ASTM D 3359 - 09 Standard Test Methods for Measuring Adhesion by Tape Test

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM). Current edition approved June 1, 2009. Published June 2009. Originally approved in 1974. Last previous edition approved in 2008 as D3359 – 08. 8 p. These test methods cover procedures for assessing the adhesion of coating films to metallic substrates by applying and removing pressure-sensitive tape over cuts made in the film.
Test Method A is primarily intended for use at job sites while Test Method B is more suitable for use in the laboratory. Also, Test Method B is not considered suitable for films thicker than 5 mils (125μm).