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a qi Designation: G 85 ~ 94 PHfat TTalecabin LH) SY Standard Practice for Modified Salt Spray (Fog) Testing’ cP ORIGINAL 9 - SWAT BT ‘This standard issued under the fed deseation G 85: the number immediately following the designation indicates the var of inal adoption orn the ase of revision. evar oft reviston. A umber in parentheses indicates he ea oat eapprol a _ipentg oafon (indies an tori = Aigh Arthsies ow ATH y 25 practice sets forth conditions for fe modifica- tions in salt spray (fog) testing for specification purposes ‘These are in chronological order of their development: LLU Annex AJ, acetic acid-salt spray test, csatinuous. 11.2 Annex A2, cyclic acidified salt spray tex. LL3 Annex AJ, seawater acidified test, cycli: (SWAAT). 1.1.4 Annex A4, SO; salt spray test, cyelic. LLS Annex AS, dilute electrolyte cyclic fog <=y test. 1.2 This practice does not prescribe the type 3f modifica- tion, test specimen or exposure periods to be used for a spe- cific product, nor the interpretation to be given +9 the results. 13 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its 2. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard 10 :onsult and establish appropriate safety and health practice: and deter- ‘mine the applicablity of regulatory limitations -=3r to use. 2. Referenced Documents 2.1 ASTM Standards: B L17 Test Method of Salt Spray (Fog) Tes D609 Practice for Preparation of Cold-Rollec Sieel Panels for Testing Paint, Varnish, Conversion C-etings, and Related Coating Products? 11141 Specification for Substitute Ocean Wer 1193 Specification for Reagent Water? 1D 1654 Test Method for Evaluation of Paintes or Coated Specimens Subjected to Corrosive Environzents? E 70 Test Method for pH of Aqueous Soluticas with the Glass Electrode 3. Significance and Use 3.1 This practice is applicable to ferrous an¢ sonferrous ‘metals; also organic and inorganic coatings. T= variations described herein are useful when a different or sore corro- sive environment than the salt fog described in Tsst Method BL1I7 is desired, 4. Apparatus 4.1 Cabinet: 4.1.1 The apparatus required for salt spray (fog) testing ' This prac is under he jurition of ASTM Committe Gon Corrosion of Metals and isthe direct esposibity of Subcommites GO.0: oe Laborsion Corrosion Te Curent edition approved Feb. 15, 1994 Publshed Apri 134. Originally ‘bled as G 85-85, Lat previous eon G 85 85 (1990) 3 armel Book of ASTM Standards, Vo 0302 2 anual Book of ASTM Standards, V0 60. ‘Annual Book of ASTM Standard, Vol 11.02 Annual Book of ASTM Stender, Vol 101 ‘Annual Book of ASTM Standards, Vol 1508 Bee ee o i 26-UGh .~TO He 351 ge since the las eevision or eeapproval consists ofa fog chamber, a salt solution reservoir. a supply of suitably conditioned compressed air. one or mere atom- izing nozzles, specimen supports, provision for heating the chamber, and necessary means of control. The size and detailed construction of the cabinet are optional. sroviged the conditions obtained meet the requirements of this practice. The material of construction shall be such that it ‘will not affect the corrosiveness of the fog, Suitable :pparatus that may be used to obtain these conditions is des-bed in Appendix Al of Test Method B 117 with necessary modifi cations described in each annex 4.1.2 Design the cabinet so that drops of solu:ion that accumulate on the ceiling or cover ofthe chamber o> not fall fon the specimens being tested. Do not return Pa(1t) and 25 psi) Nore 1—The air supply may be feed of oil and dire bs zassing through a water serubber or atleast 610 mim (2 f) of suitats cleanie material such as asbestos, sheep's wool, or activated alumina. 