BS EN 12163:1998 specifies the composition, property requirements and dimensional tolerances for copper and copper alloy rod supplied in straight lengths, intended for general purposes.
The sampling procedures and the methods of test for verification of conformity to the requirements of this standard are also specified.
This standard covers designations, ordering information, composition and mechanical property requirements, sampling, test methods, declaration of conformity and inspection documentation, marking, labeling and packaging of the rods.