ASTM F1941-07

This specification covers application, performance and dimensional requirements for electrodeposited coatings on threaded fasteners with unified inch screw threads. It specifies coating thickness, supplementary hexavalent chromate or trivalent chromite finishes, corrosion resistance, precautions for managing the risk of hydrogen embrittlement and hydrogen embrittlement relief for high-strength and surface-hardened fasteners. The electrodeposited coating as ordered shall cover all surfaces and shall meet the requirements prescribed. Coated fasteners, when tested by continuous exposure to neutral salt spray shall show neither corrosion products of coatings (white corrosion) nor basis metal corrosion products (red rust) at the end of the test period. The coating thickness, embrittlement, corrosion resistance, and trivalent chromite finish shall be tested to meet the requirements prescribed.