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ASTM D1474-98(2008)

Standard Test Methods for Indentation Hardness of Organic Coatings

Standard Test Methods for Indentation Hardness of Organic Coatings D1474-98R08 ASTM|D1474-98R08|en-US Standard Test Methods for Indentation Hardness of Organic Coatings Standard new BOS Vol. 06.01 Committee D01
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Significance and Use

Indentation hardness measurements have proven to be useful in rating coatings on rigid substrates for their resistance to mechanical abuse, such as that produced by blows, gouging, and scratching. These measurements do not necessarily characterize the resistance to mechanical abuse of coatings that are required to remain intact when deformed.

Scope

1.1 These test methods cover the determination of the indentation hardness of organic materials such as dried paint, varnish, and lacquer coatings, when applied to an acceptable plane rigid surface, for example, metal or glass.

1.2 Two methods are covered as follows:

Sections
Method AKnoop Indentation Hardness6-12
Method BPfund Indentation Hardness13-19

1.3 Method A, which has the greater precision, provides hardness values in terms of Knoop Hardness Number (KHN). Method B provides hardness in terms of Pfund Hardness Number (PHN). Although the hardness value scales of these methods differ, the methods agree in the ranking of coating hardness.

1.4 Test Method A of these test methods is similar in content (but not technically equivalent) to ISO 6441-1and ISO 6441-2.

1.5 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.

1.6 This standard does not purport to address 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.

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Book of Standards Volume: 06.01
Developed by Subcommittee: D01.23
Pages: 5
DOI: 10.1520/D1474-98R08
ICS Code: 25.220.60