1.1 These test methods describe procedures for assessing the adhesion of metallic and inorganic coatings and other thin films to metallic and nonmetallic substrates. Assessment is made by applying pressure-sensitive tape to a coated surface and then utilizing a mechanical device to remove the tape at a regulated, uniform rate and constant angle while simultaneously recording the removal force.
1.2 Four methods are described. Methods A1 and A2 are intended primarily for use on parts. Methods B1 and B2 are intended primarily for use in laboratory evaluations. Methods B1 and B2 are not recommended for testing coatings and films on polymer substrates.
1.3 These test methods may be used to establish whether the adhesion of a coating to a substrate is within a required range (between a quantified low and a quantified high level). Determination of actual adhesive forces requires more sophisticated methods of measurement. In multilayer systems adhesion failure may occur between intermediate coating layers so that the adhesion of the total coating system to the substrate may not necessarily be determined.
1.4 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.
1.5 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.6 This 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.
ASTM B905-00(2021) Referenced Document
ASTM B183 Standard Practice for Preparation of Low-Carbon Steel for Electroplating
ASTM B242 Standard Guide for Preparation of High-Carbon Steel for Electroplating
ASTM B252 Standard Guide for Preparation of Zinc Alloy Die Castings for Electroplating and Conversion Coatings
ASTM B253 Standard Guide for Preparation of Aluminum Alloys for Electroplating
ASTM B254 Standard Practice for Preparation of and Electroplating on Stainless Steel
ASTM B281 Standard Practice for Preparation of Copper and Copper-Base Alloys for Electroplating and Conversion Coatings
ASTM B320 Standard Practice for Preparation of Iron Castings for Electroplating
ASTM B343 Standard Practice for Preparation of Nickel for Electroplating with Nickel
ASTM B480 Standard Guide for Preparation of Magnesium and Magnesium Alloys for Electroplating*, 2022-05-01 Update
ASTM B481 Standard Practice for Preparation of Titanium and Titanium Alloys for Electroplating
ASTM B482 Standard Practice for Preparation of Tungsten and Tungsten Alloys for Electroplating
ASTM B537 Standard Practice for Rating of Electroplated Panels Subjected to Atmospheric Exposure
ASTM B629 Standard Practice for Preparation of Molybdenum and Molybdenum Alloys for Electroplating
ASTM B630 Standard Practice for Preparation of Chromium for Electroplating with Chromium
ASTM B727 Standard Practice for Preparation of Plastics Materials for Electroplating
ASTM D1730 Standard Practices for Preparation of Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Surfaces for Painting
ASTM D1731 Standard Practices for Preparation of Hot-Dip Aluminum Surfaces for Painting
ASTM D1732 Standard Practices for Preparation of Magnesium Alloy Surfaces for Painting
ASTM D2370 Standard Test Method for Tensile Properties of Organic Coatings
ASTM D3330/D3330M Standard Test Method for Peel Adhesion of Pressure-Sensitive Tape
ASTM D3359 Standard Test Methods for Measuring Adhesion by Tape Test
ASTM B905-00(2021) history
2021ASTM B905-00(2021) Standard Test Methods for Assessing the Adhesion of Metallic and Inorganic Coatings by the Mechanized Tape Test
2000ASTM B905-00(2016) Standard Test Methods for Assessing the Adhesion of Metallic and Inorganic Coatings by the Mechanized Tape Test
2000ASTM B905-00(2010) Standard Test Methods for Assessing the Adhesion of Metallic and Inorganic Coatings by the Mechanized Tape Test
2000ASTM B905-00(2005) Standard Test Methods for Assessing the Adhesion of Metallic and Inorganic Coatings by the Mechanized Tape Test
2000ASTM B905-00 Standard Test Methods for Assessing the Adhesion of Metallic and Inorganic Coatings by the Mechanized Tape Test