When water-borne coatings are shipped during cold weather, they may experience cycles of freezing and thawing. Cycles of freezing and thawing cause more damage to water-borne coatings than when the coatings are subjected to steady freezing.

1. Scope

1.1 This test method covers a procedure for evaluating the effect of freeze/thaw cycling on the viscosity and visual film properties of water-borne coatings.

1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.

1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

2. Referenced Documents (purchase separately) The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.

ASTM Standards

Keywords

freeze-thaw resistance; resistance to low-temperature cycling; Stability--paints/related coatings/materials; Temperature tests--paints/related coatings/materials; Terminology--paints/related coatings/materials; Visual examination--paints/related coatings/materials; Emulsion vehicles (for paints/related coatings); Exposure tests; Freezing and thawing; Package stability; Waterborne coatings;

ICS Code

ICS Number Code 87.040 (Paints and varnishes)

Citing ASTM Standards

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