Material Specifications MAT0310

ZINC PLATING
1. SCOPE

1.1 This specification covers requirements for zinc electroplated and mechanically plated finishes.
Seven Types of standard finishes are defined; see Tables 1 and 3. This specification replaces Former
CNH Company specifications listed in Table 2 for use on all new and updated drawings.

1.2 Some suppliers have begun a transition to trivalent chromium (Cr3) passivation to replace and
effectively eliminate hexavalent chromium (Cr6) passivation and compounds from zinc plated finishes
they supply to this specification. This transition to Cr3 passivation is not required, however it is permitted
where the same corrosion protection and frictional characteristics, where applicable, afforded by Cr6
passivation are achieved. Cr6 and Cr3 passivation are permitted where finish Types specified allow the
use of Cr6 passivation unless otherwise specified or restricted. CNH must be notified of all changes in
materials and compliance with specified requirements for zinc plating finish Type and Class must be
verified.

1.2.1 In addition to meeting the requirements of this specification, there are defined implementation
requirements for a transition to Cr3 passivation that must be met for zinc plated parts supplied to some
company facilities. For example see CNH ES-H176.

Table 1 Zinc Plating Types and Material Description

(1, 2)
Type Description
Zinc electroplating with yellow colored chromate passivation. Cr3 or Cr6 passivation is permitted.
ZN YCR Type ZN YCR exhibits good corrosion resistance; and is the most commonly used Type for exterior
applications, hydraulic fittings and tubing, and other components.
Zinc electroplating with clear Cr3 chromium passivation; No Cr6 passivation is permitted.
ZN TCR Type ZN TCR specified corrosion resistance is equivalent to Type ZN YCR with the same part applications.
Zinc electroplating with clear or colored and leached clear chromate passivation. Cr3 or Cr6 passivation is
ZN CCR permitted. Type ZN CCR finish exhibits the least corrosion resistance and its use should be minimized.
Zinc electroplating with black colored chromate passivation. Cr3 or Cr6 passivation is permitted. ZN BCR
ZN BCR finish exhibits moderate corrosion resistance; primarily used for appearance purposes in interior applications.
Zinc mechanical plating with yellow colored chromate passivation and a matte finish. Cr3 or Cr6 passivation
ZNM YCR is permitted. ZNM YCR applications include spring steel wire in coiled springs and snap rings.
Zinc mechanical plating with clear Cr3 passivation; No Cr6 passivation is permitted. Same applications as
ZNM TCR described for Type ZNM YCR. Type ZNM TCR may be substituted for Type ZNM YCR with the same
required conditions as described for ZN TCR.
Zinc Plating Types Restricted to Non-Threaded Parts
Zinc electroplating with clear Cr3 passivation and a required topcoat sealant. No Cr6 passivation permitted.
Restricted to non-threaded parts such as flared hydraulic tubing as no torque coefficient requirements are
ZN TCRSP specified. Exhibits improved corrosion resistance over all ZN plating types described.
No automatic substitution for other zinc plating Types or by other zinc plating Types is permitted.
(1) See Table 3 for plating appearance requirements.
(2) See Section 3.2.1 to 3.2.4 and for guidance on Cr3 passivation substitution for Cr6 passivation.

