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IS 5528 (1985): Method of testing corrosion resistance of

electroplated and anodized aluminium coating by copper
accelerated acetic acid salt spray (CASS) test [MTD 7:
Light Metals and their Alloys]

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 IS :5528-1985

Indian Standard
METHOD OF
TESTING CORROSION RESISTANCE OF
ELECTROPLATED AND ANODIZED ALUMINIUM
COATING BY COPPER ~ACCELERATED ACETIC
ACID SALT SPRAY (CASS ) TEST

( First Revision )

Metallic and Non-Metallic Finishes Sectional Committee, SMDC 23

Chairman Representing
DR R. C. SHARMA Eveready Flashlight Company, Lucknow

Members
SRRI G. S. BHATTACHARJEE Ministry of Defence (R & D)
SHRI I. N. BHATIA ( Altcrnotc )
SHRI S. C: BHAWAL National Test House, Calcutta
SHRI A. T. BORATE Premier Automobiles Ltd, Bombay
SHRI A. G. PRABHV (Alternate)
SHRI M. S. CHAKRAVORTY Premier Metal Finishers (P) Ltd, Calcutta
SHKI R. K. CHATTERJEE ( Alternate )
SHRI JAYENDRA K. DALAL Kohinoor Electra-Gilders, Bombay
DR R. P. DAB~BAL Indian Telephone Industries Ltd, Bangalore
DEPUTY DIRECTOR (MET-~), Ministry of Railways
RDSO, LUCKNOW
CHEMIST & METALLURGIST, ICF,
MADRAS ( Alternate )
SHRI E. D. DHARI~~~RAJ Platewell Processes & Chemicals Ltd, Vadodara
SHRI S. E. EMANVAL Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd, Bangalore
DR S. GURVVIAH Central Electrochemical Research Institute
(CSIR), Karaikudi
SHRI M. A. KATIBHASKAR Canning Mitra Phoenix Ltd, Bombay
DR R. G. JADHAV ( Alternot )
SHRI S. KONGOVI Kongovi Electronics Pvt Ltd, Rangalore
SHRI P. R. RAO ( Alternate)
DR S. KRISHNAMURTHP In personal capacity ( Shubhodaya, 38, XI Main
Road, Mollcswaram West, Bangalore )

( Contirrucd on page 2 )

0 Cofiyright 1985
INDIAN STANDARDS INSTITUTION
This publication is protected under the Indian Copyright Act ( XIV of 1957 ) and
reproduction in whole or in part by any means except with written permission of the
publisher shall be deemed to be an infringement of copyright under the said Act.
IS : 5528 - 1985

( Continudfromjiagc1 )

Members Representing
SHRI V. KRISHNAMURTHY NGEF Ltd, Bangalore
SHRI ASWATHA~ARAYANA ( Alternate I )
SHRI M. K. ALAQE ( Altmatc II )
SHRI V. S. KIJLEARNI Grauer and Weil ( India ) Ltd, Bombay
SHRI SU~HIL GOINKA ( Altmatc )
SHRI S. MAEADEV~N Consolidated Metal Finishing Pvt Ltd, Madras
SH~I K. L. MUTHU T. I. Cycles Ltd, Madras
DR S. K. NARANQ National Metallurgical Laboratory (CSIR),
Jamshedpur
SHRI H. SIVANANDA PATIL Hindustan Machine Tools Ltd, Bangalore
SHRI K. R. SATRYANARAYANA (Altsrnatc I)
SRRI A. SANTHARAM ( Alternate II )
SHRI R. S. RAQHAVAN Development Commissioner, Small Scale
Industries, New Delhi
SHRI G. RANAMURTHY Tata Engineering & Locomotive Co Ltd,
Jamshedpur
SHXI R. SEN Hindustan Cables Ltd, Rupnarainpur
SRRI KALYAN GROSH ( =lZternatc)
SHRI Il. N. SHARMA Ministry of Defence (DGI)
SHRI M. R. GHOSH ( AIternats)
SHRI R. SOMASEKHARA Bharat Electronics Ltd, Bangalore
SRRI K. NA~ESH ( Alternate )
DR J. VAID Piece Electronics & Electricals Ltd, Pune
SHRI K. RAGHAVENDRAN, Director General, IS1 ( Ex-ofi& Member)
Director ( Strut & Met )
Secretary
SHRI S. K. GUPTA
Deputy Director ( Metals ), IS1
 IS : 5528 - 1985

