Title
Some complementary scratch resistance characterization methods
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2006
Department/School
Physics and Astronomy
Abstract
In the characterization of mar/scratch resistance of coatings/materials with single-probe techniques, the probe usually scrapes the tested surface under a constant load or increasing load, followed by dimensional measurements of the scratch, identification of the critical force at which cracking/fracture occurs, or evaluation with optical instruments. Due to a variety of coatings/materials properties and various application requirements, the single-probe method may not provide pertinent characterization of coatings/materials in their applications in some cases. Three complementary test methods are presented in this article: i.e., a crack density measurement used for fragile thermoplastic olefin (TPO), a repeated scratching test, and a cross-scratching test used for glazing materials for automobile windows.
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Recommended Citation
Mi, L., Ling, H., Shen, W., Ryntz, R., Wichterman, B., & Scholten, A. (2006). Some complementary scratch resistance characterization methods. JCT Research, 3(4), 249–255. doi:10.1007/s11998-006-0020-7