This practice covers procedures to perform JK-type inclusion ratings using automatic image analysis in accordance with microscopical methods A and D of Test Methods E 45.

Formerly under the jurisdiction of Committee E04 on Metallography, this practice was withdrawn in June 2006, and replaced with E 45 Test Methods for Determining the Inclusion Content of Steel

1.1 This practice covers procedures to perform JK-type inclusion ratings using automatic image analysis in accordance with microscopical methods A and D of Practice E 45.

1.2 This practice deals only with the recommended test methods and nothing in it should be construed as defining or establishing limits of acceptability for any grade of steel or other alloy where the method is appropriate.

1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. Values in parentheses are conversions and are approximate.

1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.