SAE J1617-2016 PDF

Scope: The mechanism of automotive body corrosion is scientific@ based on established laws of chemistry and physics. Yet there are many opinions related to the cause of body corrosion@ not always based on scientific axioms. The purpose of this SAE Information Report is to present a basic understanding of the types of body corrosion@ the factors that contribute to body corrosion@ the testing procedures@ evaluation of corrosion performance@ and glossary of related terms. Purpose The purpose of this document is to provide a basic understanding of body corrosion as influenced by materials@ environment@ design@ pretreatment and paint systems@ and evaluation thereof. If the reader requires in-depth information on these subjects@ additional reading material and personal contacts should be pursued with raw material@ paint@ chemical@ and equipment suppliers.

SAE J1617-2016 history

2016 SAE J1617-2016 Body Corrosion - A Comprehensive Introduction
1993 SAE J1617-1993 Body Corrosion - A Comprehensive Introduction, Information Report November 1993