Indian Standard
METHOD OF
TESTING CORROSION RESISTANCE OF
ELECTROPLATED AND ANODIZED ALUMINIUM
COATING BY COPPER ACCELERATED ACETIC
ACID SALT SPRAY ( CASS ) TEST

( First Revision )
0. FOREWORD
0.1 This Indian Standard( First Revision) was adopted by the Indian
Standards Institution on 15 February 1985, after the draft finalized by
the Metallic and Non-Metallic Coatings Sectional Committee had been
approved by the Structural and Metals Division Council.

0.2 This standard was first published in 1969. The present revision
has been found necessary in view of the developments in the field of
electroplating, testing of corrosion resistance and international
standardization.
0.2.1 In this revision, the scope has been extended to metallic and
related coatings including decorative copper+nickel+chromium and
nickel+chromium electroplated coatings on various bases, designed for
relatively severe service.
0.2.2 In this revision, the construction of the spray-cabinet
recommended earlier in Appendix A has now been incorporated in a
separate specification ( under preparation ) wherein a common
recommendation for the apparatus is expected to satisfy the requirements
of different salt spray tests, namely, the neutral ( NSS ), the acetic acid
( ASS ) and the copper accelerated acetic acid ( CASS ). Specified tests,
exposure duration and evaluation of corrosion resistance test stipulated
in relevant Indian Standard have also been incorporated in
Appendix B.

0.3 The requirements regarding the corrosion resistance of electroplated,

anodic and other coatings or products have been specified in the relevant
Indian Standards. Comprehensive accelerated corrosion tests are used to
obtain a rating of the behaviour of these coatings to enable correlate
with service exposures as far as possible and in a short duration.

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0.3.1The reliability, reproducibility and accuracy of the CASS test

depends on proper and consistent control of a number of factors,
including:

a) cleaning of the test specimens, and

b) positioning of the specimens and samples in the spray-cabinet.

I 0.3.2 There is seldom a direct relation between resistance to the action
of the test solution spray and resistance to corrosion in other media,
because several factors influencing the progress of corrosion, strch as the
formation of protective films, vary greatly with the conditions
encountered. Therefore, the results obtained in the test should not be
regarded as a direct guide to the corrosion resistance of the tested
coatings in all environments where these coatings may be used. Also,
performance of different coatings in the test should not be taken as a
direct guide to the relative corrosion resistance of these coatings in
service.

0.4 While preparing this revision, necessary assistance has been derived
from IS0 3770-1976 (E ) Metallic coatings - Copper-accelerated
acetic acid salt spray test ( CASS test ), published by the International
Organization for Standardization.

0.5 In reporting the results of a test or analysis made in accordance with

this standard, if the final value, observed or calculated is to be rounded
off, it shall be done in accordance with IS : 2-1960*.

1. SCOPE
1.1 This standard specifies the reagents, the procedure to be used and
prescribes conditions ~for conducting the copper accelerated acetic acid
salt spary ( CASS ) test for assessment of the quality, by way of corrosion
resistance of metallic and related coatings applied in accordance with the
requirements of the respective coating or product specifications.

1.2 This test was devised for assessing the quality of decorative coatings
of copper + nickel + chromium or nickel + chromium; it has been also
found suitable for testing anodic oxide coatings of 5 micrometres and
above on aluminium. The test should be used only for testing such
coatings, unless otherwise specified. This test is not reliable for comparing
copper + nickel + chromium coatings with nickel + chromium coatings,
because the accelerating effect of copper corrosion products from
copper + nickel + chromium coatings is marked by the copper ions
present in the test solution.

*Rules for rounding off numerical values ( reuiscd ) .

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1.2.1 The suitability of this test and the correlation of the results with
service exposures should be determined before it is specified for coatings
other than those mentioned earlier.

