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📘 ASTM Engineering Specifications

No.	ASTM Designation	Standard Title	Scope / Description
1	A240	Standard Specification for Chromium and Chromium-Nickel Stainless Steel Plate, Sheet, and Strip for Pressure Vessels and for General Applications	Stainless steel materials used for structural or engine parts.
2	A322	Standard Specification for Steel Bars, Alloy, Standard Grades	Alloy steel bars used in shafts, gears, and drive components.
3	A370	Standard Test Methods and Definitions for Mechanical Testing of Steel Products	Defines tensile, bend, impact, and hardness tests for steel.
4	A401	Standard Specification for Steel Wire, Chromium-Silicon Alloy	High-strength wire used in automotive springs.
5	A536	Standard Specification for Ductile Iron Castings	Ductile iron materials for powertrain housings and brackets.
6	A693	Standard Specification for Precipitation-Hardening Stainless and Heat-Resisting Steel Plate, Sheet, and Strip	Used for corrosion-resistant, high-strength parts.
7	A707	Standard Specification for Forged Carbon and Alloy Steel Flanges for Low-Temperature Service	Forged steel components for heavy-duty vehicle systems.
8	A792	Standard Specification for Steel Sheet, 55% Aluminum-Zinc Alloy-Coated by the Hot-Dip Process	Surface-coated sheet steel used for protective casings.
9	A877	Standard Specification for Steel Wire, High-Carbon, Cold-Drawn	For mechanical springs and tension elements.
10	A885	Standard Specification for Steel Wire, High-Strength, Zinc-Coated (Galvanized)	Galvanized steel wire for mechanical applications.
11	A897	Standard Specification for Austempered Ductile Iron Castings	Enhanced ductile iron for high strength automotive parts.
12	B85	Standard Specification for Aluminum-Alloy Die Castings	Common aluminum alloys for transmission or housing.
13	B117	Standard Practice for Operating Salt Spray (Fog) Apparatus	Corrosion resistance testing for coatings and materials.
14	B179	Standard Specification for Aluminum Alloys in Ingot and Molten Forms for Castings	Base aluminum alloys used for casting.
15	B210	Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Drawn Seamless Tubes	Tubular aluminum parts used in cooling and power systems.
16	B221	Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Extruded Bars, Rods, Wire, Profiles, and Tubes	Common for automotive structural and heat-sink parts.
17	B308	Standard Specification for Aluminum-Alloy 6061-T6 Standard Structural Profiles	Aluminum profile materials for lightweight structures.
18	B328	Standard Test Method for Density, Oil Content, and Interconnected Porosity of Sintered Metal Structural Parts	Sintered metal component property measurement.
19	D2000	Standard Classification System for Rubber Products in Automotive Applications	Rubber material classification system (seals, gaskets).
20	D2240	Standard Test Method for Rubber Property—Durometer Hardness	Measures hardness of elastomeric materials.
21	D3951	Standard Practice for Commercial Packaging	Defines packaging standards for parts and materials.
22	D471	Standard Test Method for Rubber Property—Effect of Liquids	Compatibility of rubber materials with fluids.
23	D4894	Standard Specification for Polyamide (PA) Resins for Molding and Extrusion	Engineering plastics (nylon) used in connectors or housings.
24	D638	Standard Test Method for Tensile Properties of Plastics	Tensile testing of polymer and composite materials.
25	D910	Standard Specification for Aviation Gasolines	Fuel properties (often referenced in performance fuel compatibility).
26	D1493	Standard Test Method for Oxidation Stability of Lubricating Oils	Evaluates oxidation performance of engine oils.
27	D2809	Standard Test Method for Cavitation Corrosion and Erosion-Corrosion Characteristics of Aluminum Pumps	For evaluating coolant compatibility and corrosion.
28	D4378	Standard Practice for In-Service Monitoring of Mineral Turbine Oils for Steam and Gas Turbines	Lubricant monitoring method.
29	D4950	Standard Classification and Specification for Automotive Service Greases	Defines service categories and requirements for greases.
30	D4718	Standard Practice for Correction of Unit Weight and Water Content for Soils Containing Oversize Particles	(Geotechnical reference, occasionally used for material substrate testing).
