Description / Abstract:
Note: Nothing in this standard supercedes
applicable laws and regulations.
Note: In the event of conflict between the
English and domestic language, the English language shall take
precedence.
Purpose. This procedure describes an
accelerated laboratory corrosion test method to evaluate assemblies
and components. The test procedure provides a combination of cyclic
conditions (salt solution, various temperatures, humidity, and
ambient environment) to accelerate metallic corrosion. The
procedure is effective for evaluating a variety of corrosion
mechanisms, such as general, galvanic, crevice, etc. The test
exposure/conditions can be individually tailored to achieve any
desired level of corrosion exposure. Also, synergistic effects due
to temperature, mechanical and electrical cycling, along with other
stresses, can be comprehended by this test. See Deviations Section
(pages 25 through 27) of this document for typical
modifications.
Foreword. The test method is comprised of 1%
(approximate) complex salt mist applications coupled with high
temperature and high humidity and high temperature dry off. One (1)
test cycle is equal to 24 h. A cycle is made up of the daily events
or test inputs illustrated in Figure A1. A cycle normally requires
one (1) day to complete. The test exposure is dictated by a
targeted coupon mass loss. A target range for the number of cycles
necessary to meet the required mass loss is provided in Table A1
for Method 1/2 and Table A2 for Method 3. The coupon mass loss
values are used to verify that the correct amount of corrosion has
been produced by the test. In addition to meeting mass loss
requirements, the test must be conducted such that the number of
cycles required to meet coupon mass loss requirements falls within
the specified range.
Applicability. This is a cyclic corrosion test
(refer to Figure A1) used for validation testing (cosmetic and/or
functional/general durability), development testing, and quality
control testing, for all global environmental regions.
The basic exposures for cosmetic corrosion are found below in
exposures 0, A, B, and C. Exposures D and E are used for functional
assessment (refer to Table A1 and Table A2). All corrosion
mechanisms are accelerated at different rates on test. Completing
the test may not ensure that a component passes the functional
requirement. A comprehensive failure mode analysis must be
conducted to ensure all failure modes are considered and life
expectancy is met.
• Exposure 0: All Areas (0 Year/Initial Delivery (ID)).
•Exposure A: Underbody
Components.
•Exposure B: Underhood
Components.
•Exposure C: Exterior
Components/Panels, Secondary Surfaces, and Interior Components.
•Exposure D/E: All Components
(Functional).
Note: For Exposure 0 (0 Year/ID) evaluate parts
at two (2) cycles of the defined exposure linked to the associated
vehicle area and mounting location as defined in Table A1 for
Method 1/2 and Table A2 for Method 3.
Note: Reference the Deviations Section (pages
25 through 27) for optional modifications.