4.2.2 Temperature in the saturator tower (bubéie tower varies depending on the test method used. 4.3 Conditions in Salt-Spray Chamber: 4.3.1 Temperature—The temperature in the exposur. zone varies with the test method used. For recommendec exposure zone temperatures for the various methods see th. Annex. Record the temperature within the exposure zone 0 the closed cabinet atleast twice a day at least 7 h apar: excep ‘on weekends and holidays, when the salt spray tes: is no interrupted for exposing, rearranging, or removing test spec mens or to check and replenish the solution in the reservoir) Nore 2—Suitable methods to record the temperature are 2 contin 'uous recording device ora thermometer which can be read fror: ousid, the closed cabinet. Obtain the recorded temperature withthe salt spra: chamber closed to avoid a fale low reading because of wet-bul effec when the chamber is open. 43.2 Atomization and Quantity of Fog—Place at leas two clean fog collectors within the exposure zone so that nc drops of solution from the test specimens or any othe: source can be collected. Position the collectors in the proximity of the test specimens, one nearest to any nozzle and the other farthest from all nozzles. Make sure that for each 80 cm? of horizontal-collecting area fog accumulates in each collector from 1.0 to 2.0 mL of solution per hour based on an average ah Gas Pot at eas 16h continuous spray Note 3~Suitabe collecting devices are glas funnels with the tm sserted through stoppers into graduated cylinders of crystalzing ‘ishes. Funnels and dishes with a diameter of 100 mm have an azea of pout 80 em 4.3.3 Direct or bafMle the nozzle or nozzles so that nore of he spray can impinge directly on the test specimens. . Test Specimens 5.1 Define the type and number of test specimens to be sed, as well as the criteria for the evaluation of the :est esults in the specifications covering the material or product “eing tested or upon mutual agreement between the ur- haser and the seller. 2 Preparation of Test Specimens: 3.1 Clean metallic and metalic-coated specimens. The sleaning method is optional depending on the nature of :he urface and the contaminants; however. when using a c: ag method do not include in the contents abrasives ©: ‘pa paste of pure magnesium oxide nor of solvents =ich na, form corrosive or inhibitive films. The use of nitric 2 -olution for the chemical cleaning, or passivation, of scaisss ~tcel specimens is permissible when agreed upon benwe: surchaser and the seller. Take care that specimens are contaminated after cleaning by excessive or careless "3 ling Prepare specimens for evaluation of paints a: ganic coatings in accordance with applicable specica- jon(s) for the material(s) being tested, or as agreed ‘etween the purchaser and supplier. Otherwise, make he test specimens consist of steel meeting the requires WF Practice D 609; clean and prepare the specimens outing im accordance with applicable procedure of Px: Ded 3 Whenever it is desired to determine the deveizp- ‘ment of corrosion from an abraded area in the pain: or ganic coating, make a scratch or scribed line through voating with a sharp instrument so that the underlying ree:al 'se\posed before testing, Use the conditions of making :he vetaigh as defined in Test Method D 1654, unless othersise ag 71 upon between the purchaser and seller. 5.2.4 Protect the cut edges of plated, coated. or durex ‘materials and areas that contain identification marks or “zat ‘are in contact with the racks or supports with a suitzble coating that is stable under the conditions of the test. suc as ceresin wax, unless otherwise specified. ._ NOTE +—Should it be desirable ro cut test specimens from pars or from preplated. painted. or otherwise coated-ste! sheet protect the cut «ces by coating them with paint, wax, tape. of other effective media 0 that the development of preferential atack or a galvanic effect berween such igs and he adjacent plated or other cnted-meta surfaces & prevent 6. Salt Solutions 6.1 Make the salt solutions by using either synthetic sea salt in accordance with Specification D 1141 or sodium | chloride in accordance with Test Method B 117, unless otherwise specified in the appropriate annex. Make-up water shall be distilled or deionized water conforming to Type [V water in Specification D 1193 (except that for this practice, lim~for chlorides and sodium may be ignored). 352 6.2 Senthetic Sea Salt Solution: 6.2.1 Make the salt solution so that it consists of 42 g of synthetic sea salt in accordance with Specification D 1141 per litre of solution (see Note 5). 6.3 Sodium Chloride Solution. 