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1. Scope
1.1 This 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).
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
E384 Test Method for Knoop and Vickers Hardness of Materials
ICS Code
ICS Number Code 25.220.40 (Metallic coatings)
UNSPSC Code
UNSPSC Code
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DOI: 10.1520/B0578-87R04
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ASTM B578-87(2004), Standard Test Method for Microhardness of Electroplated Coatings, ASTM International, West Conshohocken, PA, 2004, www.astm.org
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