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2. RELATED SPECIFICATIONS

ANSI B1.3 Screw Thread Gaging Systems for Dimensional Acceptability

ASTM B117 Salt Spray (Fog) Testing
ASTM B183 Practice for Preparation of Low Carbon Steel for Electroplating
ASTM B201 Practice for Testing Chromate Coatings on Zinc and Cadmium Surfaces
ASTM B242 Practice for Preparation of High Carbon Steel for Electroplating
ASTM B320 Practice of Preparation of Iron Castings for Electroplating
ASTM B487 Measurement of Metal & Oxide Coating Thickness, Microscopical Exam of a Cross Section
ASTM B504 Measurement of Thickness of Metallic Coating by the Coulometric Method
ASTM B499 Measurement of Coating Thickness by the Magnetic Method, Nonmagnetic Coating on
Magnetic Basis Metals
ASTM B571 Test Adhesion of Metallic Coatings
ASTM B839 Method - Residual Embrittlement of Metallic Coated Externally Threaded Articles,
Fasteners, and Rod-Inclined Wedge Method
ASTM B850 Post-Coating Treatment of Steel for Reducing Risk of Hydrogen Embrittlement
CNH ENS7001 (86629329) Tightening of Threaded Fasteners
CNH ES-H176 Trivalent Implementation Requirements & Timing for Wichita, KS Products
CNH MAT0320 (87346989) High Corrosion Resistance Coatings
CNH MAT0318 (47646779) Zinc Flake Coating
CNH MAT1003 (86979049) Metallic Material Designations on Engineering Drawings
CNH ENPJ100 (86619032) Significant Characteristics
FNHA-2-J-071 (86615362) Autophoretic Coating
ISO 898/1 Mechanical Properties of Fasteners - Bolts, Screws and Studs
ISO 898/2 Mech. Properties of Fasteners, Nuts - Specified Proof Load Values-Coarse Thread
ISO 4042 Fasteners - Electroplated Coatings
ISO 10587 Metallic & Other Inorganic Ctgs – Test for Residual Embrittlement Inclined Wedge Method
SAE J429 Mechanical & Material Requirements for Externally Threaded Fasteners
SAE J995 Mechanical & Material Requirements for Steel Nuts

Table 2 Former CNH Company Material Specifications

CNH NH Pennsylvania O&K Engineering NH Tractor
CASE (1)
Type FNHA Standard Standard Fasteners General Parts Engineering
ZN YCR MS-201 2-H-500 (86508305) EN ISO 4042, DIN 50961, Fe/Zn Xc C Fiat 9.57405,
(Yellow) Class A ZN YCR A1C, A2C, or A3C EN 12329, Fe/Zn Xc C Type III
ZN TCR Fiat 9.57405.
--- --- --- ---
(Clear) Type IV
ZN TCRSP
--- --- --- --- ---
(Clear)
ZN CCR MS-201 2-H-500 (86508305) EN ISO 4042, DIN 50961,Fe/Zn Xc B Fiat 9.57405,
(Clear) Class B ZN CCR A1B, A2B, or A3B EN 12329, Fe/Zn Xc B Type II
ZN BCR 2-H-500 (86508305) EN ISO 4042, DIN 50961, Fe/Zn Xc F Fiat 9.57405,
MS-203
(Black) ZN BCR A1R, A2R, or A3R EN 12329, Fe/Zn Xc F Type VI
ZNM YCR 2-H-505 (86580475)
--- --- --- ---
(Yellow) ZNM YCR
ZNM TCR
--- --- --- --- ---
(Clear)
(1) Zedelgem Engineering Standard WS 48.01 was superseded by FNHA 2-H-500

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3. APPLICATION
3.1 Zinc plated finishes are used primarily as a protective coating on ferrous based materials. They
are intended to extend the corrosion resistance of the substrate material. Required corrosion protection
and appearance are factors to consider in specifying the Type and Class of zinc plating for an
application. Painting a part or use of a high corrosion resistance coating per CNH MAT0320 should be
considered where significantly improved corrosion resistance compared to zinc plating is required.

3.2 The zinc passivation finishes have typically contained hexavalent chromium. Per the European
Commission Directive 2000/53/EC, regarding end-of-life vehicles, hexavalent chromium containing
finishes are not permitted on new automobiles and light trucks sold in Europe after 01 July 2007.
Although this directive does not govern off-highway equipment, availability of these passivation types
may become problematic in Europe and also in North America.

3.2.1 Type ZN TCR may be supplied, but is not required, for parts where Type ZN YCR or ZN CCR is
specified on existing part drawings. Approval of this substitution by the procuring CNH facility is required
prior to supplier shipment of parts. Compliance with specified finish Type and Class requirements must
be verified. See Sections 3.2.3 and 7 related to zinc plating finishes changes.

3.2.2 Type ZN TCR may be specified for new applications where Type ZN YCR or ZN CCR have
typically been specified. No special part approval is required where the Type ZN TCR is specified and
the finish meets Table 3 defined corrosion resistance and color requirements.

