ISO 10129-2017 PDF

Full title and description

ISO 10129:2017 — Plain bearings — Testing of bearing metals — Resistance to corrosion by lubricants under static conditions. This International Standard specifies a test method and the general principles for assessing the resistance of plain‑bearing materials and alloys to corrosion when exposed to lubricants under static (no relative motion) conditions.

Abstract

ISO 10129:2017 establishes a corrosion‑resistance test for bearing materials in contact with lubricants under static load. The standard defines the basic test procedure, specimen handling and evaluation principles so that corrosion tests can be carried out and compared consistently.

General information

• Status: Published.
• Publication date: March / April 2017 (ISO publication: 2017-03 / listed active from 10 April 2017 in several national catalogs).
• Publisher: ISO — International Organization for Standardization.
• ICS / categories: 21.100.10 (Plain bearings).
• Edition / version: Edition 2 (ISO 10129:2017).
• Number of pages: 5 (official ISO PDF). Note: some national adoptions and retailer copies include national forewords or additional front matter and show larger page counts (e.g., national publication listings report up to ~16 pages).

Scope

ISO 10129:2017 applies to plain bearings and bearing materials and specifies a laboratory test for determining their resistance to corrosion caused by lubricants when the bearing and the lubricant remain in static contact (no sliding or rotational motion). The standard covers specimen preparation, exposure conditions, duration, and the principles for evaluating and reporting corrosion effects so results are comparable between laboratories.

Key topics and requirements

• Definition of a standardized static corrosion test for bearing metals and alloys in contact with lubricants.
• Specimen preparation and dimensions appropriate for plain‑bearing materials.
• Controlled exposure conditions: lubricant type/volume, temperature, duration and environmental control.
• Criteria and methods for assessing and recording corrosion attack (visual evaluation, rating scales and reporting).
• Guidance on repeatability and comparability of test results and on reporting essential test data.

Typical use and users

Used by plain‑bearing manufacturers, bearing‑material suppliers, lubrication and tribology test laboratories, OEM design and quality engineers, and standards bodies. Typical uses include material selection, comparative evaluation of bearing alloys, lubricant compatibility checks for static loaded applications, and quality control during product development.

Related standards

ISO 10129:2017 replaces ISO 10129:2006 and supersedes earlier technical reports (ISO/TR 10129:1993). Related plain‑bearing and test standards that are commonly used together include standards for wrapped bushes and dimensions (ISO 3547 series), ultrasonic testing of multilayer plain bearings (ISO 4386‑1), and other ISO plain‑bearing tolerances and test methods. National adoptions exist as BS ISO 10129:2017, DIN ISO 10129 (adopted dates vary).

Keywords

plain bearings; bearing metals; corrosion resistance; lubricants; static corrosion test; bearing alloys; test method; material compatibility; corrosion rating.

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: ISO 10129:2017 is an International Standard that specifies a laboratory test method to assess the resistance of plain‑bearing materials and alloys to corrosion caused by lubricants when the bearing is under static (non‑moving) contact with the lubricant.

Q: What does it cover?

A: It covers specimen preparation, defined exposure conditions (lubricant contact, temperature and time), evaluation criteria for corrosion attack and the basic reporting information needed so tests are repeatable and comparable between laboratories. It does not cover corrosion under dynamic sliding conditions.

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: Bearing manufacturers, material and lubricant suppliers, tribology and corrosion test laboratories, OEMs and quality engineers who need to verify material compatibility with lubricants under static load.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: ISO 10129:2017 is the current (second) edition published in 2017 and it supersedes ISO 10129:2006 (and the earlier ISO/TR 10129:1993). Check national standards organizations for any later amendments or national versions.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: It is one of several ISO documents addressing plain bearings (ICS group 21.100.10). Users commonly consult companion documents for plain‑bearing dimensions, tolerances and specific test methods (for example standards in the ISO 3547, ISO 4386 and other plain‑bearing series).

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: Plain bearings, bearing metals, corrosion resistance, lubricants, static corrosion test, bearing alloys, material compatibility.