1.1 This test method covers the determination of the mar resistance on smooth, flat surfaces. Results are expressed in terms of force-to-mar films of organic coatings such as paint, varnish, and lacquer when applied to smooth, flat planar panel surfaces.
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.
1.3 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.
ASTM D5178-16 Referenced Document
ASTM D1005 Standard Test Method for Measurement of Dry-Film Thickness of Organic Coatings Using Micrometers*, 2020-06-01 Update
ASTM D1186 Standard Test Methods for Nondestructive Measurement of Dry Film Thickness of Nonmagnetic Coatings Applied to a Ferrous Base
ASTM D1400 Standard Test Method for Nondestructive Measurement of Dry Film Thickness of Nonconductive Coatings Applied to a Nonferrous Metal Base
ASTM D609 Standard Practice for Preparation of Cold-Rolled Steel Panels for Testing Paint, Varnish, Conversion Coatings, and Related Coating Products*, 2022-06-01 Update
ASTM D823 Standard Practices for Producing Films of Uniform Thickness of Paint, Varnish, and Related Products on Test Panels
ASTM E177 Standard Practice for Use of the Terms Precision and Bias in ASTM Test Methods
ASTM E691 Standard Practice for Conducting an Interlaboratory Study to Determine the Precision of a Test Method
ASTM D5178-16 history
2021ASTM D5178-21 Standard Test Method for Mar Resistance of Organic Coatings
2016ASTM D5178-16 Standard Test Method for Mar Resistance of Organic Coatings
2013ASTM D5178-13 Standard Test Method for Mar Resistance of Organic Coatings
1998ASTM D5178-98(2008) Standard Test Method for Mar Resistance of Organic Coatings
1998ASTM D5178-98(2002) Standard Test Method for Mar Resistance of Organic Coatings
1998ASTM D5178-98 Standard Test Method for Mar Resistance of Organic Coatings