6.3.1 Prepare the salt solution by dissolving $ = 1 parts by weight of sodium chloride in 95 pans of distilled water or water containing not more than 200 ppm of total solids (se Note 5). The sodium chloride shall be substantially free of nickel and copper and shall contain on the dry basis not ‘more than 0.1 % of sodium iodide and not more than 0.3 % of total impurities. Some salts contain additives that may act as corrosion inhibitors: careful atention should be given to the chemical content of the salt. Upoa agreement between purchaser and seller. analysis may be required and limits established for elements or compounds not specified in the chemical composition given above. Nore SA solution having a specific gravity of 1.0255 to 1.04002 25°C (77°F will meet the concentration equierent of 62.1 and 6.3.1 Ie is suggested that a daily check be made 6.4 The pH of the salt solutions will vary depending or the test method used. Before the solution is atomized, free it of suspended solids (see Note 6). Take the pH measurements electrometrically at 25°C (77°F) using a glass electrode wit saturated potassium chloride bridge in accordance with Test Method E 70. Nove 6—The freshly prepared salt soluion may be ftered or de canted befor itis placed in the reservoir. othe end ofthe tbe lacing from the solution tothe atomizer may be covered witha double ayer t cheesecloth or suitable nonmetallic itr cloth to prevent plugging of nore. 7. Procedure Tl Position of Specimens During Test: 7.1.1 Unless otherwise specified, suppor or suspend the specimens between 6 and 45° from the vertical, and prefer- ably parallel to the principal direction of horizontal flow of fog through the chamber, based upon the dominant surface being tested. Note that test severity increases as angle from the vertical increases. 7.1.2. Do not allow contact of the specimens between each other. between any metallic material. or between any mate- rial capable of acting as a wick. 7.1.3 Place each specimen so as to permit free settling of fog on all specimens. A minimum spacing between speci- mens of 30 mm is recommended. 7.1.4 Do not permit the salt solution from one specimen to drip on any other specimen. 7.1.5 It is recommended that placement of replicate specimens be randomized to avoid possible bias caused by difference in spray patterns. Individual specimens may also be rotated daily for the same reason, 7.1.6 Suitable materials for the construction or coating of racks and supports are glass, rubber plastic. or suitably coated ‘wood. Do not use bare metal. Support specimens preferably from the bottom or the side. Slotted wooden, laminated plastic, or inert plastic strips are suitable for the support of flat panels. Suspension from glass hooks or waxed string may 'be used as long as the specified position of the specimens is. obtained, and. if necessary, by means of secondary support at the bottom of the specimens, se 4h Gas 7.2 Continuity of Test 72. Unless otherwise specified. in the specifications cov- xing the material or product being tested. allow she test 10 be continuous for the duration of the entire test period. Contin- uous operation implies that the chamber be closed except for the short daily interruptions necessary to inspec. rearrange. of remove test specimens, and to check and replenish the solution in the reservoir. Schedule operations s9 that these interruptions are held to a minimum. 7.3 Period of Test: 73.1 Designate the period of test in accord2=ce with the specifications covering the material or product ®eing tested or as mutually agreed upon between the purchsser and the seller. Exposure periods of multiples of 24 h are suggested. 74 Cleaning of Tested Specimens: 7.4.1 Unless otherwise specified in the specications cov- cring the material or product being tested, at tr+ end of the test. specimens may be gently washed or dipred in clean running water no warmer than 38°C (100°F) tc :emove salt deposits from their surface, and then immediate’; dried. Dry with a stream of clean, compressed air. Nore 7—Drying with compressed air may not be failure as required by the specifications covering or product being tested or by agreement purchaser and the seller. 9. Report 9.1 Record the following information, unless otherwise prescribed in the specifications covering the material or product being tested: 9.1.1 Type of salt and water used in preparing the salt solution. 9.1.2 All readings of temperature within the exposure zone of the chamber, 9.1.3 Weekly records of data obtained from each fog- collecting device intluding the following: 9.1.3.1 Volume of salt solution collected in millilitres per hour per 80 cm?, 9.1.3.2 Concentration or specific gravity at 35°C (95°F) of solution collected. (see Note 8), and 9.1.3.3 pH of collected solution. 