3.2.3 When applied properly, finishes with Cr3 passivation can provide corrosion resistance (white,
black, and red) that fully meets the corrosion resistance requirements specified in Table 3. Special
approval, in addition to Section 3.2.1 requirements, for Cr3 passivated parts supplied to this specification
is not required where the submitted parts meet the defined corrosion resistance and color requirements
for the specified plating Types. Special part approval, prior to shipment of the parts, must be obtained
from the procuring CNH facility in cases where use of Cr3 finish results in reduced corrosion resistance
or the color of parts is distinctly different from the finish color typically supplied (e.g. light iridescent yellow
hue versus a dark yellow or bronze color). Prior to making any changes to the specified zinc plating
finish, such as the type of chromium passivation, the supplier shall notify the procuring CNH facility of the
proposed changes; see also Sections 3.2.1 and 7.
3.2.4 Basic zinc plating with Cr6 or Cr3 passivation will typically exhibit comparable coefficient of
friction values. However, both finishes can exhibit significant variability in coefficient of friction and
related torque tension characteristics. Applying a sealant is permitted for any of the plating Types, but is
not required. Sealants may be applied over Cr3 passivation to achieve required corrosion resistance.
Where a sealant, including those formulated or used with friction modifiers, is applied over any plating
Type it shall not significantly affect the coefficient of friction and related torque-tension characteristics
when compared to a corresponding basic Cr6 conversion finish. When a change from Cr6 to Cr3
passivation is made or where sealants are applied, finishes are expected to comply with torque-tension
values per CNH ENS7001.
3.3 Type ZN YCR plating finish is commonly specified for standard hardware due to its good
corrosion resistance and process availability. See STPA020 (87026717) for information on standard
fastener finishes. Special color requirements should be specified on the drawing or purchase order by
agreement between the supplier and the procuring CNH facility. For some parts Type ZN CCR or ZN
BCR may be specified for appearance reasons. Black Type ZN BCR is susceptible to highly visible white
corrosion in exterior applications. Autophoretic coating, FNHA-2-J-071, or CNH MAT0320 high corrosion
resistant coatings are available in a black finish with higher corrosion resistance for exterior applications.

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3.4 Certain zinc electroplated parts may require a baking treatment due to the possibility of hydrogen
embrittlement, see Section 4.6. Susceptibility of parts to hydrogen embrittlement can be significantly
reduced by specifying non-electrolytically applied coatings per CNH MAT0320 or MAT0318.

3.5 Zinc plated parts shall not be used in applications that have direct contact with aluminum. Direct
contact between the two metals will result in unacceptable galvanic corrosion of the zinc plated
components. This restriction does not apply to anodized aluminum.

4. REQUIREMENTS

Zinc Plating Appearance, Thickness, and

Table 3
Neutral Salt Spray Corrosion Resistance Requirements
Corrosion Resistance (see Section 4.5)
Thickness
CNH Plating White and Black
Appearance after Passivation, Red Corrosion
Type Class Corrosion
µm (inches), min Hours, Minimum
Hours, Minimum
(1)
3 3 (0.00010) 90
Iridescent light yellow 5 5 (0.00020) 110
ZN YCR
or gold to light bronze 8 8 (0.00030) 72 140
or dark yellow 13 13 (0.00050) 170
18 18 (0.00070) 200
(1)
3 3 (0.00010) 90
Dull to semi-bright 5 5 (0.00020) 110
metallic finish with no
ZN TCR 8 8 (0.00030) 72 140
or slight iridescent
light yellow hue 13 13 (0.00050) 170
18 18 (0.00070) 200
(1)
3 3 (0.00010) 32
Bright silvery or 5 5 (0.00020) 54
ZN CCR 8
light blue hue 8 8 (0.00030) 94
13 13 (0.00050) 120
(1)
3 3 (0.00010) 45
5 5 (0.00020) 64
ZN BCR Black 24
8 8 (0.00030) 110
13 13 (0.00050) 150
(1)
Same appearance as 3 3 (0.00010) 90
ZN YCR, smooth 5 5 (0.00020) 110
ZNM YCR 72
matte to semi-bright 8 8 (0.00030) 140
finish 13 13 (0.00050) 170
Similar appearance to (1)
3 3 (0.00010) 90
ZN TCR; matte to 5 5 (0.00020) 110
ZNM TCR semi-bright metallic
finish; no or slight 8 8 (0.00030) 72 140
iridescent yellow hue 13 13 (0.00050) 170
Zinc Plating Types Restricted to Non-Threaded Parts
(Torque coefficient, K-factor, control is not required)
Same as ZN TCR;
dull to semi-bright (2)
ZN TCRSP metallic finish. 13 13 (0.00050) 120 260
No specified K-factor
(1) Coating Class 3 should only be specified for small sized fasteners as described in Table 4.
(2) ZN TCRSP minimum thickness shall be after passivation and sealant application. Sealants are limited to a layer thickness of 2 microns.