31	E8/E8M	Standard Test Methods for Tension Testing of Metallic Materials	Standard tensile testing for metals.
32	E18	Standard Test Methods for Rockwell Hardness of Metallic Materials	Hardness testing of metal parts.
33	E140	Standard Hardness Conversion Tables for Metals	Conversion between different hardness scales.
34	E505	Standard Reference Radiographs for Inspection of Aluminum and Magnesium Castings	Radiographic inspection quality reference.
35	E155	Standard Reference Radiographs for Inspection of Aluminum and Magnesium Castings	Radiographic inspection standard for foundries.
36	E273	Standard Test Method for Measuring Thickness of Anodic Coatings on Aluminum	Used for verifying anodized aluminum components.

📘 ISO Standards List

No.	ISO Designation	Standard Title	Scope / Description
1	ISO 7-1	Pipe threads where pressure-tight joints are made on the threads — Part 1: Dimensions, tolerances and designation	Defines pipe thread geometry and tolerances for fluid systems.
2	ISO 7-2	Pipe threads where pressure-tight joints are made on the threads — Part 2: Verification by means of limit gauges	Specifies gauging and inspection of threaded joints.
3	ISO 281	Rolling bearings — Dynamic load ratings and rating life	Bearing life calculation and rating method.
4	ISO 261	ISO general purpose metric screw threads — General plan	Establishes the metric thread series.
5	ISO 2768-1	General tolerances — Part 1: Linear and angular dimensions without individual tolerance indications	Defines general machining tolerances.
6	ISO 2768-2	General tolerances — Part 2: Geometrical tolerances for features without individual tolerance indications	Defines shape and position tolerances.
7	ISO 3290-1	Rolling bearings — Balls — Part 1: Steel balls	Requirements for bearing-grade steel balls.
8	ISO 3290-2	Rolling bearings — Balls — Part 2: Ceramic balls	Material and dimensional requirements for ceramic balls.
9	ISO 4042	Fasteners — Electroplated coatings	Coating requirements for bolts, screws, and nuts.
10	ISO 4406	Hydraulic fluid power — Fluids — Method for coding the level of contamination by solid particles	Standard for cleanliness levels in hydraulic fluids.
11	ISO 4762	Hexagon socket head cap screws	Dimensional standard for socket head screws.
12	ISO 4783-2	Industrial wire screens — Methods for designation and wire diameters	Defines test sieve and wire screen parameters.
13	ISO 565	Test sieves — Metal wire cloth, perforated metal plate and electroformed sheet	Standard for sieve mesh sizes.
14	ISO 1043-1	Plastics — Symbols and abbreviated terms — Part 1: Basic polymers and their special characteristics	Defines abbreviations for plastics (PA, PBT, PC, etc.).
15	ISO 1043-2	Plastics — Symbols and abbreviated terms — Part 2: Fillers and reinforcing materials	Classification for glass fiber, carbon, etc.
16	ISO 1043-3	Plastics — Symbols and abbreviated terms — Part 3: Plasticizers	Chemical modifiers and designations.
17	ISO 1043-4	Plastics — Symbols and abbreviated terms — Part 4: Flame retardants	Definitions of flame-retardant types.
18	ISO 1302	Geometrical Product Specifications (GPS) — Indication of surface texture in technical product documentation	Defines surface roughness notation.
19	ISO 15071	Fasteners — Bolts, screws and studs — Nominal lengths, and thread lengths for general purpose bolts	Defines standard length ranges.
20	ISO 1513	Paints and varnishes — Examination and preparation of test samples	Test sample preparation for coatings.
21	ISO 15202	Workplace air — Determination of metals and metalloids in airborne particulate matter	Used for environmental and safety testing.
22	ISO 15746-1	Automation systems and integration — Advanced control systems for machines and plants — Part 1: Framework	Framework for manufacturing automation systems.
23	ISO 1629	Rubber and latices — Nomenclature	Defines rubber material code system (e.g., NBR, EPDM).
24	ISO 16232 (1–10)	Road vehicles — Cleanliness of components of fluid circuits	Defines particle contamination testing of fluid system parts (fuel, oil, coolant).
25	ISO 16407	Electronic fee collection — Evaluation of equipment for conformity	Testing methods for EFC systems.
26	ISO 16528	Boilers and pressure vessels — Performance requirements	Pressure equipment safety design.
27	ISO 16750 (implied by similar numbering)	Road vehicles — Environmental conditions and testing for electrical/electronic equipment	Durability tests for E/E parts.
