SAE J 2612 : 2010

1 Scope
2 Reference
3 Definitions
4 Coating Alphabetical Index (Common Coatings)
   4.1 Anodizing (Hard)
   4.2 Chrome
   4.3 Emralon
   4.4 Graphite
   4.5 Iron
   4.6 Lead
   4.7 NCC (Nickel Composite Coating)
   4.8 Phosphate
   4.9 PTFE
   4.10 Tin
5 Coatings Functional Index (Common Coatings)
   5.1 Lubrication Coatings
   5.2 Thermal Crack Prevention
   5.3 Microwelding Protection
   5.4 Corrosion Protection
   5.5 Friction Reduction
   5.6 Noise Abatement
   5.7 Wear Reduction
6 Piston Blank Production
7 Articulated Piston Nomenclature
8 Monoblock Piston Nomenclature
   8.1 Medium/Heavy Duty
   8.2 Light Duty

Defines the most commonly used terms for pistons. These terms designate either types of pistons or certain characteristics and phenomena of pistons. The terms and definitions apply to pistons for reciprocating internal combustion engines and compressors working under analogous conditions.