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4. REQUIREMENTS (Continued)

4.1 CNH zinc plated parts shall meet all requirements of this specification in addition to any special
requirements specified on the drawing. These requirements only apply to significant surfaces.
Significant surfaces are those where the plating is necessary to the function or appearance of the part
after assembly and may be defined on the drawing or previously agreed upon in the purchase order.
Generally, it is that portion of the visible surface on the part that can be contacted by a 13 mm (0.50 inch)
diameter sphere. Unless otherwise specified; holes, recesses, threads, sharp edged rims, and angles
are considered non-significant surfaces, see Section 4.3 for minimum plating requirements.

4.2 SURFACE PREPARATION

4.2.1 Prior to plating, parts shall be thoroughly cleaned and free of tool marks, rust, scale, oil, pits,
foreign matter, and any surface conditions detrimental to plating finish or adhesion. Cleaning operations,
particularly acid cleaning, must be controlled to prevent hydrogen embrittlement, particularly on parts that
are hardened, cold worked, and/or highly stressed in service. Acid cleaning is not permitted for parts
with hardness above 39 HRC (or equivalent). For both electroplated and mechanical plated finishes
appropriate cleaning practices such as ASTM B183, ASTM B242, or ASTM B320 are recommended.

4.2.2 Prior to mechanical zinc plating, parts shall be deposited with a thin coating of copper (i.e. copper
flash) or similar metal by immersion in appropriate chemical solutions without the use of electric current.
There is no thickness requirement for this coating.

Table 4 Threaded Fasteners, Required Zinc Plating Thickness Range

Metric Fasteners US Customary (inch) Fasteners
Classes 6g & 6H Thread Fits Classes 2A & 2B Thread Fits
Required Maximum Required Maximum
Thread Pitch, Threads
Thickness Thickness, Thickness Thickness,
mm (1) per Inch
Class µm (inches) Class (1) µm (inches)
l.00 and finer 3 6 (0.00025) 24 and finer 3 6 (0.00025)
1.25
5 8 (0.00030) 20 through 14 5 8 (0.00030)
through 1.75
2.00 and coarser 8 13 (0.00050) 13 through 6 8 13 (0.00050)
(1) See Table 3 for minimum thickness requirements.

4.3 PLATING THICKNESS

4.3.1 Fasteners & Threaded Areas

The minimum required plating thickness Class and the maximum permissible plating thickness for
threaded surfaces are shown in Table 4. Zinc plating thickness requirements are indicated for metric
fasteners with Class 6g (external) and Class 6H (internal) thread fits and US customary (inch) fasteners
with Class 2A (external) and Class 2B (internal) thread fits. The maximum thickness may be altered if the
manufacturer of the threaded fastener takes into account the changes in pitch diameter due to the plating
and can assure there is an allowance maintained within standard threaded manufacturing practice after
plating. This shall be negotiated with the procuring CNH facility and Materials Engineering activity prior to
submittal of samples. Internal threaded component parts having a hole depth greater than 6mm (0.25
inches) need not meet the thickness requirements on the threaded portion unless otherwise specified on
the Engineering drawing or standard.

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4.3.2 General Parts

The plating thickness of significant surfaces shall meet the minimum required by the plating thickness
Class specified on the engineering drawing or standard. Standard plating classes are shown in Table 3.
Non-significant surfaces must be visibly plated and shall have a minimum plating thickness of the next
lowest class with respect to the designated plating class. Where Class 3 thickness is specified, non-
significant surfaces shall have a minimum plating thickness of 1.5 micrometers (0.00006 inches).
4.4 DIMENSIONS AND TOLERANCES

4.4.1 General Parts

The dimensions specified on drawings where zinc plating is specified shall be after plating unless
otherwise specified.

4.4.2 Fasteners & Threaded Areas

In general when fasteners are assembled, both the external and internal threaded component must run
freely in their intended use. For metric threads, dimensional requirements and gauging shall be per ISO
4042. For external inch threads, acceptability of screw threads shall be determined based on System 21
per ANSI B1.3. The Class 2A maximum diameters apply to a part before plating or coating, whereas the
basic diameters (Class 2A maximum diameters plus the plating allowance) apply to a part after plating or
coating. Internal inch threads shall meet the Class 2B gauging requirements before and after plating.

