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ASTM Std for electroplated zinc on mild steel traffic sensor enclosures

I need to find the correct ASTM std for Zinc electroplating of a mild steel enclosure. It is a 6x8" round housing for a traffic control sensor that is topped with a glass dome secured with an Aluminum ring and SSteel screws. I also need to now how long it will last under full environmental exposure if possible.

Andrew Barcellos
Manufacturing Engineering Specialist - Tuson, Arizona, USA
2003

ASTM B633 is the spec you need to get hold of. But that isn't the whole answer because B633 describes a range of coatings for exposure conditions from mild to very severe. You will probably want to spec for severe duty at least; probably very severe.

Ted Mooney, P.E.
Striving to live Aloha
finishing.com - Pine Beach, New Jersey
2003

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