American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM). Current edition approved June 1, 2006. Published June 2006. Originally
approved in 1988. Last previous edition approved in 2000 as F 1137-00. 2 p. This specification covers the basic requirements for seven grades of corrosion protection for fasteners. Grade 0A consists of a zinc phosphate coating with no additional sealer (dry), Grade 0B consists of a zinc phosphate coating with a dry organic sealer, Grade 0C, Grade 0D, and Grade I consist of a zinc phosphate coating with supplemental protective oil type compound, and Grades II and III consist of a zinc phosphate with a supplemental zinc-rich epoxy resin coating (Grade II includes a clear organic topcoat).