1.1 This test method covers a laboratory test that ranks the galling resistance of material couples using a quantitative measure. Bare metals, alloys, nonmetallic materials, coatings, and surface modified materials may be evaluated by this test method.
1.2 This test method is not designed for evaluating the galling resistance of material couples sliding under lubricated conditions, because galling usually will not occur under lubricated sliding conditions using this test method.
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.
ASTM G196-08(2016) Referenced Document
ASTM G40 Standard Terminology Relating to Wear and Erosion
ASTM G98 Standard Test Method for Galling Resistance of Materials
ASTM G196-08(2016) history
2021ASTM G196-08(2021) Standard Test Method for Galling Resistance of Material Couples
2016ASTM G196-08(2016) Standard Test Method for Galling Resistance of Material Couples
2008ASTM G196-08 Standard Test Method for Galling Resistance of Material Couples