ASTM D896-97 - 10.3.1997
 
1. Scope

1.1 This test method provides a uniform procedure for the exposure of adhesively bonded substrates to selected environments. This test method also provides for a qualitative measure of the adhesive bond strength using existing standard methods after exposure.

1.2 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. For specific precautions, see Section 8.

1.3 Values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard.

 
2. Referenced Documents

D543-21

Standard Practices for Evaluating the Resistance of Plastics to Chemical Reagents

D3164-03(2025)

Standard Test Method for Strength Properties of Adhesively Bonded Plastic Lap-Shear Sandwich Joints in Shear by Tension Loading

D1151-00(2022)

Standard Practice for Effect of Moisture and Temperature on Adhesive Bonds

D907-15(2023)

Standard Terminology of Adhesives

D1002-10(2019)

Standard Test Method for Apparent Shear Strength of Single-Lap-Joint Adhesively Bonded Metal Specimens by Tension Loading (Metal-to-Metal)

B117-26

Standard Practice for Operating Salt Spray (Fog) Apparatus

D471-16a(2021)

Standard Test Method for Rubber Property—Effect of Liquids (Includes all amendments and changes 6/25/2021).