision of Practices A 700, but the purchaser
is permitted to specify other packaging methods.
17.2 As a minimum requirement, the product shall be identified by having the manufacturer’s name or brand, ASTM
specification, coating designation, grade, size, unit weight, purchaser’s order number, and unit identification (that is, ticket number,
coil number, etc.) legibly shown on a tag attached to each coil or shipping unit.
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TABLE 13 High-Strength Low-Alloy Steel and High-Strength
Low-Alloy Steel with Improved Formability—Flatness Tolerances
(Cut Lengths Only)
NOTE 1—This table also applies to sheets cut to length from coils by the
consumer when adequate flattening measures are performed.
Inch-Pound Units
Specified Specified Flatness Tolerances (Maximum Deviation
Thickness, in. Width, in. from a Horizontal Flat Surface), in.
Grade
40 50 55 (Classes 1 and 2) 70 80
60
Over 0.060 to 60, inclusive ⁄
58 3⁄ 4 7 ⁄8 1 1 1⁄ 8
over 60 1 1 1 ⁄8 1 1⁄ 4 1 3 ⁄8 1 1⁄ 2
0.060 and to 36, inclusive 5⁄ 8 3⁄ 4 7 ⁄8 1 1 1⁄ 8
thinner
over 36 to 60, inclusive 1 11⁄8 1 1⁄ 4 1 3 ⁄8 1 1⁄ 2
over 60 1 3 ⁄8 1 1 ⁄2 1 5⁄ 8 1 3 ⁄4 1 7⁄ 8
SI Units
Flatness Tolerances (Maximum Deviation
from a Horizontal Flat Surface), mm
Grade
275 340 380 (Classes 1 and 2) 480 550
410
Over 1.5 to 1500, 15 20 22 25 30
inclusive
over 1500 25 30 32 35 38
1.5 and thinnerto 900, 15 20 22 25 30
inclusive
over 900 25 30 32 35 33
to 1500,
inclusive
over 1500 35 38 40 45 48

TABLE 14 Width Tolerances—Narrow Widths for Hot-Dip

Metallic-Coated Sheet, Coil and Cut Lengths, Not Resquared
NOTE 1—This table applies to widths produced by slitting from wider
sheet.
NOTE 2—The specified width range captions noted as follows are also
applied when sheet is specified to width tolerance all over, nothing under.
In such cases, the stated tolerances are doubled.
NOTE 3—Tolerances based upon practice found to be generally fol-
lowed by producers.
Inch-Pound Units
Specified Thickness, in. Tolerances Over and Under Specified Width, in.
From 2 Over 6 Over 9
Over Through
through 6 through 9 through 12
0.014 0.068 0.008 0.016 0.032
0.068 0.083 0.012 0.016 0.032
0.083 0.110 0.016 0.032 0.032
0.110 0.187 0.032 0.032 0.032
SI Units
Specified Width, mm
Width Tolerance, Over and Under, mm
Over Through
50 100 0.3
100 200 0.4
200 300 0.8

ordered in either coil or cut lengths. Since many of the metallic-coated products are stamped with a permanent ink (not water
soluble), the purchaser shall be very specific when placing an order as to the requirements on sheet marking.
17.4 The purchase order shall include the specific loading instructions.
17.5 When specified in the contract or order, and for direct shipments to the U.S. Federal government, marking for shipment
shall be in accordance with Fed. Std. No. 123 for civil agencies.

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TABLE 15 Length Tolerances—Narrow Widths for Hot-Dip
Metallic-Coated Sheet, Cut Lengths, Not Resquared
NOTE 1—This table applies to widths of 2 to 12 in. [50 to 300 mm] incl,
that have been produced by slitting from wider sheet.
Inch-Pound Units

Specified Length, in. Tolerance Over Specified

Length, No Tolerance
Over Through Under, in.
from 24 60 ⁄
12

60 120 ⁄
34

120 240 1
SI Units

Specified Length, mm Tolerance Over Specified

Length, No Tolerance
Over Through Under, mm
600 1500 15
1500 3000 20
3000 6000 25

TABLE 16 Camber Tolerances—Narrow Widths for Hot-Dip

Metallic-Coated Sheet, in Coils
NOTE 1—This table applies to widths of 2 to 12 in. [50 to 300 mm] incl,
that have been produced by slitting from wider sheet.
Inch-Pound Units
The camber tolerance is 1⁄4 in. in any 8 ft.
SI Units
The camber tolerance is 5.0 mm in any 2000 mm.