4.5 CORROSION RESISTANCE

4.5.1 White and Black Corrosion

Evaluate the amount of corrosion visible to the unaided eye on significant surfaces after neutral salt
spray testing of samples for the number of hours specified in Table 3. There shall be no white corrosion
products visible on significant surfaces. Black corrosion products, if present, must be less than ten
percent (<10%) of the total area of the significant surfaces.

4.5.2 Red Corrosion

After neutral salt spray testing, for the number of hours specified in Table 3, there shall be no more than
one spot of red corrosion visible to the unaided eye per 650 square millimeters (one spot per square
inch) of significant surface. On pieces having less than 650 square millimeters (1 square inch) of
significant surface, a maximum of one spot of red corrosion is permissible. No individual red corrosion
spot larger than 1.5 mm (0.060 inches) in diameter is permissible.

4.6 HYDROGEN EMBRITTLEMENT / BAKING

4.6.1 Susceptible Parts

4.6.1.1 All steel parts subsequently zinc electroplated having a measured surface hardness above 34
HRC (or equivalent) and all medium or high carbon (C ≥ 0.35%) cold formed parts can experience
hydrogen embrittlement. This encompasses all standard Class 10.9 fasteners meeting ISO 898/1 or
Grade 8 meeting SAE J429. The baking of such parts immediately after electroplating helps to relieve
this condition. Baking per Section 4.6.3 is required for these susceptible parts. Susceptibility to
hydrogen embrittlement is significantly reduced by specifying a high corrosion resistant coating per CNH
MAT0320 or a zinc flake coating per CNH MAT0318.

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4.6.1.2 The baking requirement for susceptible parts per Section 4.6.1.1 shall be noted on the drawing
with "Baking Required" or specified in the Engineering Parts List (EPL), see examples Section 8.3.1.
However, even where the “Baking Required” note or EPL designation to bake is not included on
drawings for susceptible parts, baking of these parts according to Section 4.6.3 is required.

4.6.2 Exempted Parts – Baking Not Required

Class 10 nuts meeting ISO 898/2 and Grade 8 nuts meeting SAE J995 and all standard fasteners
specified per ISO 898/1 Class 8.8 or SAE J429 Grade 5 and lower are exempted from the baking
requirement given in Section 4.6.3. Individual mechanical plated parts may also be exempted. Under
limited circumstances the susceptible parts described in Section 4.6.1 may be exempted from the baking
requirement, for these parts the engineering drawing shall note "Baking Not Required".
4.6.3 Baking Requirement
Unless exempted or otherwise specified on the drawing, the zinc electroplated parts described in Section
4.6.1 must be baked (relieved) immediately after electroplating and before other chemical treatment (i.e.
chromate passivation) by heating to 175°C (350°F) minimum for at least 4 hours at temperature.
Treatment at higher temperatures and for longer times may be necessary to ensure freedom from
hydrogen embrittlement. Hardened parts that are tempered at less than 175°C (350°F) shall be heated
to 150°C (300°F) for at least 8 hours at temperature. Baking treatment per ISO 4042 Annex A or ASTM
B850 are acceptable alternative practices to assure freedom from hydrogen embrittlement.
4.6.4 A constant load test, such as ASTM B839 or ISO 10587, to determine if parts have been affected
by hydrogen embrittlement may be required by agreement between the supplier and procuring CNH
facility. Development of unique load tests for certain parts may be necessary and in these cases should
be specified on the engineering drawing.
4.6.5 High Hardness Fasteners - Restricted Use
Certain zinc electroplated and mechanical plated high hardness fasteners have been identified as being
highly susceptible to hydrogen assisted cracking (HAC). Use of these fasteners is restricted; they shall
not be used in new designs after 01 October, 2011. Fastener material and finish of concern are covered
by the noted CNH Standard Parts documents; new parts shall not be created with these combinations.
• CNH STPB690: Material 12.9; Finishes ZND and ZNM
• CNH STPB740: Material 12.9; Finish ZND
• CNH STPB810: Material 10.9 and 12.9; All Finishes (Effective 01 May, 2015)
• CNH STPB830: Material 12.9; Finish ZND
• CNH STPC120: Materials AST; Finish ZND and BZN
• CNH STPC130: Materials AST; Finish ZND
• CNH STPC140: Materials AST and 5; Finish ZND
• CNH STPC510: Material 12.9; Finish ZNM
• CNH STPC520: Material 12.9; Finish ZND and ZNM
• CNH STPC525: Material 12.9; Finish ZND and BZN
• CNH STPC530: Material 45H and AST; Finish ZND
• CNH STPC540: Material 12.9; Finish ZND
• Case C-071: Material is alloy steel, Finish ZN and ZND
• Case C-072: Material is alloy steel, Finish ZN and ZND
• Case C-073: Material is alloy steel, Finish ZN
• Case CM-028 Material is 12.9; Finish ZND
• Case JM-021: Material is Q&T Spring Steel, Finish ZND

