ASTM D5894-96 - 1.1.1996
 
1. Scope

1.1 This practice covers basic principles and operating practice for cyclic corrosion/UV exposure of paints on metal, using alternating periods of exposure in two different cabinets; a cycling salt fog/dry cabinet, and a fluorescent UV/condensation cabinet.

 
2. Referenced Documents

G154-23

Standard Practice for Operating Fluorescent Ultraviolet (UV) Lamp Apparatus for Exposure of Materials

D1654-24e1

Standard Test Method for Evaluation of Painted or Coated Specimens Subjected to Corrosive Environments (Includes all amendments and changes 7/2/2026).

G147-24

Standard Practice for Conditioning and Handling of Materials for Natural and Artificial Weathering Tests

G85-19

Standard Practice for Modified Salt Spray (Fog) Testing

D714-25

Standard Test Method for Evaluating Degree of Blistering of Paints

D610-25

Standard Practice for Evaluating Degree of Rusting on Painted Steel Surfaces

D4587-23

Standard Practice for Fluorescent UV-Condensation Exposures of Paint and Related Coatings

G151-26

Standard Practice for Exposing Materials in Accelerated Test Devices that Use Laboratory Light Sources

G113-24

Standard Terminology Relating to Natural and Artificial Weathering Tests of Nonmetallic Materials