ASTM D3359-17
(Test Method)Standard Test Methods for Rating Adhesion by Tape Test
Standard Test Methods for Rating Adhesion by Tape Test
SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
5.1 In order for a coating is to fulfill its function of protecting or decorating a substrate, the coating must remain adhered to the substrate. Because the substrate and its surface preparation (or lack thereof) have a drastic effect on the adhesion of coatings, a method to evaluate adhesion of a coating to different substrates or surface treatments, or of different coatings to the same substrate, is of considerable usefulness in the industry.
5.2 This test method is limited to evaluating lower levels of adhesion (see 1.3). The intra- and inter-laboratory precision of this test method is similar to other test methods for coated substrates (for example, Test Method D2370 and Test Method D4060), and is insensitive to all but large differences in adhesion. Limiting the range of rankings from 0 to 5 reflects the inability of this test method to make fine distinctions between levels of adhesion. Users shall not use intermediate values for ranking adhesion tests within this method.
5.3 Extremes in temperatures or relative humidity may affect the adhesion of the tape or the coating.
5.4 A given tape may not adhere equally well to different coatings due to several factors, including differences in coating composition and topology. As such, no single tape is likely to be suitable for testing all coatings. Furthermore, these test methods do not give an absolute value for the force required for bond rupture, but serves only as an indicator that some minimum value for bond strength was met or exceeded (1, 2).6
5.5 Operators performing these test methods must be trained and practiced in order to obtain consistent results. The accuracy and precision of the test result obtained by using these methods depends largely upon the skill of the operator and the operator's ability to perform the test in a consistent manner. Key steps that directly reflect the importance of operator skill include the angle and rate of tape removal and the visual assessment of the tested sampl...
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1.1 These test methods cover procedures for assessing the adhesion of relatively ductile coating films to metallic substrates by applying and removing pressure-sensitive tape over cuts made in the film.
1.2 Test Method A is primarily intended for use in the field while Test Method B is more suitable for use in laboratory or shop environments. Also, Test Method B is not considered suitable for films thicker than 125μm (5 mils) unless wider spaced cuts are employed and there is an explicit agreement between the purchaser and seller.
1.3 These test methods are used to evaluate whether the adhesion of a coating to a substrate is adequate for the user’s application. They do not distinguish between higher levels of adhesion for which more sophisticated methods of measurement are required.
1.4 This test method is similar in content (but not technically equivalent) to ISO 2409.
1.5 In multicoat systems adhesion failure may occur between coats so that the adhesion of the coating system to the substrate is not determined.
1.6 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.
1.7 This standard does not purport to address 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.
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Standard Test Methods for
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Rating Adhesion by Tape Test
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D3359; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope* 2. Referenced Documents
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2.1 ASTM Standards:
1.1 These test methods cover procedures for assessing the
D609 Practice for Preparation of Cold-Rolled Steel Panels
adhesion of relatively ductile coating films to metallic sub-
for Testing Paint, Varnish, Conversion Coatings, and
strates by applying and removing pressure-sensitive tape over
Related Coating Products
cuts made in the film.
D823 Practices for Producing Films of Uniform Thickness
1.2 Test Method A is primarily intended for use in the field
of Paint, Coatings and Related Products on Test Panels
while Test Method B is more suitable for use in laboratory or
D1000 Test Methods for Pressure-Sensitive Adhesive-
shop environments. Also, Test Method B is not considered
Coated Tapes Used for Electrical and Electronic Applica-
suitable for films thicker than 125µm (5 mils) unless wider
tions
spaced cuts are employed and there is an explicit agreement
D1730 Practices for Preparation of Aluminum and
between the purchaser and seller. Aluminum-Alloy Surfaces for Painting
D2092 Guide for Preparation of Zinc-Coated (Galvanized)
1.3 These test methods are used to evaluate whether the
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Steel Surfaces for Painting (Withdrawn 2008)
adhesion of a coating to a substrate is adequate for the user’s
D2370 Test Method for Tensile Properties of Organic Coat-
application. They do not distinguish between higher levels of
ings
adhesion for which more sophisticated methods of measure-
D3330/D3330M TestMethodforPeelAdhesionofPressure-
ment are required.
Sensitive Tape
D3924 Specification for Standard Environment for Condi-
1.4 This test method is similar in content (but not techni-
tioning and Testing Paint, Varnish, Lacquer, and Related
cally equivalent) to ISO 2409.
Materials
1.5 In multicoat systems adhesion failure may occur be-
D4060 Test Method for Abrasion Resistance of Organic
tween coats so that the adhesion of the coating system to the
Coatings by the Taber Abraser
substrate is not determined.
2.2 Other Standard:
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ISO 2409 Paint and Varnishes — Cross-cut test
1.6 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the
PSTC 101 International Standard for Peel Adhesion of
standard. The values given in parentheses are for information
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Pressure Sensitive Tape
only.
