ASTM D3359-09e2

Standard Test Methods for Measuring Adhesion by Tape Test

SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
If a coating is to fulfill its function of protecting or decorating a substrate, it must adhere to it for the expected service life. Because the substrate and its surface preparation (or lack of it) 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 and treatment, is of considerable usefulness in the industry.
The limitations of all adhesion methods and the specific limitation of this test method to lower levels of adhesion (see 1.3) should be recognized before using it. The intra- and inter-laboratory precision of this test method is similar to other widely-accepted tests for coated substrates (for example, Test Method D2370 and Test Method D4060), but this is partly the result of it being insensitive to all but large differences in adhesion. The limited scale of 0 to 5 was selected deliberately to avoid a false impression of being sensitive.
SCOPE
1.1 These test methods cover procedures for assessing the adhesion of 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 sites while Test Method B is more suitable for use in the laboratory. Also, Test Method B is not considered suitable for films thicker than 5 mils (125μm).
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.  
1.3 These test methods are used to establish whether the adhesion of a coating to a substrate is at a generally adequate level. 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.

General Information

• Status: Historical
• Publication Date: 31-May-2009
• ICS: 83.180 - Adhesives
• Technical Committee: D01 - Paint and Related Coatings, Materials, and Applications
• Drafting Committee: D01.23 - Physical Properties of Applied Paint Films

Standards Content (Sample)

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Designation: D3359 − 09
Standard Test Methods for
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Measuring 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.
1. Scope* 1.6 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the
standard. The values given in parentheses are for information
1.1 These test methods cover procedures for assessing the
only.
adhesionofcoatingfilmstometallicsubstratesbyapplyingand
1.7 This standard does not purport to address the safety
removing pressure-sensitive tape over cuts made in the film.
NOTE 1—This test method has been reported being used to measure concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility
adhesion of organic coatings on soft substrates (for example, wood and
of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and
plastic). Issues with plastic substrates are noted in Appendix X1.Asimilar
health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory
testmethod,ISO2409,permitstestsonsoftsubstrates(forexample,wood
limitations prior to use.
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
2. Referenced Documents
supporting precision and bias data, is so limited.
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1.2 Test Method A is primarily intended for use at job sites 2.1 ASTM Standards:
while Test Method B is more suitable for use in the laboratory. D609 Practice for Preparation of Cold-Rolled Steel Panels
Also,TestMethodBisnotconsideredsuitableforfilmsthicker for Testing Paint, Varnish, Conversion Coatings, and
than 5 mils (125µm). Related Coating Products
D823 Practices for Producing Films of Uniform Thickness
NOTE 2—Subject to agreement between the purchaser and the seller,
of Paint, Varnish, and Related Products on Test Panels
Test Method B can be used for thicker films if wider spaced cuts are
D1000 Test Methods for Pressure-Sensitive Adhesive-
employed.
Coated Tapes Used for Electrical and Electronic Applica-
1.3 These test methods are used to establish whether the
tions
adhesion of a coating to a substrate is at a generally adequate
D1730 Practices for Preparation of Aluminum and
level. They do not distinguish between higher levels of
Aluminum-Alloy Surfaces for Painting
adhesion for which more sophisticated methods of measure-
D2092 Guide for Preparation of Zinc-Coated (Galvanized)
ment are required.
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Steel Surfaces for Painting (Withdrawn 2008)
NOTE 3—It should be recognized that differences in adherability of the
D2370 Test Method for Tensile Properties of Organic Coat-
coating surface can affect the results obtained with coatings having the
ings
same inherent adhesion.
D3330/D3330M TestMethodforPeelAdhesionofPressure-
1.4 This test method is similar in content (but not techni-
Sensitive Tape
cally equivalent) to ISO 2409.
D3924 Specification for Environment for Conditioning and
1.5 In multicoat systems adhesion failure may occur be-
Testing Paint, Varnish, Lacquer, and Related Materials
tween coats so that the adhesion of the coating system to the
D4060 Test Method for Abrasion Resistance of Organic
substrate is not determined.
Coatings by the Taber Abraser
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These test methods are under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D01 on
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Paint and Related Coatings, Materials, and Applications and are the direct For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
responsibility of Subcommittee D01.23 on Physical Properties of Applied Paint contact ASTM Customer Service at [e-mail]. For Annual Book of ASTM
Films. Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
Current edition approved June 1, 2009. Published June 2009. Originally the ASTM website.
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approved in 1974. Last previous edition approved in 2008 as D3359 – 08. DOI: The last approved version of this historical standard is referenced on
10.1520/D3359-09E02. www.astm.org.
*A Summary of Changes section appears at the end of this standard
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with specifications similar to that of Permacel P99 tape are available.
2.2 Other Standard:
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Users of alternative tapes should check whether the alternative tapes give
ISO 2409 Paint and Varnishes — Cross-cut test
comparable results to the Permace
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Designation: D3359 – 09 D3359 – 09 ´2
Standard Test Methods for
1
Measuring 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.
This standard has been approved for use by agencies of the Department of Defense.
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´ NOTE—Footnote 5 and 5.2 were corrected editorially in June 2010.
—Footnote 5 and 5.2 were corrected editorially in June 2010.
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´ NOTE—Footnote 5 and 5.2 were corrected editorially and moved into Note 4 in 5.3 in July 2010.
1. Scope*
1.1 These test methods cover procedures for assessing the adhesion of 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 inAppendix X1.Asimilar 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 MethodAis primarily intended for use at job sites whileTest Method B is more suitable for use in the laboratory.Also,
Test Method B is not considered suitable for films thicker than 5 mils (125µm).
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.
1.3 These test methods are used to establish whether the adhesion of a coating to a substrate is at a generally adequate level.
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 PracticeforPreparationofCold-RolledSteelPanelsforTestingPaint,Varnish,ConversionCoatings,andRelatedCoating
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
D2092 Guide for Preparation of Zinc-Coated (Galvanized) Steel Surfaces for Painting
D2370 Test Method for Tensile Properties of Organic Coatings
D3330/D3330M Test Method for Peel Adhesion of Pressure-Sensitive Tape
D3924 Specification for Environment for Conditioning and Testing Paint, Varnish, Lacquer, and Related Materials
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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, 2009. Published June 2009. Originally approved in 1974. Last previous edition approved in 2008 as D3359 – 08. DOI:
10.1520/D3359-09E02.
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For referencedASTM standards, visit theASTM website, www.astm.org, or contactASTM Customer Service at [e-mail]. ForAnnualBookofASTMStandards
volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on the ASTM website.
*A Summary of Changes section appears at the end of this standard.
Copyright © ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959, United States.
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