This document specifies the characteristics of, and corresponding test methods for, wrought stainless steel for use in the manufacture of surgical implants. NOTE 1 The mechanical properties of a sample obtained from a finished product made of this alloy can differ from those specified in this document. NOTE 2 The alloy described in this part of ISO 5832 corresponds to UNS S31673 referred to in ASTM F138/ ASTM F139.