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4.7 ADHESION

4.7.1 For all classes, plating shall demonstrate satisfactory adhesion to the substrate and as required
by passing adhesion tests identified in Section 6.3. Parts that are formed, such as tubing, shall be
evaluated for adhesion in their final shape and plating finish as intended for use in production.

4.7.2 Paint materials applied over zinc plating finishes on parts shall demonstrate satisfactory adhesion
to the plating finish to assure acceptable appearance of the part during normal operating conditions.

4.8 PLATING QUALITY & APPEARANCE

The plating shall be dense, uniform, and free of porosity, pinholes, blisters, flaking, cracks, and stains.
The plating shall be free of other discontinuities that affect appearance, part reliability (such as arc
strikes), or corrosion resistance. It shall not exhibit gray or burned areas. The color of the finished part
shall meet the description given in Table 3 for the designated CNH Type. Unique color requirements
may be specified on the drawing as a special requirement or obtained by agreement between the
procuring CNH facility and supplier. Zinc plated fasteners should be received effectively dry with only
minimal residual oil from processing expected.

5. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

5.1 Special surface finishes, conditions, methods, or plating thicknesses may be applied as special
requirements (SPCL). These requirements shall be indicated on the engineering drawing and apply to
the specified CNH plating class.

5.2 SPCL PLATING TYPES & CLASSES

The finish Types and thickness Classes given in Table 3 should be the primary finishes designated. A
special plating finish, type, color, and/or minimum plating thickness may be designated for unique
appearance or corrosion resistance requirements. Special plating finishes include plain or olive-drab
chromate. Special zinc alloy plating types, such as zinc cobalt and zinc nickel, are available. In addition
to a special finish, type, and/or minimum plating thickness, a modified salt spray corrosion resistance
requirement may also be specified on the engineering drawing, see Sections 8.3.3 and 8.3.4 for drawing
note examples.

5.3 WAXES AND SPECIAL LUBRICANTS

Waxes or special lubricants are not permitted on nuts and bolts, except as noted below, unless their
application is agreed to by the procuring CNH facility and the supplier. Industry practice in some regions
is to apply wax or special lubricant to Inch Prevailing Torque Nuts (lock nuts) to reduce torque-tension
coefficients to that of standard nuts. If wax or special lubricant is applied to standard fasteners, testing to
establish new torque-tension values will be necessary.

5.4 SEALANTS

Sealants may be applied to zinc plated parts to improve white corrosion resistance but are not required
unless specified on the drawing. The sealant should be applied less than 30 minutes after a chromate
treatment. Sealant application to threaded components may affect the torque-tension values, see
Section 3.2.4. Testing should be conducted to verify torque-tension values with the actual joint involved
for these parts.

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6. METHODS OF TEST
All designated National Standards and test methods are to be latest issue unless otherwise specified.

6.1 PLATING THICKNESS

Plating thickness shall be measured on significant surfaces using one of the following methods:
microscopic method per ASTM B487, magnetic method per ASTM B499, coulometric method per ASTM
B504, or other equivalent method. Plating thickness on threaded fasteners shall be determined on the
shank, bolt head, hexagon flats, or other smooth surface.

