GOST standards are the interstate and national standards used in Russia and other CIS countries, maintained by Rosstandart. They cover a broad range of materials and mechanical test methods.
Why GOST standards matter in testing
A GOST method fixes specimen shapes, apparatus, and procedure for acceptance and quality control across the region, including tensile, impact, and bend testing of metals.
What GOST standards cover
GOST includes metals, plastics, rubber, and construction materials, with methods for tensile, compression, flexural, and pendulum impact testing.
How to read a GOST designation
GOST designations use a number and a two-digit year:
| Part | Example | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Prefix | GOST | Interstate / national standard |
| Number | 9454 | Sequential standard number (Charpy impact of metals) |
| Year | -78 | Year of issue (here, 1978) |