The routine measurement of the ductility of electrodeposited and autocatalytically deposited metal coatings can be useful in process control, especially when the electroplating process is used for decorative and engineering purposes.

1. Scope

1.1 This practice covers a test procedure for determining the ductility of electrodeposited and autocatalytically deposited coatings on sheet or strip basis metals. The purpose of the test is to determine the resistance of metal coatings to cracking during distortion.

1.2 Test Methods E 8 can be used if the coatings are too ductile and require mandrels too small to be practical.

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.

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

Keywords

autocatalytic deposits; ductility tests; electrodeposits; Bend testing--coatings; Ductility--electrodeposited materials; Autocatalytic coatings; Cracking resistance; Decorative coatings; Electrodeposited coatings; Electroless coatings; Engineered electrodeposited coatings; Metallic coatings;

ICS Code

ICS Number Code 25.220.40 (Metallic coatings)

Citing ASTM Standards

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