ASTM D 4060 : 2025

1.1This test method covers the determination of the resistance of organic coatings to abrasion produced by the Taber Abraser on coatings applied to a plane, rigid surface, such as a metal panel.

1.2Units—The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard, with the exception of mils when determining coating thickness.

1.3This standard is similar in content (but not technically equivalent) to ISO 7784–2.

1.4To determine the abrasion resistance of coatings produced by autocatalytic (electroless) deposition from aqueous solutions, refer to Specifications B607 or B733. To determine the abrasion resistance of electrolytically formed oxide coatings on magnesium and magnesium alloy, refer to Specification B893. To determine the abrasion resistance of hard anodic coatings, refer to Test Method B1023. To determine the abrasion resistance of high gloss coatings, refer to Test Methods D6037. To determine the abrasion resistance of metallic thermal spray coatings, refer to Test Method F1978.

1.5This 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

1.6This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.