28	ISO 16949 / IATF 16949:2002	Quality management systems — Particular requirements for automotive production and relevant service part organizations	Core automotive QMS requirement (replaces QS-9000).
29	ISO 21771	Gears — Cylindrical involute gears and gear pairs — Concepts and geometry	Defines gear tooth geometry and tolerances.
30	ISO 2409	Paints and varnishes — Cross-cut test	Adhesion testing of coatings.
31	ISO 3522	Plastics — Moulding compounds and test specimens — Preparation	Test sample preparation for polymer molding.
32	ISO 4287	Geometrical Product Specifications — Surface texture: Profile method — Terms, definitions, and surface texture parameters	Defines Ra, Rz, and related surface parameters.
33	ISO 4288	Geometrical Product Specifications — Surface texture: Profile method — Rules and procedures for the assessment of surface texture	Procedures for roughness measurement.
34	ISO 4768	Surface roughness measurement (legacy)	Former version of surface finish requirements.
35	ISO 6157-3	Fasteners — Surface discontinuities — Part 3: Bolts, screws, and studs with special properties	Defines allowable surface defects.
36	ISO 8042	Vibration and shock — Human exposure — Measuring instrumentation	Vibration measurement reference.
37	ISO 9001:2015	Quality management systems — Requirements	Global QMS standard for all industries.
38	ISO 13565-1/-2/-3	Surface texture — Roughness parameters for filtered profiles	Defines functional surface parameters (Rk, Rpk, Rvk).
39	ISO 14583 / 14588	Hexalobular socket pan head screws	Fastener specification.
40	ISO/TR 10017:2003	Guidance on statistical techniques for ISO 9001:2000	Explains use of statistical methods in QMS.

📘 DIN Standards List

No	DIN Designation	Standard Title	Scope / Description
001	DIN 17440	Stainless steels — Technical delivery conditions for drawn wire	Specifies delivery conditions for general-purpose stainless steel drawn wire. Used in mechanical and electrical components.
002	DIN 7168-1 / -2	General tolerances for linear and angular dimensions	Defines general tolerance classes (fine, medium, coarse) for machined parts; reference for dimensioning without individual tolerances.
003	DIN 513 (Parts 1–3)	Testing of lubricants	Provides standard test procedures for lubricants, including wear resistance, corrosion and viscosity performance.
004	DIN 17223 (Parts 1–3)	Steel wire for springs	Specifies grades, mechanical properties and testing of spring steel wire for automotive use.
005	DIN 17262	Copper and copper alloys — Forgings	Specifies compositions, mechanical and dimensional tolerances for copper forgings used in electrical connectors and terminals.
006	DIN 17662	Aluminum and aluminum alloys — Ingots for remelting	Defines requirements for aluminum alloy ingots and molten metal used for casting applications.
007	DIN 1787	Aluminum and aluminum alloys — Drawn seamless tubes	Specifies requirements for aluminum tubes used in cooling, structural or electrical systems.
008	DIN 2093	Disc springs — Quality, dimensions, and tolerances	Defines materials, dimensions, and quality control for Belleville washers (disc springs).
009	DIN 2391-1 / -2	Seamless precision steel tubes	Specifies tolerances, mechanical properties, and delivery conditions for cold-drawn seamless tubes (hydraulic lines, shafts, etc.).
010	DIN 2393	Welded precision steel tubes	Defines dimensions, tolerances, and mechanical properties for welded precision tubes used in machinery and automotive assemblies.
011	DIN 3015	Clamps for tubes, pipes, hoses and cables	Specifies design, dimensions, and materials of tube clamps for fluid systems.
012	DIN 3960–3967	Cylindrical gears — Definitions, tolerances, inspection	Establishes terminology and methods for gear geometry, accuracy grades, and inspection.
013	DIN 472	Retaining rings for bores	Dimensions, materials, and performance of retaining rings for holes (snap rings).
014	DIN 471	Retaining rings for shafts	Same as above, but for external shafts. Common in motor assemblies.
015	DIN 5401	Rolling bearings — Balls	Defines tolerances, hardness, and surface quality for bearing balls.
016	DIN 625	Rolling bearings — Boundary dimensions	Specifies standardized dimensions of rolling bearings for interchangeability.