9.1.4 Type of specimen and its dimensions, or number or description of part, 9.1.5 Method of cleaning specimens before and after testing, 9.1.6 Method of supporting or suspending article in the salt spray chamber, 9.1.7 Description of protection used as required in 9.1.8 Exposure period. 9.1.9 Interruptions in test. cause and length of time. and 3.1.10 Results of all inspections. NTE §—It is also advisable co record the concentration >¢ specitic sravity of any atomized sat solation that has not made conta: withthe feat specimen and that was retumed tothe ezervoir. 5.25, 10. Keywords 10.1 acidic salt spray: corrosion: salt spray ANNEX Mandatory Informati AL. ACETIC ACID-SALT SPRAY (FOG) TESTING ALL Salt Solution: ALLL A sodium chloride solution made in :ocordance with 6.3. ALL2 Adjust the pH of this solution measurs: dance with Test Method E 10 to range from 3.1 addition of acetic acid. in accor- by the Nore Al1—The initial solution may be adjusted to of 3.0 t0 3.1 ‘with the expectation thatthe pH of the collected fog wii ze within the specified limits. Base the adjustment of the initial pH ‘or make-up solution upon the requirements to maintain the required pH of the collected sampies. les than 0.1 of more thaa 0.3% of t= alaial acetic acid is required to attain the specified pH, the purty of the eater or salt. for both may not be satisfactory. 353 AL.2 Conditions in Saturator Tower: AL2.1 Make sure the temperature in the saturator tower (bubble tower) is 47 = °C (UIT = AL3 Conditions in the Salt Spray Chamber AL3.1_ Temperature—Maintain the exposure zone of the acetic acid-salt spray fog chamber at 35 + 1.1 or =1.7 + 2or $F), Nore Al.2—This ust is panicularly applicable to research studies ‘that have the effect of altering parameters ofthe electroplating process in connection with decorative chromium plating on steel or zine die-cast ‘base as well as for the evaluation of the quality of the product. Ths is ‘true because of the normal duration ofthe test, which may be as bref as 16 h, but normally runs for 144 to 240 h or more giving ample ‘opportunity for observations at practical intervals ofthe effects of minor parameter changes. ah Ges A2. CYCLIC ACIDIFIED SALT FOG TESTING AA Salt Solution: A211 Use a sodium chloride solution made in acc: dance with 6.3. AlLL2 Adjust the pH of this solution to range from 30 by the addition of acetic acid. A12 Conditions in Saturator Tower: 2.2.1 Make sure the temperature in the saturator tower (ubble tower) is $7 * I°C (135 + 2), A23 Conditions in Salt-Spray Chamber: A23.1 Temperature—Maintain the temperature in :he e,posure zone of the salt spray chamber at 49 + 1.: or - LC (120°F + 2 or -3°F). 42.3.2 Humidity—Although the humidity limits for ‘imum test conditions have not been determined, operat salt spray chamber under wet bottom conditions (tha: is. makg sure an inch or so of water is present in the bottoz: of the & x) for most testing. This ensures that the interior of “ie tox does not become dry, a condition that decreases cc=>- son rate. (The dry bottom is recommended, however. “or ‘esting 2000-series aluminum alloys and paint coatings ==at require a less agressive environment.) Prnonal communication. Also Technical Center, New Kensington. P ARI Salt Solution: AJL Use a synthetic sea salt solution made in acc: ance with 6.2 with the addition of 10 mL of glacial 2: avid pet litre of solution. jQo12 Adjust the pH ofthe salt solution berween 2.8 22d S32 Conditions in Saturator Tower—Make sure temperature in the saturator tower (bubble tower) is ¢ I'C*LI7 = 2°F) if cabinet temperature is 35°C (95°F), an 21 * (135 & °F) if cabinet temperature is 49°C (120°F 33.3 Conditions in Salt Spray Chamber: A33.1 Temperature—The temperature in the expos-z zone of the salt spray chamber may vary to suit the mate=al being tested.The specifications that cover the material or product being tested define the temperature or the tempe-a- ture may be mutually agreed upon between the purcheser and the seller. See Note A3 for recommended exposure zone | temperatures for some materials. Nore 3.1—This testis particularly applicable to production cor=ot of exfoliation resistant heat treatments for the 2000, $000, and 70:0- A4.1 This test consists of spraying salt fog with introduc- | tion