6.2 CORROSION RESISTANCE

6.2.1 The neutral salt spray test shall be performed per the ASTM B117 method. Evaluation of results
will be based only on significant surfaces unless otherwise specified on the Engineering drawing. The
plating shall conform to limitations for white, black, and red corrosion as defined in Section 4.5 after the
minimum test hours specified in Table 3.
6.2.2 For testing corrosion resistance, the complete part is the preferred test specimen size. Parts may
be cut into smaller test specimens as necessary, but shall not be less than 150 mm (6 inches) in length.
6.2.3 Test specimens shall be suitably clean, free of fingerprints, and other stains. Loose particles
should be removed by gentle wiping with a clean, dry, soft cloth. Rinsing the sample with warm water is
recommended if required to remove dirt or other surface contaminants. Oily or greasy surfaces should
not be used for testing. Degreasing of test specimens with organic solvents is not permitted.

6.3 ADHESION
Plating shall not exhibit blistering, lifting, cracking, or peeling of the plating, which indicates failure to
meet required adhesion. Parts that are formed, such as tubing, shall be evaluated for adhesion in their
final shape and plating finish as intended for use in production. Other tests for adhesion that are
appropriate for zinc plating are detailed in ASTM B571. Depending on the end use of the plated part or
its method of fabrication, passing one or more of these tests, such as the burnishing test, grind-saw test,
or bend test may be required. In those instances, CNH Engineering or the procuring CNH facility shall
specify the additional adhesion tests that the plating must pass.

6.4 CHROMATE PASSIVATION

Determine the presence of clear chromate passivation according to applicable sections of ASTM B201
used to test for colorless (clear) coatings. The presence of other colored chromate coatings may be
determined by visual examination.

7. INSPECTION AND REJECTION

All zinc plated parts supplied to this specification shall be equivalent in every respect to samples
approved by the procuring CNH location. Prior to making any changes to the zinc plating used for an
application under this specification, whether or not the change affects the plating meeting the specified
requirements, the supplier shall notify the procuring CNH facility of the proposed changes. Test data,
test samples, a new supplier code, or other information may be required for the proposed material
change as part of the Supplier Quality Statement of Requirements (SQ SOR), Production Part Approval
Process (PPAP). While the purchasing location may test samples from incoming shipments for quality
assurance, the supplier is responsible for ensuring that shipments meet the stated requirements without
depending upon the purchaser’s inspection.

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8. DRAWING SPECIFICATIONS

8.1 Specifying a restricted (RSTR) or special (SPCL) plating thickness, finish, or process may require
the use of a significant characteristic per CNH Engineering Procedure ENPJ100 (86619032). This
determination will be made as part of the design review process.

8.2 Per local practice, zinc plating may be specified on an engineering drawing with a material note or
using the Engineering Parts List (EPL) method. Where a material note is used the notation shall include
the generic name (Zinc Plate), CNH Material Specification number, the plating finish Type and plating
thickness Class. Where the EPL method is used, see Table 5 for Type and Class descriptions and
corresponding part numbers and Section 8.3.1 Example 2. In the plating designation or description, ‘ZN’
indicates electroplated zinc and ‘ZNM’ indicates mechanical plated zinc.

8.3 The following are examples of zinc plating designations on drawings. Section 8.3.1 Examples 1
and 2 include the material designation in the CNH and Local Material blocks of the title block.

8.3.1 Zinc Electroplate; Designations by Material Notes or EPL method

Example 1, Zinc Plating designation using material notes:
• Includes baking requirement per MAT0310 guidelines
CNH Material
NOT APPLICABLE
Local Material
ISO 898-1, CLASS 10.9

MATERIAL (Note on drawing above title block):

ZINC PLATE, CNH MAT0310, ZN YCR 5
BAKING REQUIRED

Example 2, Zinc Plating designation using the Engineering Part List (EPL) method:
• See Table 5 for zinc plating Types, plating thickness Classes, and corresponding part numbers
• Material notes may be required for any special requirements or restrictions

Example 2A, Standard (purchased) Part type, no part number assigned for the plated part:
• Includes baking requirement per MAT0310 guidelines

(Engineering Parts List directly above the Title Block)

2 0 86512106 PLATING, BAKE PER CNH MAT0310
1 0 86508316 PLATING, ZN YCR 5 CNH MAT0310
ITEM QUANTITY U/M PART NUMBER TYPE NOUN, DESCRIPTION
ENGINEERING PARTS LIST

(Blocks extracted from CNH Drawing Title Block)

CNH Material
NOT APPLICABLE
Local Material
ISO 898-1, CLASS 10.9
Noun Description Part Number
BOLT 8XXXXXXX

