ASTM International - ASTM B659-90(2014)
Standard Guide for Measuring Thickness of Metallic and Inorganic Coatings
| Organization: | ASTM International |
| Publication Date: | 1 May 2014 |
| Status: | inactive |
| Page Count: | 3 |
| ICS Code (Properties of surfaces): | 17.040.20 |
significance And Use:
3.1 Most coating specifications specify the thickness of the coating because coating thickness is often an important factor in the performance of the coating in service.
3.2 The methods... View More
scope:
1.1 This guide covers the methods for measuring the thickness of many metallic and inorganic coatings including electrodeposited, mechanically deposited, vacuum deposited, anodic oxide, and chemical conversion coatings.
1.2 This guide is limited to tests considered in ASTM standards and does not cover certain tests that are employed for special applications.
1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.
1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
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