1. Scope
1.1 The test method covers the measurement of metallic coating thicknesses by examination of a cross section with a scanning electron microscope (SEM).
1.2 This standard may involve hazardous materials, operations, and equipment. This standard does not purport to address all of the safety problems 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.
2. Referenced Documents (purchase separately) 
The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.
ASTM Standards
E3 Guide for Preparation of Metallographic Specimens
E766 Practice for Calibrating the Magnification of a Scanning Electron Microscope
Keywords
ICS Code
ICS Number Code 17.040.20 (Properties of surfaces)
DOI: 10.1520/B0748-90R01
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