ASTM-D1978 › Standard Guide for Analysis of Electrocoat Bath Samples
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Scope
1.1 This guide covers the selection of test methods for determination of the important parameters that affect the performance of electrocoating paints.
1.2 The test methods involved are D4370, D4399, D4584, and D5145.
1.3 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
Significance and Use
3.1 This guide indicates test procedures recommended for the maintenance of acceptable performance of the paint in an electrocoating bath. Several critical parameters must be determined throughout the operation of the bath. These parameters must be adjusted when deviations from the norm occur.
3.2 The test methods for electrocoat baths are unique, as the aqueous samples have a nonvolatile content between 8 and 25 %. Constant agitation must be present when the samples are taken and during the measurement of some of the parameters.
Keywords
electrical conductivity; electrocoat baths; nonvolatile content; pH; pigment content;; ICS Number Code 25.220.20 (Surface treatment)
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06.01 (Paint -- Tests for Chemical, Physical, and Optical Properties; Appearance)
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25.220.20 (Surface treatment Including anodization, conversion coating, thermal spraying, etc.)
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Document Number
ASTM-D1978-91(2018)
Revision Level
1991 R18 EDITION
Status
Current
Modification Type
Reapproval
Publication Date
June 1, 2018
Document Type
Guide
Page Count
2 pages
Committee Number
D01.21