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Example 2B, Designed Part type, part number typically assigned in EPL for plated part:

(Engineering Parts List directly above the Title Block)

2 0 86508316 PLATING, ZN YCR 5 CNH MAT0310
1 1 8XXXXXX1 PLATE
ITEM QUANTITY U/M PART NUMBER TYPE NOUN, DESCRIPTION
Description Part Number
PLATE 8XXXXXX2
ENGINEERING PARTS LIST

(Blocks extracted from CNH Drawing Title Block)

CNH Material
HR Plate, CNH MAT1015, Grade B
Local Material
EN 10025-2 S235JR
Noun Description Part Number
PLATE 8XXXXXX1

8.3.2 Mechanical Zinc Plate

MATERIAL (Note on drawing above title block):

MECHANICAL ZINC PLATE, CNH MAT0310, ZNM TCR 5

8.3.3 Special Plating Thickness (SPCL)

For a non-standard minimum plating thickness, designate the required minimum plating thickness (in
micrometers) after the finish Type and before SPCL. Note the minimum plating thickness and any
additional corrosion resistance requirements under special requirements in the material note on the
drawing.

MATERIAL (Note on drawing above title block):

ZINC PLATE, CNH MAT0310, ZN YCR 25, SPCL
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS ARE:
25 MICROMETERS MIN PLATING THICKNESS
275 HOURS MIN. SALT SPRAY RED CORROSION RESISTANCE

8.3.4 Special Plating Finish (SPCL)

For non-standard minimum plating finish types, replace the plating finish Type with ‘ZN’ or ‘ZNM’ and
designate SPCL after the plating thickness Class. Under special requirements in the material note
specify the plating finish type and any additional corrosion resistance requirements.
MATERIAL (Note on drawing above title block):
ZINC PLATE, CNH MAT0310, ZN 8, SPCL
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS ARE:
OLIVE-DRAB CHROMATE FINISHE
96 HOURS MIN. SALT SPRAY WHITE CORROSION RESISTANCE
200 HOURS MIN. SALT SPRAY RED CORROSION RESISTANCE

NAME REV. PAGE CNH NUMBER

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Type, Class, Part Number for Specifying

TABLE 5
Zinc Plating by the EPL Method
PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION
86508311 PLATING, ZN CCR 3 CNH MAT0310
86508312 PLATING, ZN CCR 5 CNH MAT0310
86508313 PLATING, ZN CCR 8 CNH MAT0310
86508314 PLATING, ZN CCR 13 CNH MAT0310

86508315 PLATING, ZN YCR 3 CNH MAT0310

86508316 PLATING, ZN YCR 5 CNH MAT0310
86508317 PLATING, ZN YCR 8 CNH MAT0310
86508318 PLATING, ZN YCR 13 CNH MAT0310
84481442 PLATING, ZN YCR 18 CNH MAT0310

86508319 PLATING, ZN BCR 3 CNH MAT0310

86508320 PLATING, ZN BCR 5 CNH MAT0310
86508321 PLATING, ZN BCR 8 CNH MAT0310
86508322 PLATING, ZN BCR 13 CNH MAT0310

84482797 PLATING, ZN TCR 3 CNH MAT0310

84482800 PLATING, ZN TCR 5 CNH MAT0310
84482802 PLATING, ZN TCR 8 CNH MAT0310
84482804 PLATING, ZN TCR 13 CNH MAT0310
84482806 PLATING, ZN TCR 18 CNH MAT0310

84482808 PLATING, ZNM YCR 3 CNH MAT0310

86580485 PLATING, ZNM YCR 5 CNH MAT0310
84482810 PLATING, ZNM YCR 8 CNH MAT0310
84482813 PLATING, ZNM YCR 13 CNH MAT0310

84482811 PLATING, ZNM TCR 3 CNH MAT0310

84482828 PLATING, ZNM TCR 5 CNH MAT0310
84482841 PLATING, ZNM TCR 8 CNH MAT0310
84482855 PLATING, ZNM TCR 13 CNH MAT0310

86512106 PLATING, BAKE PER CNH MAT0310

Zinc Plating Types Restricted to Non-Threaded Parts

48011485 PLATING, ZN TCRSP 13 CNH MAT0310

NAME REV. PAGE CNH NUMBER

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