18. Keywords
18.1 aluminum-coated iron/steel; aluminum-zinc alloy-coated steel, 55 %; coating; coatings—aluminum; coatings—55 %
aluminum-zinc; coatings—hot-dip; coatings—metallic; coatings—terne metal; coatings—zinc (hot-dip); coatings—zinc-5 %
aluminum; coatings—zinc-aluminum-magnesium; corrosion; hot-dip; metallic-coated; sheet; steel; steel products—hot-dip
coatings; steel sheet—aluminum-coated; steel sheet—terne coated; steel sheet—zinc-aluminum-magnesium alloy-coated; steel
sheet—zinc-coated (galvanized); zinc-aluminum-magnesium alloy-coated steel; zinc-coated iron/steel

APPENDIXES

(Nonmandatory Information)

X1. PRODUCT INFORMATION

X1.1 Coating Thickness Measurements with Magnetic Gauges—A reasonable estimate of weight [mass] of coating may be
obtained by converting coating thickness measurements made with magnetic gauges. An accuracy of 615 % in determining the
thickness may be realized by following the recommended practice for magnetic instruments described in Practice E 376. This test
may be used as a basis for acceptance, but rejection shall be governed by the weight [mass] of coating tests described in Section
8.

X2. MILL-APPLIED CHEMICAL TREATMENTS ON METALLIC COATED SHEET STEELS

X2.1 The chemical treatments for metallic-coated coil described in this section of the appendix are specific to those that require
little reaction time, can be roll-applied (flood & squeegee or chemcoater) and dried with simple heating capability at the exit end
of the metallic coating line. This is in contrast to those that require several step immersion baths and longer reaction times typically
utilized on coil paint lines. The products are divided into three groups based on the following characteristics: (1) surface protection
only, (2) formability enhancement, and (3) a combination of surface protection and formability enhancement.
X2.2 Formability Enhancement
X2.2.1 Dried-in-Place Phosphate Coatings—These tri-metal [Zn-Mn-Ni], tricationic microcrystalline phosphate crystals are
applied as a surface treatment within a 0.5–1.5g/m2 coating weight range. Application is generally performed from an aqueous
solution utilizing a pair of rubber rolls. The coated surface is dried using a simple IR or convection oven, heating the strip to a

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temperature high enough to drive off water. The phosphate coating is often oiled using simple mill oil in order to inhibit corrosion
and moisture pickup by the phosphate crystals during transport and storage. This type of coating is applied to aid in formability.
Once formed, these products are cleaned, and rephosphated prior to painting.
X2.2.2 Soap Lubricants—Alkaline-based soap lubricants can be roll-applied from aqueous solution and dried by driving off
water. Coating weights vary by application. These materials are utilized to enhance formability. Moisture uptake is a problem in
humid environments that may lead to surface corrosion and short blanking during the forming operation. Soaps are more
commonly utilized over heavily pigmented [rough] prepainted surfaces.

X2.3 Surface Protection

X2.3.1 Chrome Bearing Inorganic Passivation Coatings— These coatings are spray/squeegee or roll-applied from an aqueous
solution containing eitherCr+6 or Cr+3. The Cr+6 containing coatings are true passivants utilized as a protection against storage stain
and transit corrosion and applied between 1-3 gm/m2. Shortly after application, most of the Cr+6 oxidizes to Cr+3. The remaining
Cr+6 allows for repassivation when the surface is minimally damaged [scratched], providing a unique self-healing capability.
However, over long periods of time, the Cr+6 oxidizes completely to Cr +3. These materials are generally not considered paintable
without extreme removal techniques. The passivation mechanism of Cr+3 is similar, but more difficult to achieve. Hence, the less
effective Cr+3 coatings are applied at coating weights 3-5 times greater than the Cr+6 versions. Many of the Cr+3 based coatings
are paintable utilizing normal cleaning methods.
X2.3.2 Chrome Bearing Organic Coatings—Generally applied from acrylic polymer solutions containing Cr+6 or Cr +3
constituents, these coatings are applied in the 3-5 g/m2 coating weight range. Roll-application and drying are recommended prior
to coiling. Characteristics include the reduction or elimination of storage and transit corrosion. While some of these products are
paintable within a prescribed timeframe, it is recommended to check with the supplier regarding durability of post-painted product.
X2.3.3 Chrome-Free Coatings—True chrome free coatings can be manufactured from both organic and inorganic materials that
may be pigmented with calcium phosphates, titanium silicon phosphates, etc. These are roll-applied from solution and dried. While
most of these coatings accept a post-paint, it is recommended to verify durability of particular systems with the supplier.

