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Description / Abstract:
Introduction
Note: Nothing in this standard supercedes
applicable laws and regulations.
Note: In the event of conflict between the
English and domestic language, the English language shall take
precedence.
Purpose. This procedure evaluates the contact
corrosion potential of elastomer seal and O-ring compounds on
machined metal surfaces.
Applicability.
Test results are compared to five graduated contact corrosion
levels shown in Figure 7. A scale rating is assigned that is the
closest to the test result.
The desired maximum contact corrosion rating is listed in the
relevant GM document/print. A zero or low corrosion (C) number is
desired.
Remarks.
This procedure is primarily intended for crankshaft seals on
machined steel shafts. The test is intended to screen compounds in
contact with sensitive shaft surfaces that may exhibit high
corrosion tendencies.
Shaft corrosion can lead to surface pitting and progressive loss
of effective seal contact to prevent leakage.
SAE J403 grade 1020 cold roll carbon steel stock is used for its
sensitivity to corrosion for a short test period. Actual production
shaft materials will provide different results.