Paints and varnishes - Determination of film hardness by pencil test (ISO/DIS 15184:2011); German version prEN ISO 15184:2011
Project begin
2010-11-11
WI
00139437
Planned document number
DIN EN ISO 15184
Abstract
This standard specifies a method for determining the film hardness by pushing or pulling up pencils of known hardness over the film.
The test can be performed on a single coating of a paint, varnish or related product, or on the upper layer of a multicoat system.
This rapid, inexpensive test has not been found to be useful in comparing the pencil hardness of different coatings. It is more useful in providing relative ratings for a series of coated panels exhibiting significant differences in pencil hardness.
The method is applicable only to smooth surfaces.
Responsible Committee
NA 002-00-07 AA General test methods for coating materials and coatings
Draft standard
Search in NA 002
Contact
Dipl.-Chem.-Ing.
Bernd Reinmüller
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