X2.4 Formability Enhancement and Surface Protection

X2.4.1 Acrylic Coatings—Permanent and alkaline-removable solid film acrylic coatings can be applied from aqueous solutions
at coating weights between 144–360 mg/in.2. Note that some of these coatings require a minimum peak metal temperature of 125C
for drying in order to drive off water and inhibit moisture migration through the coating that can lead to corrosion of the strip. The
low surface friction characteristics of these coatings are excellent for formability enhancement, irrespective of strip surface finish.
No oiling of the strip is required. Excellent storage and transit corrosion protection can be expected. The permanent coatings are
paintable unless formulated with silicon pigments or wax. The non-permanent coating is easily removed in a standard alkaline
cleaner, subsequent to which standard phosphating and painting techniques can be utilized on the metallic coated strip. The
removable coatings provide excellent protection from dirt and soil in order to enhance phosphating and painting.

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

Committee A05 has identified the location of selected changes to this standard since the last issue
(A 924/A 924M - 08a) that may impact the use of this standard. (May 1, 2009)
(1) Table 2: Added thickness tolerance value to column through .023 in. gauge and row 60 in.– 72 in. wide (column through 0.4
mm gauge and row over 1500 mm wide).
(2) Table 2 and Table 3: Changed minimum gauge to nominal gauge.
(3) Table 3: Changed the lightest gauge column to 3 columns by adding 2 groupings of gauge.

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TABLE X2.1 Surface Treatment Property and Characteristic Comparison
CHEMICAL TREATMENT Properties Chemical Characteristics
Formable Paintable Storage Transit Cr+6 Cr+3 Non- Non- Crystalline Acrylic Soap
Stain Corrosion Chrome Chrome Polymer Base
Protection Protection Solution Pigments Base
Zinc Phosphate and Oil U U U U U U
Soap Lubricants U After U U U U
removal
Inorganic [Cr-bearing] U Check U U U U
with
supplier
Organic [Cr bearing] U Check U U U U U
with
supplier
Organic [Cr Free] U Check U U U U U
with
supplier
Inorganic [Cr Free] U Check U U U U U
with
supplier
Acrylic Solid Film [Permanent] U When U U U
without
Si or wax
Acrylic Solid Film [Removable] U U U U U
Inorganic [Cr-bearing] U Check U U U
with
supplier
Note also that other properties can either be inherent to or incorporated into the chemical treatments listed above. As many properties are formula driven, all cannot
be incorporated here. Check with the supplier for product tailoring when properties such as resistivity, weldability, anti-fingerprinting, microbial resistance, tinting or
transparency are specified or required.

Committee A05 has identified the location of selected changes to this standard since the last issue,
A 924/A 924M - 08, that may impact the use of this standard. (November 1, 2008)
(1) Revised Section 8 to include product produced to single side/single spot coating mass requirements..
Committee A05 has identified the location of selected changes to this standard since the last issue,
A 924/A 924M - 07, that may impact the use of this standard. (June 1, 2008)
(1) Added Appendix X2.
(2) Revised 9.1 to reflect new tables (2-16).
(3) Revised 9.2.1 to include new tables for flatness tolerance.
(4) Added Table 12 and Table 13.
(5) Revised Note 1 to Table 10 and added Note 1 to Table 11.
(6) Revised 7.2.1.1, and added 7.2.1.2 and 7.2.1.3.

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