1.3 This standard does not specify the type of test specimen, the exposure
period for a particular coating or product, or the interpretation of
results. Such details are given in the appropriate coating or product
specifications.

2. TEST SOLUTION
2.1 The test solurion shall be prepared by dissolving sodium chloride in
distilled or de-ionized water (see Note ) to produce a concentration
of 50 * 5 g;l. The sodium chloride NaCl ) shall be white and shall
give a colourless solution in water. It shall be substantially free from
copper and nickel and shall not contain sodium iodide more
than 0.1 percent and not more than 0.4 percent of total impurities,
calculated for dry salt ( see Note ). If the PH of the solution so prepared
is outside the range of 6’0 to 7.0, the presence of undesirable impurities
in the salt or the water or both should be suspected and investigated.
Nom-The distilled water rhall be as per IS : 1050-1977’ NaCI, Cucls.PHsO
and CHsCOOCH shall be of hR quality.

2.2 A sufficient quantity of cupric chloride dihydrate ( CuCl2’2H,O ),

< see Note) shall be dissolved in the salt solution ( conforming to 2.1 ) to
prepare a concentration of 0.26 f 0’02 g/l ( equal to O-205 f 0’015 g/l
( CuClz ).
NATE - The distilled water shall be as per IS : 1070-1977. NaCI, Cucl;2H,O
and CH,COOCH shall be of AR quality.

2.3 A suflicient quantity of glacial acetic acid ( CH,COOH ) { see Note )

shall be added to the test solution ( conforming to 2.2 ) to ensure that the
PH of samples of sprayed solution collected in the spray-cabinet may be
between 3-l and 3.3. If the PH of the sprayed solution condensate is
likely to be within the specified limits as per 6.2. All pH values shall be
measured electro-metrically at 25°C but a short range PH paper which
can be read in increments of 0.1 pH unit or less and which has been
.calibrated against electrometric measurements may be used in routine
checks. Any necessary correction shall be made.by additions of solutions
of glacial acetic acid or sodium hydroxide of analytical grade.
NOTE-The distilled water shall be as per IS : 1070-19771 NaCl, Cucls*2HsO
and CH,COOCH shall be of AR quality.

( Generally, if less than 5.0 or more than 6.0 ml of glacial acetic

acid is required per 3.8 litres of the NaCl + CuC1;2H~O solution to

*Specification for water for general laboratory use ( second rrv~on ).

IS t 5528 - 1985

attain the specified PH, the purity of the water or salt or both, general
cleanliness of the system, accuracy of the PH-meter, etc, may not be
satisfactory. )

2.4 The test solution so prepared shall be filtered before it is placed in

the reservoir of the apparatus, in order to remove any solid matter which
might block the apertures of the spraying devices.
NOTE -The distilled water shall be as per IS : 1070-1977. NaCI, Cucl;2H,O
and CH,COOCH shall be of AR quality.

3. APPARATUS

3.1 The spray-cabinet shall be of minimum 0.4 ms capacity, made of or

lined with material resistant to corrosion by the sprayed solution and SO
shaped as not to allow the condensate to fall on the test specimens, having
facility to maintain the inside temperature in the spray cabinet as-per 6.1
and provided with one or more atomizers made of material inert to the
spray of the test solution. The test solution shall be contained in a reservoir
capable of maintaining a constant level of the test solution and made of
material resistant to corrosion by the test solution, and shall be sprayed
through such atomizers with the help of duly filtered and adequately
humidified compressed air supplied at a pressure of 70 to 170 kPa.

3.2 The size and shape of the spray cabinet, compressed air pressure,
appropriate temperature, type of atomizer nozzle and the overall
arrangement of the system shall be so selected as to obtain the rate of
collection and the values of the condensate solution, collected in at least
two collecting devices of 80 cm” horizontal collecting area for each-
placed one close to the inlet of the spray and the other placed remote
from the air inlet, are kept within the limits as per 6.2. The compressed
air used during the test shall be free from oil and dirt.

3.3 Details of the construction and function of the spray cabinet have
been incorporated in a separate specification ‘Recommended construction
details of apparatus for spray cabinet useful for various salt spray test’ I
( under preparation ).

