SS 5-G10:2020

Methods of test for paints, varnishes and related materials -Part G10 : Corrosion tests in artificial atmosphere – Salt spray tests

OVERVIEW

Specifies the apparatus, the reagents and the procedure to be used in conducting the neutral salt spray (NSS), acetic acid salt spray (AASS) and copper-accelerated acetic acid salt
spray (CASS) tests for assessment of the corrosion resistance of metallic materials, with or
without permanent or temporary corrosion protection.

Also describes the method employed to evaluate the corrosivity of the test cabinet environment.

Does not specify the dimensions or types of test specimens, the exposure period to be used for
a particular product, or the interpretation of results. Such details are provided in the appropriate
product specifications.

COMMENTS

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PRODUCT DETAILS

Status Current
Edition 2020
No. of Pages 29
ICS Classification 87.040 Paints and varnishes
77.060 Corrosion of metals
Committee Chemical Standards Committee
Available for Purchase Global
Adoption ISO 9227 : 2017 MOD