ASTM D2511 Standard Test Method for Thermal Shock Sensitivity of Solid Film Lubricants
8. Sampling, Test Specimens, and Test Units
8.1 Have a sufficient quantity of solid film mixture to perform test. Prepare the test panels as follows:
8.1.1 Liquid-degrease the test panels in P-D-680 dry cleaning solvent and dry them.
8.1.2 Apply solid film lubricant to one surface of the test panel by spraying, or an equivalent technique, to produce a dry film thickness of 0.005 to 0.013 mm (0.0002 to 0.0005 in.).
8.1.3 In most cases, curing shall be carried out according to the particular manufacturer's specifications. If such instructions are not provided, cure the film by air drying for 6 h at 26.7 +/- 3°C (80 +/- 5°F) or by air drying for 30 min at 26.7°C (80°F) followed by 1 h in an air-circulating oven at 148.9°C (300°F).
8.1.4 Measure the dry film thickness using a micrometer.
