ASTM D6208-07R20 - Standard Test Method for Repassivation Potential of Aluminum and Its Alloys by Galvanostatic Measurement

1.1 A procedure to determine the repassivation potential of aluminum alloy 3003-H14 (UNS A93003) (1)2 as a measure of relative susceptibility to pitting corrosion by conducting a galvanostatic polarization is described. A procedure that can be used to check experimental technique and instrumentation is described, as well.

1.2 The test method serves as a guide for similar measurement on other aluminum alloys and metals (2-5).

1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses after SI units are provided for information only and are not considered standard.

1.4 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

1.5 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.