of SO. gas directly into the chamber periodically. ‘A42 Salt Solution: ‘4.2.1 Define the salt solution by using the specifications covering the material or product being tested or upon mutval 354 2.3.3 Cabiner—Equip the chamber with a timing device that can be used for the following 6-h repetitive cycles: Yeh ind 3Yich soak at high relative A234 Purge—Purging of the fog atmosphere immedi- ately after spraying is the most unique feature of this test. Dry all droplets of water on the specimens and dry the corrosion products so that they are of a white, rather than a damp gray appearance. Perform this by electrically switching the air-flow to by-pass the saturator tower and aspirator nozzle and allowing it to enter directly into the test chamber for 120 min at an angle that sweeps the fog out of the peaked lid of the cabinet. This reduces the relative humidity from 40 to 7 %, depending on the climatic conditions of the ambient air. After purging, the specimens remain in the closed cabinet until the next spray cycle. Since most testing requires a wet bottom, the humidity gradually increases from 65 to 95 % during this period. ‘A2.3.5 Atomization and Quantity of Fog—Collect the fos in a special continuous spray run periodically between test runs. Determine the proper consumption of solution by ‘monitoring solution level in the glass reservoir. <@ 4%. ACDIFIED SYNTHETIC SEA WATER (FOG) TESTING series aluminum alloys It is lo applicable to developmental studies of| varving heat treatment parameters 1o determine effect on corrosion behavior. For this purpose, a temperature of 49°C (120°F) is recom ‘mended for the exposure zone. For testing oranic coatings on various ‘metallic substrates, an exposure zone temperature of 24 to 35°C (75 10 95°F) may be used since temperatures in exces of 35°C frequently result in paint blistering. A332 Hwmidity—Although the humidity limits for op- timum test conditions have not been determined, results of an interlaboratory testing program indicate that it is neces- ‘sary to operate under wet bottom conditions (that is, an inch or 50 of water should always be present in the bottom of the box). This ensures that the interior of the box does not become dry, a condition that will decrease the corrosion rate. ‘A3.3.3 Cabinet—Equip the cabinet with a timing device that can be used for the following cycle: 30-min spray followed by 90-min soak at above 98 % relative humidity. Ketcham J. and Jefiey. P. W. Localied Corosion-Cause of Met Failure” ASTM STP 518, ASTM, 1973 p, 273-302, Ad, SALT/SO, SPRAY (FOG) TESTING agreement between the purchaser and the seller. ‘Ad.2.2 If synthetic sea salt is specified, prepare it in ac- cordance with 6.2. A4.2.3 If sodium chloride is specified, prepare it in accordance with 6.3 fice ch ive edi- est the na ing tor ed 40 nt res to og est by FIG. As.1 ‘A43 Conditions in Saturator Tower: ‘A43.1 Make sure the temperature in the ssturator tower (bubble tower) is 47 © 1°C (117 + °F). ‘ASA. Conditions in the Salt Spray Chambe~ ‘ASS.L Temperature—Maintain the exposre zone of the salt spray chamber at 35 + 1.1, -I.7'C (95 ~ 2. -3"F). ‘A4..2 SO; Gas—Equipment and materia's required for addition of SO, to cabinet are as follows: ‘A4.4.2.1 Cylinder of SO, 2s. ‘A44.2.2 Flowmeter capable of measuring SO- gas flow of 1 em?/min-ft? of cabinet volume (35 cm?,znin-m’); also constructed of materials inert to SO- gas. ‘4.4.23 Timer. ‘A44.2.4 Two-way solenoid valve fabricated of materials inert to SO, gas. ‘A4.4.2.5 Tubing and fittings for SO, line of materials inert to SO; gas. A schematic of the SO, line is shown in Fig. A4.t sos cvUnder ‘Schematic of $0, Line into Sait Fog Cabinet Nore A¢.L—It is highly deiable to have the SO; gas introduced into the chamber in such a way that a uniform dispersion :hroughout the interior will result, Ifthe cabinet is equipped wits a central dispersion tower, holes can be drilled in the polymethyl methacrylate! (PMMA) baffle atthe top ofthe tower so that the gas comes out of eght ‘uniformly spaced ports, There are undoubtedly other means for accomplishing a uniform dispersion of the gas. However. void intro- ‘ducing the gas into the chamber through one oF two tubes atthe sce. 4.4.3 The pH of the collected solution range from 2.5 t0 32. ‘A444. Cycle—Define the cycle to be used by using the specifications covering the material or product being tesied ‘or upon mutual agreement between the purchaser and the seller. Examples of some possible cycles are as follows: ‘4.4.4.1 Constant spray with introduction of SO. gas for 1h 4 x a day (every 6 b). 