Standards

Test Standards for Accelerated Laboratory Testing

AAMA 2603

Voluntary Specification, Performance Requirements and Test Procedures For Pigmented Organic Coatings on Aluminum Extrusions and Panels

This specification describes test procedures and performance requirements for pigmented organic coatings applied to aluminum extrusions and panels.


AAMA 624

Voluntary Specification, Performance Requirements and Test Procedures for High Performance Organic Coatings on Fiber Reinforced Thermoset Profiles

This specification describes test procedures and performance requirements for high performance, organic, coatings applied to fiber reinforced thermoset profiles for windows, doors and similar products.


AATCC TM111

Weather Resistance of Textiles: Exposure to Daylight and Weather

This test method provides a means for determining the weather resistance of textile materials.


AATCC TM16

Colorfastness to Light

This test method provides the general principles and procedures which are currently in use for determining the colorfastness to light of textile materials.


AATCC TM169

Weather Resistance of Textiles: Xenon Lamp Exposure

This test method provides the procedure for the exposure of textile materials of all kinds, including coated fabrics and products made thereof, in an artificial weathering apparatus using controlled conditions of test.


AATCC TM186

Weather Resistance: UV Light and Moisture Exposure

This test method provides a procedure for the exposure of textile materials of all kinds, including coated fabrics and products made thereof, in a laboratory artificial weathering exposure apparatus employing fluorescent UV lamps as a light source and using condensing humidity and/ or water spray for wetting.


ASTM B117

Standard Practice for Operating Salt Spray (Fog) Apparatus

This practice provides a controlled corrosive environment which has been utilized to produce relative corrosion resistance information for specimens of metals and coated metals exposed in a given test chamber.


ASTM C1257

Standard Test Method for Accelerated Weathering of Solvent-Release-Type Sealants

This test method includes two laboratory accelerated exposure procedures for predicting the effects of ultraviolet or ultraviolet/visible radiation, heat, and moisture on color, chalking, cracking, and adhesion of solvent-release sealants.


ASTM C1442

Practice for Conducting Tests on Sealants Using Artificial Weathering Apparatus

This practice covers three types of laboratory weathering exposure procedures for evaluating the effect of actinic radiation, heat, and moisture on sealants.


ASTM C1501

Standard Test Method for Color Stability of Building Construction Sealants as Determined by Laboratory Accelerated Weathering Procedures

This test method describes laboratory accelerated weathering procedures using either fluorescent ultraviolet or xenon arc test devices for determining the color stability of building construction sealants.


ASTM C1519

Standard Test Method for Evaluating Durability of Building Construction Sealants by Laboratory Accelerated Weathering Procedures

This test method covers the method for the determination of the durability of a sealant based on its ability to function in cyclic movement maintaining adhesion and cohesion after repeated exposure to laboratory accelerated weathering procedures.


ASTM C1589

Standard Practice for Outdoor Weathering of Construction Seals and Sealants

This practice describes outdoor exposure procedures used to determine the weathering durability of building construction, seals and sealants.


ASTM C732

Standard Test Method for Aging Effects of Artificial Weathering on Latex Sealants

This test method covers a laboratory procedure for the determination of aging effects of artificial weathering on latex sealants.


ASTM C734

Standard Test Method for Low-Temperature Flexibility of Latex Sealants After Artificial Weathering

This test method covers a laboratory procedure for the determination of low-temperature flexibility of latex sealants after 500 h artificial weathering.


ASTM C793

Standard Test Method for Effects of Laboratory Accelerated Weathering on Elastomeric Joint Sealants

This test method covers a laboratory procedure for determining the effects of accelerated weathering on cured-in-place elastomeric joint sealants (single- and multi-component) for use in building construction.


ASTM D1002

Standard Test Method for Apparent Shear Strength of Single-Lap-Joint Adhesively Bonded Metal Specimens by Tension Loading (Metal-to-Metal)

This test method covers the determination of the apparent shear strengths of adhesives for bonding metals when tested on a standard single-lap-joint specimen and under specified conditions of preparation and test.


ASTM D1148

Standard Test Method for Rubber Deterioration-Discoloration from Ultraviolet (UV) and Heat Exposure of Light-Colored Surfaces

This test method covers techniques to evaluate the surface discoloration of white or light-colored vulcanized rubber that may occur when subjected to UV or UV/visible exposure from specified sources under controlled conditions of relative humidity, or moisture, and temperature.