4. TEST SPECIMENS

4.1 Selection - The number and type of test specimens, their shape and
dimension shall be selected according to the specification covering the
coating or product being tested. When not so specified details
concerning the specimens shall be mutually agreed between the purchaser
and the supplier.

‘Specification for water for general laboratory use ( secondrevirhn ).

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4.2 Cleaning-The specimens shall be thoroughly cleaned before

testing. The method employed shall depend on the nature of the surface
( coating ) and of the contaminants and shall not include the use of any
abrasives or solvents which may attack the coated surface of the
specimens.

4.2.1 Metallic and metallic coated specimens shall be cleaned

immediately prior to testing by wiping the significant surface with a
cotton swab saturated with a slurry containing 10 g of pure magnesium
oxide powder in 100 ml of distilled water followed by rinsing in warm
running water. Anodized aluminium parts shall be cleaned with
inhibited 1, 1, I--trichloroethene, carrying out the cleaning in a well
ventilated area away from open flames. Organic and other non-metallic
coated specimens should not be cleaned. Other methods of cleaning,
such as the use of nitric acid solution for the chemical cleaning or
passivation of stainless steel specimens, are permissible when agreed upon
by the purchaser and the supplier

4.2.2 Care shall be taken that the specimens are not re-contaminated
after cleaning by excessive or careless handling.

4.3 Protecting Cut Edges - If the test specimens are cut from a larger
coated article, the cutting shall be carried out in such a way that the
coating is not damaged in the area adjacent to the cut to prevent
galvanic effect. Unless otherwise specified, the cut edges shall be
adequately protected, by coating them with a suitable medium stable
under the conditions of the test, such as paint, wax or adhesive tape.
Areas with identification marks may also be protected suitably.

5. METHOD OF EXPOSURE OF TEST SPECIMENS

5.1 Placement - The specimens shall be SO placed in the spray-cabinet

that they are not in the direct line of t~ravel of spray from the atomizers.
Baffles may be used to prevent direct impact of the sprayed solution on
the specimens.

5.2 Angle of Exposure - The angle at which the specimen is exposed

in the spray-cabinet is very important. The surface shall, in principle, be
flat and placed in the cabinet facing upwards at an angle as close as
possible to 20” to the vertical. This angle shall, in all cases, be within the
limits of 15” to 30”.

5.2.1 Due care shall be taken to see that the significant surface of the
specimen is properly exposed to the spray of the test solution, as above.

5.2.2 In case of irregular surfaces, for example entire components, the

above limits shall be adhered to as closely as possible.

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5.3 Arrangement - The specimens shall be so arranged that they do

not come into contact with one another or with, the. cabinet and that
surfaces, to be tested are exposed to free circulation of spray. The
specimens may be placed at different levels within the cabinet as long as
the solution condensate may not drip from specimens or their supports at
one level into other specimens placed below.

5.4 Material for Supports - The supports or racks for the specimens
shall be made of inert lion-metallic material, such as glass, plastics, rubber
or suitably coated wood. If it is necessary to suspend test specimens, the
material used shall on no account be metallic and shall be syntheti-c fibre,
cotton thread or other inert insulating material.

5.5 When to Place -The specimens shall be placed in ‘the spray-

cabinet ,just prior to bringing the temperature in the cabinet to the
required level and turning on the compressed air, since storage in an idle
chamber overnight or for a significant length of time, may affect the test
results.

6. OPERATING CONDITIONS

6.1 Temperature - The temperature inside lhe spray-cabinet shall

be 50 f 2°C with the minimum possible fluctuation throughout the
cabinet during the test.
NOTE -This may be best accomplished by pre-hearing the cabinet to 50°C
before starting the atomization of the test solution. The air supply shall be heated
by passing fine bubbles of air supply through heated distilled or de-ionized water, so
that the temperature of air after eipansion at the atomizer nozzle is 50 f 2°C. The
rest duration shall be computed from the time the temperature reaches 50% and the
fog is presrnt in the cabinet.

6.2 Condensate Values - The solution condensate collected in each of

the collecting devices shall have a sodium chloride concentration
of 50 f 10 g/l and the pH value in the range of 3.1 to 3.3 ( see 2.3 ).

