ASTM G60

The procedure described is used to observe the behavior of steels under exposure conditions that retard the formation of a protective type of rust. It is also used to evaluate seal coat on insulation.

This practice should not be used to rank steels that form a protective type of rust under atmospheric exposure conditions.

1. Scope

1.1 This test method covers procedures for conducting cyclic humidity tests with a corrosive dip. It sets forth the conditions required in cyclic humidity testing.

1.2 This practice does not prescribe the type of test specimen or exposure periods nor the interpretation to be given to the results.

1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.

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 consult and establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

2. Referenced Documents

ASTM Standards
D1193 Specification for Reagent Water
G1 Practice for Preparing, Cleaning, and Evaluating Corrosion Test Specimens

Index Terms

Corrosion-cyclic testing; Cyclic temperature-humidity test; Humidity; Rust-preventing characteristics; conducting cyclic humidity testing (with a corrosive dip), practice; ICS Number Code 19.040 (Environmental testing)

Citing ASTM Standards

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