017	DIN 660	Solid rivets — Materials and dimensions	Standardizes geometry and materials for solid rivets.
018	DIN 6796	Conical spring washers for bolted connections	Defines dimensions and mechanical characteristics for spring washers to maintain preload.
019	DIN 6912 / 6914 / 6916	Hexagon socket head cap screws, structural bolts, washers	Specifies metric fasteners for high-strength bolted joints.
020	DIN 912	Hexagon socket head cap screws	Dimensions, material grades, and mechanical properties for metric socket head screws.
021	DIN 933 / 934	Hexagon head bolts and nuts	Defines thread geometry and mechanical classes for standard fasteners.
022	DIN 965 / 966	Cross recessed (Phillips) screws	Specifies cross recessed countersunk head screws and related drive dimensions.
023	DIN 931 / 933	Hexagon bolts with metric threads	Defines partially and fully threaded hexagon bolts used widely in machinery.
024	DIN 980	Prevailing torque type all-metal hexagon nuts	Specifies nuts with deformed threads providing self-locking function.
025	DIN 985	Hexagon nuts with non-metallic insert (nylon lock nuts)	Self-locking nuts with nylon inserts; used for vibration-resistant fastening.
026	DIN 10083	Steels for quenching and tempering	Specifies chemical composition and heat treatment conditions for quenched and tempered steels.
027	DIN 10130	Cold rolled low-carbon steel sheet	Requirements for mechanical and surface properties for cold-rolled sheets used in forming.
028	DIN 10139	Cold rolled strip made of unalloyed and low-alloy steel	Defines cold-rolled steel strip for precision and spring components.
029	DIN 10204	Metallic products — Types of inspection documents	Defines material certification types (2.1, 2.2, 3.1, 3.2). Used for PPAP and traceability.
030	DIN 125	Plain washers — Product grade A and C	Standard dimensions and tolerances for flat washers.
031	DIN 127	Spring lock washers	Defines shape and hardness for split spring washers used for locking.
032	DIN 1587	Hexagon domed cap nuts	Decorative or protective nuts for threaded ends.
033	DIN 267	Fasteners — Technical delivery conditions	General requirements for fastener materials, testing, and mechanical properties.
034	DIN 4716	Sealing rings for shafts and bores	Specifies elastomer sealing rings (O-rings and rotary seals).
035	DIN 4844	Graphical symbols — Safety signs	Defines shapes and colors for industrial safety markings.
036	DIN 50014 / 50015	Standard atmospheres for conditioning and testing	Defines standard ambient conditions for testing materials and products.
037	DIN 50125	Testing of metallic materials — Tensile test specimens	Defines specimen dimensions for tensile testing.
038	DIN 50961	Electroplated coatings of zinc and zinc alloys	Requirements for zinc electroplating on ferrous materials (thickness, adhesion, corrosion).
039	DIN 5480 / 5482	Involute splines — Dimensions and tolerances	Defines tooth geometry, fit classes, and inspection for splined shafts and hubs.
040	DIN 582	Lifting eye nuts	Specifies thread dimensions and load ratings for lifting eye nuts.
041	DIN 580	Lifting eye bolts	Specifies mechanical and dimensional requirements for lifting eye bolts.
042	DIN 6885	Parallel keys and keyways	Defines dimensions and tolerances for shaft–hub key connections.
043	DIN 9127	Assembly drawings — Technical documentation	Establishes standard requirements for engineering drawings and assembly documentation.
044	DIN EN ISO 9001	Quality management systems — Requirements	Defines requirements for QMS applicable to production and service organizations.
045	DIN EN ISO 14001	Environmental management systems — Requirements	Specifies framework for environmental management systems (EMS).
046	DIN EN ISO 2768	General tolerances	Unified general tolerances replacing DIN 7168 for newer designs.
047	DIN EN ISO 4287 / 4288	Surface texture — Parameters and measurement	Defines surface roughness parameters (Ra, Rz, etc.) and measurement procedures.
048	DIN EN 10277	Bright steel products	Specifies technical delivery conditions for cold-finished steel bars.
049	DIN EN 10247	Magnetic particle testing	Defines acceptance levels for surface discontinuities.
050	DIN EN 10204	Metallic products — Inspection documents	Same as 029; integrated into EN framework.

📘 JIS Standards List

No.	JIS Designation	Standard Title	Scope / Description
001	JIS B 0021	Tolerances of Linear and Angular Dimensions	Specifies tolerance grades and limits of size for linear and angular dimensions.