6.2.1 The average rate of collection of the solution condensate in each

device measured over a minimum period of 24 hours shall be l-0
to !?O ml/h for a horizontal collecting area of 80 cm2.

NOTE - Dilution or evaporation of the solution condensate should be avoided.

The factors that may contribute to dilution or evaporation of the condensate causing
variations in concentrations are:

a) lower temperature,
b) inadequate cover insulation, and
c) prolonged storage of the test solution at ahove room temperature.

6.3 Test Solution -The test solution which has been sprayed shall
not Abe re-used. Fresh test solution shall be used for every test.

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NOTE - In order ro compare test conditions from one laboratory to another or

from one day to another, a calibration may be made by exposing nickel panels,
having dimensions 100 x 75 mm, to the spray at each of the four bottom corners of
the cabinet. The loss of mass of’such panels, treated as described in the Appendix A,
should be from 35 to 70 mg in a test period of 24 hours.

6.4 Temperature Recording - The temperature within the exposure

zone of the closed spray-cabinet shall be recorded at regular intervals
( about 3-4 h ) during the course of the test by means of a thermometer
so placed as to allow reading and recording from outside the closed
cabinet during the course of the conducted test.

Preferably a continuous temperature recording device may also be

provided. The temperature indicated, when the cabinet is opened for
placing specimens, for observations, etc, may be low and as such may not
be recorded.

7. DURATION OF TESTS

7.1 Period of Tests -The period of tests shall be as stipulated in

Indian Standards covering the coating or product being tested. When
not specified, it shall be as mutually agreed to between the purchaser and
the supplier.

7.1.1 Recommended periods of exposure are 2, 4, 6, 8, 12, 16, 24,48,

96, 192, 240, 480, 720 hours.

7.2 The Spraying - The spraying shall be continuous and

uninterrupted during the prescribed test period unless otherwise specified
or agreed. The cabinet shall be opened only for brief visual inspections
of the test specimens in position, re-arrange, and for checking
replenishing the test solution in the reservoir if such replenishment cannot
be carried out from outside the closed cabinet.

7.3 Inspection - If the end point of the test depends on the appearance
of the first sign of corrosion, the specimens may need to be inspected L
frequently. For this reason such specimens shall not be tested together
with other specimens requiring tests of pre-determined duration.

7.4 Visual Examination - A periodic -visual examination of specimens

under test for a pre-determined period may be made but the surfaces
under test shall not be necessary to observe and record any visible
changes.

8. CLEANING OF SPECIMENS AFTER TEST

8.1 At the end of the test period, remove the specimens from the spray
cabinet. Allow the specimens to dry for half an hour, gently rinse in water

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to remove any residual chemical. Before they are examined, carefully

remove residues of the sprayed solution from their surfaces. A suitable
method is to rinse or dip the specimens gently in clean running water at
a temperature not exceeding 40°C and then to dry them immediately in a
stream of compressed air at a pressure not exceeding 200 kPa at a
distance of approximately 300 mm.

9. EVALUATION OF RESULTS

9.1 Many different criteria for the evaluation of the results of this test
may be applied to meet particular requirements, for example, change in
mass, alterations revealed by micrographic examination, change in
mechanical properties, etc. Usually the appropriate criteria will be
indicated in the specification for the coating orproduct tested. For most
routine applications of the test, only the following need to be considered:

a) Appearance after test;

b) Appearance after removing superficial corrosion products;

c) The number and pattern of distribution of corrosion spots/
defects, that is pits, cracks, blisters, etc; these may be conveniently
assessed by methods, such as that described in IS : 600%1970”;
and
d) The tilne elapsing before the appearance of the first sign of
corrosion.

10. TEST REPORT

10.1The test report shall indicate the outcome of the test according to
the criteria for evaluation of results prescribed for the test. The
results obtained for each of the specimens tested, and, when appropriate,
the average results for a group of replicate test specimens, shall be
reported. The report may,-if required, be accompanied by photographic
records of the tested specimens.

