ASTM D3359-08

Standard Test Methods for Measuring Adhesion by Tape Test

SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
p>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 D 2370 and Test Method D 4060), 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 D 3359 was developed with metal as the substrate and, in the absense 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-Jan-2008
• 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: D 3359 – 08
Standard Test Methods for
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Measuring Adhesion by Tape Test
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D 3359; 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 (e) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
This standard has been approved for use by agencies of the Department of Defense.
1. Scope* of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and
health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory
1.1 These test methods cover procedures for assessing the
limitations prior to use.
adhesionofcoatingfilmstometallicsubstratesbyapplyingand
removing pressure-sensitive tape over cuts made in the film.
2. Referenced Documents
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NOTE 1—This test method has been reported being used to measure
2.1 ASTM Standards:
adhesion of organic coatings on soft substrates (for example, wood and
D 609 Practice for Preparation of Cold-Rolled Steel Panels
plastic). Issues with plastic substrates are noted inAppendix X1.Asimilar
for Testing Paint, Varnish, Conversion Coatings, and
testmethod,ISO 2409,permitstestsonsoftsubstrates(forexample,wood
Related Coating Products
and plaster). Precision and bias data on the later is lacking. Test Methods
D 823 Practices for Producing Films of Uniform Thickness
D 3359 was developed with metal as the substrate and, in the absense of
supporting precision and bias data, is so limited. of Paint, Varnish, and Related Products on Test Panels
D 1000 Test Methods for Pressure-Sensitive Adhesive-
1.2 Test Method A is primarily intended for use at job sites
Coated Tapes Used for Electrical and Electronic Applica-
while Test Method B is more suitable for use in the laboratory.
tions
Also,TestMethodBisnotconsideredsuitableforfilmsthicker
D 1730 Practices for Preparation of Aluminum and
than 5 mils (125µm).
Aluminum-Alloy Surfaces for Painting
NOTE 2—Subject to agreement between the purchaser and the seller,
D 2092 Guide for Preparation of Zinc-Coated (Galvanized)
Test Method B can be used for thicker films if wider spaced cuts are
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Steel Surfaces for Painting
employed.
D 2370 Test Method for Tensile Properties of Organic
1.3 These test methods are used to establish whether the
Coatings
adhesion of a coating to a substrate is at a generally adequate
D 3330/D 3330M Test Method for Peel Adhesion of
level. They do not distinguish between higher levels of
Pressure-Sensitive Tape
adhesion for which more sophisticated methods of measure-
D 3924 Specification for Environment for Conditioning and
ment are required.
Testing Paint, Varnish, Lacquer, and Related Materials
D 4060 Test Method for Abrasion Resistance of Organic
NOTE 3—It should be recognized that differences in adherability of the
Coatings by the Taber Abraser
coating surface can affect the results obtained with coatings having the
same inherent adhesion.
2.2 Other Standard:
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ISO 2409 Paint and Varnishes — Cross-cut test
1.4 This test method is similar in content (but not techni-
cally equivalent) to ISO 2409.
3. Summary of Test Methods
1.5 In multicoat systems adhesion failure may occur be-
3.1 Test Method A—An X-cut is made through the film to
tween coats so that the adhesion of the coating system to the
thesubstrate,pressure-sensitivetapeisappliedoverthecutand
substrate is not determined.
then removed, and adhesion is assessed qualitatively on the 0
1.6 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the
to 5 scale.
standard. The values given in parentheses are for information
3.2 Test Method B—A lattice pattern with either six or
only.
eleven cuts in each direction is made in the film to the
1.7 This standard does not purport to address the safety
concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility
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For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
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These test methods are under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D01 on contact ASTM Customer Service at [e-mail]. For Annual Book of ASTM
Paint and Related Coatings, Materials, and Applications and are the direct Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
responsibility of Subcommittee D01.23 on Physical Properties of Applied Paint the ASTM website.
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Films. Withdrawn.
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Current edition approved Feb. 1, 2008. Published March 2008. Originally Available fromAmerican National Standards Institute (ANSI), 25 W. 43rd St.,
approved in 1974. Last previous edition approved in 2007 as D 3359 – 07. 4th Floor, New York, NY 10036, http://www.ansi.org.
*A Summary of Changes section appears at the end of this standard.
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Designation:D3359–07 Designation: D 3359 – 08
Standard Test Methods for
1
Measuring Adhesion by Tape Test
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D 3359; 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 (e) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
This standard has been approved for use by agencies of the Department of Defense.
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 D 3359 was developed with metal as the substrate and, in the absense 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:
D 609 Practice for Preparation of Cold-Rolled Steel Panels for Testing Paint, Varnish, Conversion Coatings, and Related
Coating Products
D 823 Practices for Producing Films of Uniform Thickness of Paint, Varnish, and Related Products on Test Panels
D 1000 Test Methods for Pressure-Sensitive Adhesive-Coated Tapes Used for Electrical and Electronic Applications
D 1730 Practices for Preparation of Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Surfaces for Painting
D 2092 Guide for Preparation of Zinc-Coated (Galvanized) Steel Surfaces for Painting
D 2370 Test Method for Tensile Properties of Organic Coatings
D 3330/D 3330M Test Method for Peel Adhesion of Pressure-Sensitive Tape
D 3924 Specification for Environment for Conditioning and Testing Paint, Varnish, Lacquer, and Related Materials
D 4060 Test Method for Abrasion Resistance of Organic Coatings by the Taber Abraser
2.2 Other Standard:
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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 Nov.Feb. 1, 2007.2008. Published December 2007.March 2008. Originally approved in 1974. Last previous edition approved in 20022007 as
D 3359 – 027.
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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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ISO 2409 Paint and Varnishes — Cross-cut test
3. Summary of Test Methods
3.1 Test MethodA—An X-c
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