ASME B18.12-2001 (R2006)

This glossary is intended to present general practice relative to nomenclature prevailing in industry. Its availability will tend to make possible, through further development, the elimination of inconsistencies in nomenclature and provide the basis for cataloging by users and producers. It has been arranged to give as much specific information as possible, in as brief a scope as practicable, both by definitions and illustrations. Articles shown in this glossary are not necessarily available or manufactured.