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Astm D1654 08 New PDF
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4. Significance and Use can be exposed lengthwise when positioned in the test cabinet.
4.1 This method provides a means of evaluating and com- This position will allow solution droplets to run lengthwise
paring basic corrosion performance of the substrate, pretreat- along the scribe.
ment, or coating system, or combination thereof', after exposure 6.1.2 Scribe the specimen by holding rhe tool at approxi-
to corrosive environments. mately a 70 to 90o angle to the surface with the upper end of
tool holder inclined toward the operator. Position the tool so
5. Apparatus that only the tip is in contact with the surface. (See lrig. 2.) Pull
the scribing tool to obtain a uniform V-cut through the coating
5.1 Scribing Tools:
that is being tested. The endpoints ofthe scribe shall be at least
5.1.I Lathe Tool Type-High speed tool steel or tungsren
1.25 cm (0.5 in.) from the edge of the panel. Inspect rhe tool
carbide thread cutting lathe tool bit with a cutring tip having a
frequently, using low power magniflcation, for dulling, chip-
60' included angle. ANSI 894.50, Style E has been found to ping or wear and replace or repair as needed. The scribe should
meet these requirements. (See Fig. l.) The tool bit is typically
be of sufficient length to cover the significant test area, but
mounted in a holder such as a wooden file handle to facilitate
should not contact the edge of the specimen. The scribe must
the scribing operation.
penetrate all organic coating layers on the metal, leaving a
5.1.2 Pencil Type-Percil shaped device, with a high speed
uniformly bright line. The extent of scribe penetration through
tool steel or tungsten carbide scribing tip. Typically the metal coatings, such as galvanize, should be agreed upon
gripping surface is knurled. The tip may be replaceable or
between the producer and user. The coil coating industry
perrnanent.
typically requires scribes to peneffate all organic coating layers
5.1.3 Motorized Circular Blade-Amotor fitted with a I to
but not penetrate the metal coating layers. The automotive
2 mm wide circular cutting device.
industry typically requires scribes to penetrate all organic and
5.1.4 Other Types-Other types of scribing insrrumenrs metal coating layers. The pencil type may be less effective than
which use a knife type blade such as a scalpel, razor blade, box
the lathe tool type when scribing coating systems consisting of
cutter knife, or other sharp pointed tool are acceptable if agreed
multiple layers of organic coatings or coating systems includ-
upon between the producer and the user.
ing metal layers. When scribing coating systems consisting of
5.2 Straightedge-Any straightedge of sufficient length and multiple layers of organic coatings or coating systems includ-
rigidity to guide the scribing tool in a straight line. ing metal layers the depth and quality of scribe technique
5.3 Paint Removal Materials-The following materials can should be evaluated using the cross section, castable plastic
be used to remove the coating around the scribe. mount, polishing technique described in Practice [i3. Quality of
5.3.1 Spatula. the scribe technique may also be observed with the aid of
5.3.2 Knife or similar instrument-the sharpness of blade low-power magniflcation. Note, mark, and describe defects,
shall be agreed upon between purchaser and seller. coding, and flaws that may affect results. If a motorized
5.3.3 Paint Stripper or strong solvent. circular blade is used, position the test spdcimen to allow for a
5.3.4 Materials for removal by air: straight, linear cut at the desired length. The blade shall be
5,3.4.1 Air Source-A source of compressed air capable of positioned to a depth such that it is able to cut into the
delivering at least 4.72Lls (10 ft3/min) at 552 kPa (80 psi). substrate. This type of blade will result in a rectangular cut
5.3.4.2 Air Gun-An air dusting gun and nozzle combina- rather than a V-cut.
tion. The following conflguration has been found to be suc- 6.1.3 One cut may not be sufficient to cut multi-layer
cessful: protective coatings down to the metal. The use of more than
Air Consumption, Pressure, kPa Nozzle Diameter,
m3/min (ft3/min) (psi) mm (in.)
o.24 (8.41 550 (80) 3.0 (0.12)
5 .3,5 Power Washer capable of delivering 3500 psi.
5.4 Scale-Any rule with l-mm divisions.
documentation. When multiple cuts are needed, each cut must lnches Ftating
Millimetres (Approximate) Number
be done in the same direction. If a motorized blade is being
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used, it may be necessary to clean out residual materials of the Over 0 to 0.5 O lo l/u I
scribe with a pencil-type scriber. Over 0.5 to 1.0 l/ac lQ 1/sz 8
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6.1 .4 Scribe lines other than those of a single, straight nature Over 1.0 to 2.0
1Aa lo 1/a
Over 2.0 to 3.0 6
may be used if agreed upon between the producer and the user. Over 3.0 to 5.0 1/a lo 3/a 5
6.1.5 Wipe off the panel with a dry rag, or blow with air to Over 5.0 to 7.0 sAe lo lq 4
Over 7.0 to 10.0 1/q 1o 3/a o
remove any metal flakes from the scribing process.
Over 10.0 lo 13.0 3/a lo lz 2
6.1.6 The width of the scribe (w) shall be recorded. Over 13.0 to 16.0 1/z lo s/e 1
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