10.2The test report shall contain information about the test procedure.
This information may vary according to the purposes of the test as and
the directions prescribed therein, but a general list of the details likely to
be required is as follows:

a) The description of the coating or product tested;

b) Dimensions, shape and other details of the test specimen and the
nature and area of the surface tested;

*Method for evaluation of results of accelerated corrosion tests.

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c) Preparation of the test specimen including any cleaning treatment

applied or any protection given to the edges, cut edges or other
special areas;
d) Known characteristics of any coating, with a indication of the
surface finish;
e) The number of test specimens subjected to the test, representing
each coating or product;
f) The method used to clean the test specimen after test with, when
appropriate, an indication of the loss in mass resulting from the
cleaning operation;
g) The angle at which the tested surfaces were inclined;
h) The test temperature maintained, with fluctuations observed, if
any;
j ) The duration of the test conducted;
k) The properties of any test panels placed in the cabinet to check
the correctness of the operating conditions and the results obtained
with them;
m) Grade and purity of sodium chloride, distilled water, cupric
chloride and acetic used for preparing the test-solution;
n) The solution condensate collected in the collecting devices - in
terms of ml/h,80 cm3 and its PH;
p) Method and materials employed for supporting/suspending
placing the specimens in the spray-cabinet; and
q) Interruptions in the test conducted, if any, their causes and
durations.

APPENDIX A
( Clause 6.3 )
STANDARDIZATION OF TEST CONDITIONS

A- 1. GENERAL

A-l.1 This Appendix describes the method for evaluating the corrosive
effect of the conditions produced in the spray test cabinet. The results
obtained permit a comparison to be made of the test conditions obtained
in different laboratories or in the same laboratory at different times.

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A-2. TEST PANELS

A-2.1 The test panels shall be cut from commercially pure nickel sheet
containing not less than 99.0 percent nickel and not more than O-15
percent carbon, 0.01 percent sulphur, 0.4 percent iron and 0.25 percent
copper. A suitable sheet thickness is approximately 1 mm and the panel
dimensions shall be 100 x 75 mm.

Panels to be used for the first time shall be cleaned by the general
procedure specified in 4.2 and shall then be immersed for 2 minutes at a
temperature of 21 to 24°C in a solution prepared by mixing 1 volume of
concentrated hydrochloric acid with 4 volumes of distilled water, rinsed
in warm flowing water and dried in an oven at a temperature of 105”C,
cooled to room temperature and weighed. Panels used in the test may
be re-used. The procedure for removing corrosion products at the end
of a test will produce a satisfactory surface for a subsequent test.

A-3. ARRANGEMENT OF PANELS

A-3.1 The weighed panels shall be placed in the test cabinet with the
longer edges inclined at 30” to the vertical with the upper surface facing
the general direction of the incoming spray. Supports for the panels
shall be made of or completely covered by inert materials, such as plastics.
The upper edges of the panels shall be at the same level as the tops of
the spray collectors.

A-4. DETERMINATION OF MASS LOSS

A-4.1 After exposure to test for 24 h the panels shall be rinsed in cold
water to remove spray residues. The corrosion products shall then be
removed from each panel by immersing it for 2 minutes at a temperature
of 21 to 24°C in a solution prepared by mixing one volume of
concentrated hydrochloric acid with 4 volumes of distilled water. Tongs
used to hold the panels shall be of nickel or Monel metal or shall have
their contact areas covered with inert material. Each panel shall then be
washed in water with a final rinse in flowing water at a temperature of
approximately 4O”C, dried in an oven at a temperature of 105’%, cooled
to room temperature and again weighed.

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( Clause 0.2.2 )
SPECIFIED TESTS, EXPOSURE DURATION AND EVALUATION OF CdRROSION
RESISTANCE TESTS STIPULATED IN IS SPECIFICATIONS

SPEOI- COATINQ BABE SERVICE CLABBIFICATION CORROBION-TEST DURATION ( HOURB ) EVALUATION REMARKS
GRADE No. -------- h--_------~
BIoATION
No. CASS ASS NSS CORR
IS : 552% IS : 6910- IS : 9844- IS : 803%
1985 1985 1981 1985

(1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (10) (11)