ASTM D1654

Voluntary Specification, Performance Requirements and Test Procedures for High Performance Organic Coatings on Aluminum Extrustions and Panels

This specification describes test procedures and performance requirements for high performance organic coatings applied to aluminum extrusions and panels for architectural products.


ASTM D1670

Standard Test Method for Failure End Point in Accelerated and Outdoor Weathering of Bituminous Materials

This test method covers the use of a spark generating apparatus for determination of failure due to cracking of bituminous materials undergoing accelerated or outdoor weathering on electrically conductive backings.


ASTM D1735

Standard Practice for Testing Water Resistance of Coatings Using Water Fog Apparatus

This practice covers the basic principles and operating procedures for testing water resistance of coatings in an apparatus similar to that used for salt spray testing.


ASTM D1876

Standard Test Method for Peel Resistance of Adhesives (T-Peel Test)

This test method is primarily intended for determining the relative peel resistance of adhesive bonds between flexible adherents by means of a T-type specimen.


ASTM D2244

Standard Practice for Calculation of Color Tolerances and Color Differences from Instrumentally Measured Color Coordinates

This practice covers the calculation, from instrumentally measured color coordinates based on daylight illumination, of color tolerances and small color differences between opaque specimens such as painted panels, plastic plaques, or textile swatches.


ASTM D2247

Standard Practice for Testing Water Resistance of Coatings in 100% Relative Humidity

This practice covers the basic principles and operating procedures for testing water resistance of coatings by exposing coated specimens in an atmosphere maintained at 100% relative humidity so that condensation forms on the test specimens.


ASTM D2565

Standard Practice for Xenon-Arc Exposure of Plastics Intended for Outdoor Applications

This practice covers specific procedures and test conditions that are applicable for xenon-arc exposure of plastics conducted in accordance with Practices G151 and G155.


ASTM D2803

Standard Guide for Testing Filiform Corrosion Resistance of Organic Coatings on Metal

This guide covers three procedures for determining the susceptibility of organic-coated metal substrates to formation of filiform corrosion.


ASTM D3164/M

Standard Test Method for Strength Properties of Adhesively Bonded Plastic Lap-Shear Sandwich Joints in Shear by Tension Loading

This standard covers a test method for strength properties of adhesively bonded plastic lap-shear sandwich joints in shear by tension loading.


ASTM D3330

Standard Test Method for Peel Adhesion of Pressure-Sensitive Tape

Standard test method for peel adhesion of pressure-sensitive tape.


ASTM D3424

Standard Practice for Evaluating the Relative Lightfastness and Weatherability of Printed Matter

This standard describes procedures for the determination of the relative lightfastness and weatherability of printed matter under the following conditions, which involve exposure to natural daylight or accelerated procedures in the laboratory.


ASTM D3451

Standard Guide for Testing Coating Powders and Powder Coatings

This guide covers the selection and use of procedures for testing coating powders and powder coatings. The test methods included are listed in Table 1. Where more than one test method is listed for the same characteristic, no attempt is made to indicate superiority of one method over another. Selection of the methods to be followed must be governed by experience and the requirements in each individual case, together with agreement between the purchaser and the seller.


ASTM D3528

Standard Test Method for Strength Properties of Double Lap Shear Adhesive Joints by Tension Loading

This test method covers the determination of the tensile shear strengths of adhesives for bonding metals when tested in an essentially peel-free standard specimen that develops adhesive stress distribution representative of that developed in a typical low-peel production-type structural joint.


ASTM D4101

Standard Specification for Polypropylene Injection and Extrusion Materials

This specification covers polypropylene materials suitable for injection molding and extrusion. Polymers consist of homopolymer, copolymers, and elastomer compounded with or without the addition of impact modifiers (ethylene-propylene rubber, polyisobutylene rubber, and butyl rubber), colorants, stabilizers, lubricants, or reinforcements.


ASTM D412

Standard Test Methods for Vulcanized Rubber and Thermoplastic Elastomers - Tension

These test methods cover procedures used to evaluate the tensile (tension) properties of vulcanized thermoset rubbers and thermoplastic elastomers.


ASTM D4214

Standard Test Methods for Evaluating the Degree of Chalking of Exterior Paint Films

These test methods cover the evaluation of the degree of chalking on white or tinted exterior paint films.


ASTM D4303

Standard Test Methods for Lightfastness of Colorants Used in Artists' Materials

Four test methods to accelerate the effects of long term indoor illumination on artists' materials are described.


