ASTM B842-99(2005) - 15.10.2005
 
1. Scope

1.1 This specification covers the requirements for electrodeposited zinc iron alloy coatings on metals.

1.2 The values stated in either inch-pound or SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The units given in parentheses are for information only.

1.3 The following precautionary caveat pertains to the test method portion only, Section 8, of this specification: This standard does not purport to address all of 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

B117-26a

Standard Practice for Operating Salt Spray (Fog) Apparatus (Includes all amendments and changes 9/22/2026).

B602-21

Standard Guide for Attribute Sampling of Metallic and Inorganic Coatings

B242-99(2025)

Standard Guide for Preparation of High-Carbon Steel for Electroplating

B320-25

Standard Practice for Preparation of Iron Castings for Electroplating

B322-99(2025)

Standard Guide for Cleaning Metals Prior to Electroplating

B374-24

Standard Terminology Relating to Electroplating

B487-24

Standard Test Method for Measurement of Metal and Oxide Coating Thickness by Microscopical Examination of Cross Section

B762-21

Standard Guide of Variables Sampling of Metallic and Inorganic Coatings

B849-02(2023)

Standard Specification for Pre-Treatments of Iron or Steel for Reducing Risk of Hydrogen Embrittlement

B850-98(2022)

Standard Guide for Post-Coating Treatments of Steel for Reducing the Risk of Hydrogen Embrittlement

D3951-18(2023)

Standard Practice for Commercial Packaging

B697-88(2021)

Standard Guide for Selection of Sampling Plans for Inspection of Electrodeposited Metallic and Inorganic Coatings

B499-09(2026)

Standard Test Method for Measurement of Coating Thicknesses by the Magnetic Method: Nonmagnetic Coatings on Magnetic Basis Metals

B504-90(2023)

Standard Test Method for Measurement of Thickness of Metallic Coatings by the Coulometric Method

B568-98(2021)

Standard Test Method for Measurement of Coating Thickness by X-Ray Spectrometry

B571-23

Standard Practice for Qualitative Adhesion Testing of Metallic Coatings

B183-18(2022)

Standard Practice for Preparation of Low-Carbon Steel for Electroplating