ASTM D6515 (Standard Test Method for Determination of the Dissolution of Metals in Sea Water)

ASTM D6515 is a standardized procedure used to measure how much of certain metals dissolve into seawater. It involves exposing a metal sample to seawater under controlled conditions and then analyzing the water to determine the concentration of dissolved metals. This test helps assess corrosion rates and metal durability in ocean environments, ensuring materials used in marine applications are suitable and safe. It provides accurate, repeatable results critical for marine engineering, environmental monitoring, and material development.