ASTM D4329

Standard Practice for Fluorescent UV Exposure of Plastics

This practice covers specific procedures and test conditions that are applicable for fluorescent UV exposure of plastics conducted in accordance with Practices G151 and G154.


ASTM D4355

Standard Test Method for Deterioration of Geotextiles by Exposure to Light, Moisture and Heat in a Xenon Arc Type Apparatus

This test method covers the determination of the deterioration in tensile strength of geotextiles by exposure to xenon arc radiation, moisture, and heat.


ASTM D4434

Standard Specification for Poly(Vinyl Chloride) Sheet Roofing

This specification covers flexible sheet made from poly(vinyl chloride) resin as the primary polymer intended for use in single-ply roofing membranes exposed to the weather.


ASTM D4459

Standard Practice for Xenon-Arc Exposure of Plastics Intended for Indoor Applications

This practice covers specific procedures and test conditions that are applicable for exposure of plastics in window glass-filtered xenon-arc devices in accordance with Practices G151 and G155 for evaluating the stability of plastics intended for use in indoor applications.


ASTM D4585

Standard Practice for Testing Water Resistance of Coatings Using Controlled Condensation

This practice covers basic principles and operating procedures for testing water resistance of coatings using controlled condensation.


ASTM D4587

Standard Practice for Fluorescent UV-Condensation Exposures of Paint and Related Coatings

This practice covers the selection of test conditions for accelerated exposure testing of coatings and related products in fluorescent UV and condensation devices conducted according to Practices G151 and G154.


ASTM D4637

Standard Specification for EPDM Sheet Used In Single-Ply Roof Membrane

This specification covers flexible sheet made from ethylene-propylene-diene terpolymer (EPDM) intended for use in single-ply roofing membranes exposed to the weather.


ASTM D4674

Standard Practice for Accelerated Testing for Color Stability of Plastics Exposed to Indoor Office Environments

This practice covers the basic principles and operating procedures for using fluorescent light to determine color stability of plastics when materials are exposed in typical office environments where fluorescent overhead lighting and window-filtered daylight are used for illumination and where temperature and humidity conditions are in accordance with American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air-conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) recommendations for workers' comfort.


ASTM D4798

Standard Practice for Accelerated Weathering Test Conditions and Procedures for Bituminous Materials (Xenon-Arc Method)

This practice covers test conditions and procedures for xenon-arc exposures according to Practices G151 and G155 for bituminous roofing and waterproofing materials.


ASTM D4799

Standard Practice for Accelerated Weathering Test Conditions and Procedures for Bituminous Materials (Fluorescent UV, Water Spray, and Condensation Method)

This practice describes test conditions and procedures for fluorescent UV and condensation exposures conducted according to Practices G151 and G154 for bituminous roofing and waterproofing materials that have a minimum softening point of approximately 95°C (200°F) as determined by Test Method D36.


ASTM D4811

Standard Specification for Nonvulcanized (Uncured) Rubber Sheet Used as Roof Flashing

This specification covers nonvulcanized (uncured) rubber sheet made of EPDM (ethylene-propylene-diene terpolymer) or CR (polychloroprene) intended for use as watertight roof flashing exposed to the weather.


ASTM D5010

Standard Guide for Testing Printing Inks and Related Materials

This guide covers a list of test methods, practices, and specifications that can be used for the testing and evaluation of printing inks, printed ink films, and substrates used in their production.


ASTM D5019

Standard Specification for Reinforced CSM (Chlorosulfonated Polyethylene) Sheet Used in Single-Ply Roof Membrane

This specification covers reinforced non-vulcanized polymeric sheet made from chlorosulfonated polyethylene (CSM) intended for use as a single-ply roof membrane exposed to the weather.


ASTM D5034

Standard Test Method for Breaking Strength and Elongation of Textile Fabrics (Grab Test)

This test method covers the grab and modified grab test procedures for determining the breaking strength and elongation of most textile fabrics.


ASTM D5035

Standard Test Method for Breaking Force and Elongation of Textile Fabrics (Strip Method)

This test method covers raveled strip and cut strip test procedures for determining the breaking force and elongation of most textile fabrics.


ASTM D5071

Standard Practice for Exposure of Photodegradable Plastics in a Xenon Arc Apparatus

This practice covers specific procedures and test conditions that are applicable for xenon arc exposure of photodegradable plastics conducted in accordance with Practices G151 and G155.