IS : 1068- Cu+Ni+Cr Fe& Fe/Cr20Ni30b Cr mcimp 24 144 -

1985 steel FejCu20Ni30p Cr r
Fe/Cu20Ni25p Cr mc/mp
Fe/CuPONiJOd Cr r
Fe/Cu20Ni25d Cr mc/mp
w
Ni+Cr do FelNi4Oo Cr r I

CufNifCr do Fe/Cu20Ni35b Cr r 16 96 - 16 1 Minimum

FeiCu20Ni25b Cr mc/mp i rating of 8
FejCu15Ni25p Cr r
Fe/Cul5Ni20p Cr mc/mp / ii : 600&
FejCu15Ni25d Cr r acceptance
Fe/Cul5NiZOd Cr mc/mp

Ni+Cr do Fe/Ni40b Cr r
Fe/NiJOb Cr mcimp
Fe/NiJOp Cr r
Fe/Ni25p Cr mc/mp
Fe/Ni30d Cr r
Fe/Ni25d Cr mc/mp
 SPECIFIED TESTS, EXPOSURE DURATION ,AND EVALUATION OF CORROSION
RESISTANCE TESTS STIPULATED IN IS SPECIFICATIONS-Contd t:
Gl
SPECI- C~ATINO BASE SERVICE CLASSIFICATION CORROSION TEST DURATION (HOURS) EVALUATION REMA~KIJ g
FlCATION GRADE No. ~---_----*---__-----..--)
8
NO. CASS ASS NSS CORR
IS 552th
: 1985 IS :1985
6910- IS :1981
9844- IS :1985
8038- ii
Ln

(1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (10) (11)
Cr+NifCr do 2 Fe/CuZONilOb Cr r 4 24 - 4’
Ni+Cr do 2 Fe/NiZOb Cr r

Cu+Ni+Cr do 1 Fe/CulONi5b Cr r @ 8 - @ @Not

Ni+Cr do 1 Fe/NilOb Cr i suitable

g IS: f988238- Cu+Ni+Cr Zn & 4 Zn/Cu20Ni35b Cr mc/mp 24 144 - 2x18

Zn-alloys Zn/Cu20Ni35p Cr r
Zn/Cu20Ni25p Cr mc/mp
Zn/Cu20Ni35d Cr r
Zn/Cu20Ni25d Cr mc/mp Minimum
, rating of 8
1 a* per IS :
I 6009.1970
3 ZnjCu20Ni35b Cr r 16 96 - 16 for accep-
Zn/Cu20Ni25b Cr mc/mp tance
Zn/Cu20Ni25p Cr r
Zn/CuZONiZOp Cr mc/mp
Zn/Cu20Ni25d Cr r
Zn/Cu20Ni20d Cr mc/mp

2 Zn/Cu Nil5b Cr r 4 24 -- 4 Undercoat of

1 Zn/Cu Ni8b Cr r - 8 - - Cu or brass,
Min 8 &rn
 SPECIFIED TESTS, EXPOSURE DURATION AND EVALUATION OF CORROSION
RESISTANCE TESTS STIPULATED IN IS SPECIFICATIONS-Contd t;
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SPaor- COATING BASE SERVICE CLASSIFICATION CORROSION TEST DURATION ( HOURS ) EVALUATION REMARKS #
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IS : 5528- IS : 6910- IS : 9844- IS : 8038-
1985 1985 1981 1985

(1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (10) (11)
IS : 1868- Anodic Aluminium & AC 25 - -1 NO. of pita As agreed
1982 coating aluminium AC 15 _- - - - more than
alloy AC
AC
10
5
-
-
-
-
- I
.
1/6th
area
of
in
AC 2.5 - - --_) cm*- cause

J
I for
tion
rejec-

IS: 6651- Anodic Aluminium AC 10 12 - - - signi-

z 1972 coating
for auto-
AC 5
AC 2’5 -
8
24 - -
11 Any
ficant sign
of corro-
mobile > sion -
US& cause for
I rejection
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‘b Bright nickel
Semi-bright nickel
5; Double or triple layer nickel
r Regular chromium 63 mm, Min
mc Micro-crack chromium 0.3 m, Min
mp Micro-porous chromium 0.3 m, Min