002	JIS B 0023	Geometrical Product Specifications (GPS) — Terms and Definitions	Defines key geometric dimensioning and tolerancing terminology.
003	JIS B 0203	Pipe Threads for Pressure-tight Joints	Specifies pipe thread forms and dimensions for pressure-sealed joints.
004	JIS B 0262	Pipe Threads — Whitworth Thread Form	Defines the thread profile and dimensions for Whitworth-type pipe threads.
005	JIS B 0403	Screw Threads — Gauges and Gauging	Specifies thread gauges, their limits and gauging procedures.
006	JIS B 0405	Metric Screw Threads — Tolerances	Defines tolerance classes for external and internal ISO metric threads.
007	JIS B 0415	Metric Fine Screw Threads	Specifies pitch, diameter, and tolerance combinations for fine-pitch threads.
008	JIS B 0419	ISO Metric Screw Threads — Limits and Fits	Defines combinations of fits between mating threads.
009	JIS B 1071	Hexagon Socket Head Cap Screws	Specifies dimensions, materials, and mechanical properties of socket screws.
010	JIS B 1176	Hexagon Head Bolts	Defines dimensions and mechanical requirements for hex head bolts.
011	JIS B 1180-2004	Hexagon Head Bolts (Updated)	Updated version aligned with ISO bolt standards.
012	JIS B 1194-2006	Hexagon Socket Set Screws	Specifies requirements for set screws used in assemblies.
013	JIS B 1702-1	Cylindrical Gears — ISO System of Accuracy	Defines accuracy grades and tolerance limits for cylindrical gears.
014	JIS B 1017-2008	Hexagon Socket Head Screws	Specifies geometry, mechanical properties, and testing of socket screws.
015	JIS D 1601	Vibration Testing Methods for Automotive Parts	Specifies automotive vibration test procedures and conditions.
016	JIS G 3131	Hot-Rolled Mild Steel Plates, Sheets and Strips	Defines mechanical properties and chemical composition for mild steels.
017	JIS G 3141	Cold-Reduced Carbon Steel Sheets and Strips	Specifies cold-rolled steel sheet grades for general and automotive applications.
018	JIS G 3311	Cold-Rolled Steel Strip for Springs	Defines steel grades suitable for spring fabrication.
019	JIS G 3502	Carbon Tool Steels	Specifies steels used for manufacturing cutting tools.
020	JIS G 3507-2	Carbon Tool Steels — Part 2	Provides specific mechanical property and heat-treatment requirements.
021	JIS G 3521	Copper Wires for Electrical Purposes	Specifies copper wire properties for electric conductors.
022	JIS G 3522	Copper Wire Rods	Defines composition and dimensional tolerances for copper rods.
023	JIS G 3539	Tinned Copper Wires	Defines properties of copper wires coated with tin for electrical use.
024	JIS G 3560	High Tensile Strength Steel	Specifies steels for high-strength structural and automotive applications.
025	JIS G 3561	Low Alloy Steels	Defines low-alloy steels used in automotive and mechanical structures.
026	JIS G 4051	Carbon Steels for Machine Structural Use	Specifies carbon steel grades for machine parts.
027	JIS G 4052	Alloy Steels for Machine Structural Use	Defines alloy composition and mechanical properties for machine use.
028	JIS G 4053	Structural Alloy Steels for Machine Use	Specifies steel grades used in automotive shafts, gears, and structural parts.
