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ASTM D5479-94(2020)

Standard Practice for Testing Biofouling Resistance of Marine Coatings Partially Immersed

Standard Practice for Testing Biofouling Resistance of Marine Coatings Partially Immersed D5479-94R20 ASTM|D5479-94R20|en-US Standard Practice for Testing Biofouling Resistance of Marine Coatings Partially Immersed Standard new BOS Vol. 06.02 Committee D01
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Significance and Use

4.1 This test method is designed as a screening test to evaluate the performance of applied coating systems and other materials designed to resist biofouling settlement.

4.2 The degree and type of fouling will vary depending on the environment. Differences in geographic location of test sites, time of year when panels are exposed, and weather conditions from one year to the next, can affect results. Such variables are accounted taking a fouling census on a nontoxic surface. For the exposure to be valid, the nontoxic surface should show heavy fouling accretion.

Scope

1.1 This practice covers a procedure to test a biofouling resistant coating systems or antifouling systems, or both, when subjected to in situ partial immersion exposure. This enhances settlement of certain marine fouling organisms and increase the rate of possible physical deterioration.

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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

1.4 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.

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Book of Standards Volume: 06.02
Developed by Subcommittee: D01.45
Pages: 2
DOI: 10.1520/D5479-94R20
ICS Code: 47.020.01