ASTM B659-90(2003)
Standard Guide for Measuring Thickness of Metallic and Inorganic Coatings

Standard No.

ASTM B659-90(2003)

Release Date

1990

Published By

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

Status

Be replaced

Replace By

ASTM B659-90(2008)e1

Latest

ASTM B659-90(2021)

Scope

1.1 This guide outlines the methods for measuring the thickness of many metallic and inorganic coatings including electrodeposited, mechanically deposited, vacuum deposited, anodic oxide and chemical conversion coatings.

1.2 This guide is limited to tests considered in ASTM standards and does not cover certain tests that are employed for special applications.

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 and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

ASTM B659-90(2003) history

• 2021 ASTM B659-90(2021) Standard Guide for Measuring Thickness of Metallic and Inorganic Coatings
• 1990 ASTM B659-90(2014) Standard Guide for Measuring Thickness of Metallic and Inorganic Coatings
• 1990 ASTM B659-90(2008)e1 Standard Guide for Measuring Thickness of Metallic and Inorganic Coatings
• 1990 ASTM B659-90(2003) Standard Guide for Measuring Thickness of Metallic and Inorganic Coatings
• 1997 ASTM B659-90(1997) Standard Guide for Measuring Thickness of Metallic and Inorganic Coatings