029	JIS G 4105	Chromium-Molybdenum Steels	Defines steels for use in machine and automotive structural components.
030	JIS G 4401	Carbon Tool Steels	Specifies steels for tools with good hardness and toughness.
031	JIS G 4403	Tool Steels	Defines alloy tool steels for mechanical and die-making applications.
032	JIS G 4404	Alloy Tool Steels	Specifies requirements for high-alloy tool steels.
033	JIS G 4804	Structural Alloy Steels	Defines steels for structural and mechanical applications.
034	JIS G 4805	Nickel-Chromium Steels	Specifies Ni-Cr steels for structural and mechanical uses.
035	JIS G 5501	Gray Iron Castings	Specifies grades and mechanical properties for gray cast iron.
036	JIS G 5502	Spheroidal Graphite Cast Iron	Defines ductile iron grades and test requirements.
037	JIS G 5757	Surface Finishing — Painting of Metal Parts	Specifies coating requirements and adhesion test methods.
038	JIS H 3100	Aluminum and Aluminum Alloy Sheets	Defines composition, mechanical properties, and tolerances.
039	JIS H 5202	Aluminum Alloy Castings	Specifies aluminum casting alloy compositions and mechanical requirements.
040	JIS H 8610	Aluminum and Aluminum Alloy Extruded Profiles	Defines shapes, tolerances, and physical requirements for extrusions.
041	JIS H 8625	Anodic Oxidation Coatings on Aluminum	Specifies anodizing film requirements and test procedures.
042	JIS Z 2201	Test Pieces for Tensile Testing	Defines specimen shapes and sizes for tensile testing.
043	JIS Z 2241	Methods for Tensile Testing of Metallic Materials	Specifies tensile test procedures for metals.
044	JIS Z 2371	Salt Spray Test Methods	Defines methods for corrosion resistance testing via salt mist exposure.
045	JIS Z 3183	Brazing Filler Metals	Specifies composition and classification of brazing materials.
046	JIS Z 8317	Surface Roughness — Terms and Definitions	Defines surface texture parameters and terminology.
047	JIS Z 8318	Surface Roughness — Measurement Methods	Specifies methods and instruments for measuring surface roughness.
048	JIS Z 8901	General Rules for Test Sieves	Defines standard sieve mesh sizes and dimensional tolerances.

📘 SAE Standards List

No	SAE Designation	Standard Title	Scope / Description
1	SAE J403	Chemical Compositions of SAE Carbon Steels	Specifies alloying element limits and chemical composition designations for SAE carbon steels used in automotive components.
2	SAE J404	Chemical Compositions of SAE Alloy Steels	Defines chemical composition ranges for common SAE alloy steels (used for shafts, gears, structural parts).
3	SAE J405	Chemical Compositions of SAE High-Strength Steels	Chemical and grade definitions for high-strength steels for structural and safety components.
4	SAE J126	Steel Wire — Mechanical Properties	Mechanical property requirements and test methods for steel wire used in springs and fasteners.
5	SAE J197 / J197?	Vehicle engineering / test procedures (identifier from list)	General vehicle/engineering test procedures or guideline—applies to component test protocols and reporting.
6	SAE J200	Classification System for Rubber Materials	Classification and designation codes for elastomers used in automotive seals, hoses and vibration parts.
7	SAE J2311	Guide for Rubber Compounding	Guidance on formulating rubber compounds for automotive applications (compatibility, aging, mechanical properties).
8	SAE J239	Vehicle Electrical Systems Test Procedures (identifier)	Electrical test methods / environmental tests for vehicle wiring and components (voltage, surge, insulation).
9	SAE J252	Specification for Electrical Terminals	Dimensional, material and performance requirements for conductive terminals used in automotive connectors.
10	SAE J259	Electrical Connector Performance Standards	Performance tests (mating, retention, contact resistance, environmental) for connectors.
11	SAE J431	Specification for Automotive Gray Iron Castings	Chemical, mechanical and quality requirements for grey iron castings used in engine and structure parts.
12	SAE J434	Specification for Ductile Iron Castings	Requirements for ductile (spheroidal) iron castings: mechanical properties and heat treatment.
13	SAE J452	Specification for Brass and Bronze Alloys (identifier)	Composition and mechanical requirements for copper alloys used in electrical and mechanical parts.
14	SAE J459	Specification for Electrical Copper Alloys	Defines grades of copper alloys for conductivity and mechanical use in electrical components.
15	SAE J484	Standard for Copper Base Alloy Castings	Delivery and quality requirements for copper-base alloy castings used in electrical/mechanical parts.
16	SAE J864	Automotive Electrical Terminals	Performance, plating, dimensional and test methods for crimp and removable terminals.
17	SAE J864b	Automotive Connector Performance — Revision B	Revised requirements and test procedures for terminals/connectors (improved durability/compatibility).
18	SAE J1099	Automotive Lighting / Wiring (identifier)	Standards or recommended practices for lighting or related wiring harness components.
