Standard Test Method for Microindentation Hardness of Electroplated Coatings

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Hardcopy , PDF

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English

Published date

22-10-2021

Publisher

American Society for Testing and Materials

1.1This test method covers the determination of the hardness of metallic coatings upon various substrates. The measurements are made with the Knoop indenter under a test load of 0.245 N (25 gf) or 0.981 N (100 gf).

1.2This 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

1.3This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

Committee	B 08
DocumentType	Test Method
Pages	3
PublisherName	American Society for Testing and Materials
Status	Current
Supersedes	ASTM B 578 : 1987 : R2015

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