1.1 This test method covers the measurement of barnacle adhesion in shear to surfaces exposed in the marine environment. It is used to establish the ability of a surface to reduce biofouling adhesion. Surfaces with known barnacle adhesion strengths are included to serve as controls.
1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.
1.3 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.
1.4 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 D5618-20 Referenced Document
ASTM D3623 Standard Test Method for Testing Antifouling Panels in Shallow Submergence
ASTM D5618-20 history
2020ASTM D5618-20 Standard Test Method for Measurement of Barnacle Adhesion Strength in Shear
1994ASTM D5618-94(2011) Standard Test Method for Measurement of Barnacle Adhesion Strength in Shear
1994ASTM D5618-94(2005) Standard Test Method for Measurement of Barnacle Adhesion Strength in Shear
1994ASTM D5618-94(2000) Standard Test Method for Measurement of Barnacle Adhesion Strength in Shear
2000ASTM D5618-94 Standard Test Method for Measurement of Barnacle Adhesion Strength in Shear