19	SAE J1268	Performance Test for Automotive Harness Connectors	Environmental, mechanical and electrical evaluation methods for harness connectors.
20	SAE J1390	Connector Contact Performance Standards	Contact design, plating, insertion/removal forces, and electrical performance requirements.
21	SAE J1392	Electrical Connector Durability Test	Durability cycling, contact resistance monitoring and environmental stress tests for connectors.
22	SAE J1459	Automotive Wiring Harness Performance	Design, installation and test methods for wire harness assemblies (mechanical & electrical).
23	SAE J150	Electrical Insulation Resistance Test Methods	Methods to measure insulation resistance for wires, cables and electrical components.
24	SAE J156	Connector Retention & Mechanical Tests	Mechanical retention, locking features, and performance under vibration/shock for connectors.
25	SAE J1710m	Moisture Resistance Tests for Connectors	Test procedures and criteria for connector performance under humidity and moisture ingress.
26	SAE J1739	Potential Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)	Guidelines and recommended practice for conducting FMEA for automotive systems and components.
27	SAE J179	Design & Test Procedures for Electrical Terminals	Design parameters and test methods for terminals (crimp quality, fatigue, contact resistance).
28	SAE J2006	Exhaust / Hose Standard (identifier)	Standard related to specific component families (e.g., hoses, exhaust) — covers materials and tests.
29	SAE J220	Wiring Harness Insulation Abrasion Resistance	Test methods and acceptance criteria for abrasion resistance of wire insulation in harnesses.
30	SAE J240	Automotive Electrical Cable Test Methods	Electrical, mechanical and environmental tests for automotive cable assemblies.
31	SAE J244	Connector Engagement Force / Mating Tests	Specifies measurement of insertion/extraction forces and connector mating reliability.
32	SAE J2799	Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vehicle Communications	Defines communication protocols and security for hydrogen fuel-cell vehicle systems (e.g. H2 fueling).
33	SAE J400	Test for Paint Chip / Coating Resistance	Methods for assessing paint/coating adhesion and chip resistance on automotive surfaces.
34	SAE AMS-S-6090A	AMS — Corrosion-Resistant Steel Bars & Shapes	Aerospace material spec for stainless steels (used by suppliers for critical components).
35	SAE AMS 2469D	Nickel Plating Specification (AMS)	Requirements and test methods for nickel electroplating on parts (thickness, adhesion, porosity).
36	SAE AMS 2750D	Pyrometry Requirements (Heat Treatment)	Furnace temperature uniformity, instrumentation and calibration procedures for heat treatment.
37	SAE AMS 5112K	Steel Bars, Carbon, Free-Machining (AMS)	Material spec for free-machining carbon steel bars used in precision parts.
38	SAE AMS M-117	Copper-Nickel Alloy Material Spec (AMS)	Material composition and mechanical requirements for Cu-Ni alloys used in piping/electrical.
39	SAE HS-84	SAE Handbook — Steels & Alloys (handbook ref)	Handbook chapter or reference covering steels and alloy data for engineering.
40	SAE HS-795	SAE Handbook — Electrical & Electronic Materials	Reference guidance on electrical materials, insulation, plating and testing.
41	SAE 1074 (2003-01-1723)	Fatigue Testing of Automotive Steels (paper/report)	Research/report describing fatigue test methods and evaluation for automotive steels.
42	SAE 2005-01-2543	Study on Evaluation Process of Electrical Components (paper)	Conference/technical paper on evaluation methodology for electrical parts.
43	SAE 2006-01-0405	Automotive Connector Design Evaluation (paper)	Technical paper describing connector design evaluation and test outcomes.
44	SAE 2008-01-0087	Development of Variable Discharge System (paper)	Research paper describing development and test of variable discharge systems (engine-related).
45	SAE 931293	Study on Electrical System Noise Suppression (identifier)	Technical report on EMC/noise suppression techniques for vehicle electrical systems.
46	USCAR-10	Performance Specification for Automotive Electrical Connectors (USCAR)	Industry consortium spec defining high-reliability connector performance, durability, and test methods.

The Expert Group is not limited to the standards listed here. It can provide information on all standards that are widely used and referenced across the automotive industry. Furthermore, it is capable of offering insights into specialized standards from global automotive OEMs.

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