4.4.4.2 Yech salt spray, Yh SO», 2-h soak. AS. DILUTE ELECTROLYTE CYCLIC FOG/DRY TEST AS.1 This test consists of cycles of 1-h dry-off and 1-h fog. ‘The electrolyte is a solution of sodium chloride and ammo- rnjum sulfate, and is much more dilute than traditional salt fog. The fog is performed at room temperanure, while the dry-off is at elevated temperature. In addition, the spray atomizing air is not saturated with water. Nore AS.1—This test is panculaty applicable 1 zaints on stec. AS2 Salt Solutions: 5.2.1 Prepare an electrolyte solution of 0.05 % sodium chloride and 0.35 % ammonium sulfate by mass, The water and sodium chloride shall meet the purity requirements of Section 6.The ammonium sulfate shall contain not more than 0.3 % total impurities. ‘A5.3 Conditions in the Sale Fog Chamber: A531 Wei/Dry Cyele—The cycle co followed by I-h dry-off [Nove AS2—Espeienceincats that longer cy ties ean 40- duce slower degradation. AS3.2. Fog Temperature—During the fog period. no heating is applied to the cabinet. The fog exposure is at ambient room temperature. Nore AS3—it is recommended that the room temperature be maintained at 243°C (75 26°F. Higher room temperatures can create Kiger fog temperatures and moe severe tt ‘A5.3.3 The pH of the collected solution shall range between 5.0 and 5.4 (see 4.3.2 and 6.4) of Leh cog. 355 @ cas F434 Dry-Off Temperature—The temperature through- ot, the exposure zone shall reach and remain at 35 = 1.5°C (93 £ 3°F) within %4-h of switching from the fog period to the dry period. {A53.4.1 The dry-off is achieved by purging the chamber with fresh air, such that within Yh all visible moisture is ried off of the specimens. 45.4 Cabinet Modifications—In order to achieve the te nperature changes specified in this annex, modifications for additions to Test Method B117 apparatus may be required. These may include: 45.4.1 Exposure chamber, 454.2 Temperature controls, 45.43 Air flow apparatus, 45.44 Insulation, and 3.4.5 Means for conditioning the heated air in the chamber or water in the jacket. 45.4.6 Consult the cabinet manufacturer for any addi- tional information or suggestions, or both. rw Amn Seto aig aa ates easton mong ay! pte ss con ate pec cnn Secs away aad asin ay 0 ach ae erat. meget sch ite wey ter own row ‘ni stancard ls subject revi aay tine by te recone echnical commatiee and must be reviewed ray fr ears ret not revise, ier reaporoved o wibckow. YOU! COMMAS 3 sarcass Teta be sdtraanad 0 ASTM Heectuaers. Your covmert wil receive caret consiertion at & meeting o tw reponse ‘TSonacar committee whch you ny aera H you ea that four Comments ve nat recabved a a Peeing you seeks make your owe pow to tho ASTM Commits on Suncare, 1976 face St, Phiadeph, PA 19703. ited ete for rovison oth standard rf ai ‘AS.S Saturation Tower—This test does not use humidi- fied air. Use one of the following methods to avoid humidi- fying the air: ‘A5.5.1 Empty the saturation tower and ensure that the tower heaters are tured off, or ‘A5.5.2. Arrange the spray plumbing so that the atomizing air does not go through the saturation tower, but goes directly to the spray nozzle. Nore 5.4—The cycling from wet to dry subjecs the specimens to @ range of solution concentrations varying fom very dilute during the fog pened to very concentrated just before the water dries off completely. Bo not saturate the atomizing air with watr, beause the purpose of saturation is to help Keep the solution ata Gxed concentration. ‘ASG Atomization and Quantity of Fog—Collect the fog in 1a special continuous spray nun of at least 16 b, performed between test runs. The regular spray periods of 1 h are not Tong enough for collecting sufficient fog to make accurate determinations of deposition rate. See 4.3.2 for instructions on fog collection. ee 997 11:53 DE COFREC a COFREGC ASTH 6 5-94 r 11,- Rue Marius Franay - 92219 Satmt-Clowd TELEPHONE: (1) 46 02 70 21 TELECOPIE : (1) 46 02 63 36 NOMBRE DE PAGES : 1/ . TELECOPIE N° : 1436/97 DATE : 25/11/97 ESTE DOCUMEN A L'ATTENTION DE: DON JAVIER ORDONEZ S100 DON ROBERTO ORDONEZ

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