Small Punch Tests show changes in mechanical properties produced on Mg alloys by processes.
Very good correlations of SPT’s vs tensile tests for HPDC AM60 and HPDC AZ91 alloys obtained.
Applicability of SPT to (High Pressure Die Casting) HPDC Mg alloys demonstrated.
SPT specimens obtained from calibrated zone of tensile test specimens effective for Mg alloys.
Local anisotropy can produce significant deviation SPT results from those in tensile tests.