1.7 This standard does not purport to address the safety
3. Terminology
concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility
3.1 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:
of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and
3.1.1 adhesion, n—the molecular attraction and mechanical
health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory
bonds between a coating and its substrate.
limitations prior to use.
3.1.2 batch, n—as it pertains to tape, a unique production
run during manufacturing.
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For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM
Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
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These test methods are under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D01 on the ASTM website.
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Paint and Related Coatings, Materials, and Applications and are the direct The last approved version of this historical standard is referenced on
responsibility of Subcommittee D01.23 on Physical Properties of Applied Paint www.astm.org.
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Films. Available fromAmerican National Standards Institute (ANSI), 25 W. 43rd St.,
Current edition approved Feb. 1, 2017. Published March 2017. Originally 4th Floor, New York, NY 10036, http://www.ansi.org.
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approved in 1974. Last previous edition approved in 2009 as D3359 – 09 . DOI: Available from the Pressure SensitiveTape Council (PSTC), 1833 Centre Point
10.1520/D3359-17. Circle, Suite 123, Naperville, IL 60563, http://www.pstc.org.
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3.1.3 blemish, n—an obvious surface flaw, such as cracking different coatings to the same substrate, is of considerable
or discoloration of the coating. usefulness in the industry.
3.1.4 environmental conditions, n—the characteristics of the
5.2 This test method is limited to evaluating lower levels of
immediate surroundings during the tests, such as tempera
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it may not be technically possible to adequately depict all changes accurately, ASTM recommends that users consult prior editions as appropriate. In all cases only the current version
of the standard as published by ASTM is to be considered the official document.
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Standard Test Methods for
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MeasuringRating Adhesion by Tape Test
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D3359; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
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ε NOTE—Footnote 5 and 5.2 were corrected editorially in June 2010.
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ε NOTE—Footnote 5 and 5.2 were corrected editorially and moved into Note 4 in 5.3 in July 2010.
This standard has been approved for use by agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense.
1. Scope*
1.1 These test methods cover procedures for assessing the adhesion of relatively ductile coating films to metallic substrates by
applying and removing pressure-sensitive tape over cuts made in the film.
NOTE 1—This test method has been reported being used to measure adhesion of organic coatings on soft substrates (for example, wood and plastic).
Issues with plastic substrates are noted in Appendix X1. A similar test method, ISO 2409, permits tests on soft substrates (for example, wood and plaster).
Precision and bias data on the later is lacking. Test Methods D3359 was developed with metal as the substrate and, in the absence of supporting precision
and bias data, is so limited.
1.2 Test Method A is primarily intended for use at job sitesin the field while Test Method B is more suitable for use in the
laboratory. laboratory or shop environments. Also, Test Method B is not considered suitable for films thicker than 5 mils
(125μm).125μm (5 mils)
NOTE 2—Subject to agreement between the purchaser and the seller, Test Method B can be used for thicker films if wider spaced cuts are
employed.unless wider spaced cuts are employed and there is an explicit agreement between the purchaser and seller.
1.3 These test methods are used to establishevaluate whether the adhesion of a coating to a substrate is at a generally adequate
level.adequate for the user’s application. They do not distinguish between higher levels of adhesion for which more sophisticated
methods of measurement are required.
NOTE 3—It should be recognized that differences in adherability of the coating surface can affect the results obtained with coatings having the same
inherent adhesion.
1.4 This test method is similar in content (but not technically equivalent) to ISO 2409.
1.5 In multicoat systems adhesion failure may occur between coats so that the adhesion of the coating system to the substrate
is not determined.
1.6 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.
1.7 This standard does not purport to address 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.
2. Referenced Documents
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2.1 ASTM Standards:
D609 Practice for Preparation of Cold-Rolled Steel Panels for Testing Paint, Varnish, Conversion Coatings, and Related Coating
Products
D823 Practices for Producing Films of Uniform Thickness of Paint, Varnish, and Related Products on Test Panels
D1000 Test Methods for Pressure-Sensitive Adhesive-Coated Tapes Used for Electrical and Electronic Applications
D1730 Practices for Preparation of Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Surfaces for Painting
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These test methods are under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D01 on Paint and Related Coatings, Materials, and Applications and are the direct responsibility of
Subcommittee D01.23 on Physical Properties of Applied Paint Films.
Current edition approved June 1, 2009Feb. 1, 2017. Published June 2009March 2017. Originally approved in 1974. Last previous edition approved in 20082009 as
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D3359 – 08.D3359 – 09 . DOI: 10.1520/D3359-09E02.10.1520/D3359-17.
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For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM Standards
volume information, refer to the standard’sstandard’s Document Summary page on the ASTM website.
*A Summary of Changes section appears at the end of this standard
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