ASTM D5208

Standard Practice for Fluorescent Ultraviolet (UV) Exposure of Photodegradable Plastics

This practice covers the specific procedures applicable for fluorescent Ultraviolet (UV) exposure of photodegradable plastics conducted in accordance with Practices G151 and G154.


ASTM D523

Standard Test Method for Specular Gloss

This test method covers the measurement of the specular gloss of nonmetallic specimens for glossmeter geometries of 60, 20, and 85°.


ASTM D5383

Standard Practice for Visual Determination of the Lightfastness of Art Materials by Art Technologists

This practice covers a method for exposing specimens of colored art materials indoors to sunlight coming through a closed window.


ASTM D5398

Standard Practice for Visual Evaluation of the Lightfastness of Art Materials by the User

This practice covers a method for exposing specimens of colored art materials indoors to sunlight coming through a closed window.


ASTM D5819

Standard Guide for Selecting Test Methods for Experimental Evaluation of Geosynthetic Durability

This guide covers a designer/specifier through a systematic determination of those factors of the appropriate application environment that may affect the post-construction service life of a geosynthetic.


ASTM D5894

Standard Practice for Cyclic Salt Fog/UV Exposure of Painted Metal, (Alternating Exposures in a Fog/Dry Cabinet and a UV/Condensation Cabinet)

This practice covers basic principles and operating practice for cyclic corrosion/UV exposure of paints on metal; using alternating periods of exposure in two different cabinets: a cycling salt fog/dry cabinet, and a fluorescent UV/condensation cabinet.


ASTM D6083

Standard Specification for Liquid Applied Acrylic Coating Used in Roofing

This specification covers liquid-applied water-dispersed acrylic latex elastomeric protective roof coatings.


ASTM D624

Standard Test Method for Tear Strength of Conventional Vulcanized Rubber and Thermoplastic Elastomers

This test method describes procedures for measuring a property of conventional vulcanized rubber and thermoplastic elastomers called tear strength.


ASTM D638

Standard Test Method for Tensile Properties of Plastics

This test method covers the determination of the tensile properties of unreinforced and reinforced plastics in the form of standard dumbbell-shaped test specimens when tested under defined conditions of pretreatment, temperature, humidity, and testing machine speed.


ASTM D6551

Standard Practice for Accelerated Weathering of Pressure-Sensitive Tapes by Xenon-Arc Exposure Apparatus

This practice describes one environment for the exposure of pressure-sensitive tape, used primarily for packaging, to a laboratory accelerated weathering environment.


ASTM D6577

Standard Guide for Testing Industrial Protective Coatings

This guide covers the selection and use of test methods and procedures for testing industrial protective coatings.


ASTM D660

Standard Test Method for Evaluating Degree of Checking of Exterior Paints

Since checking is not easily recognizable, this test method is intended to provide, through definition and illustrations, a means of evaluating the degree of this film failure.


ASTM D661

Standard Test Method for Evaluating Degree of Cracking of Exterior Paints

This test method covers the evaluation of the degree of cracking of exterior paints by comparison with photographic standards.


ASTM D662

Standard Test Method for Evaluating Degree of Erosion of Exterior Paints

This test method covers the evaluation of the degree of erosion of exterior paints by comparison with photographic standards.


ASTM D6675

Standard Practice for Salt-Accelerated Outdoor Cosmetic Corrosion Testing of Organic Coatings on Automotive Sheet Steel

This practice is designed to assist procedures to be followed when conducting outdoor exposures to evaluate cosmetic corrosion that might occur in steel panels covered with an organic coating that has been damaged.


ASTM D6695

Standard Practice for Xenon-Arc Exposures of Paint and Related Coatings

This practice covers the selection of test conditions for accelerated exposure testing of coatings and related products in xenon arc devices conducted according to Practices G151 and G155.


ASTM D6862

Standard Test Method for 90 Degree Peel Resistance of Adhesives

This test method covers the determination of the resistance-to-peel strength of an adhesive bond between one rigid adherend and one flexible adherend when tested at an angle of approximately 90 degrees under specified conditions of preparation and testing.


ASTM D6878

Standard Specification for Thermoplastic Polyolefin Based Sheet Roofing

This specification covers flexible sheet made from thermoplastic polyolefin (TPO) as the principal polymer, intended for use in single-ply roofing membranes exposed to the weather.


ASTM D7003

Standard Test Method for Strip Tensile Properties of Reinforced Geomembranes

This test method is used to measure the strip tensile properties of reinforced geomembranes.


ASTM D7004

Standard Test Method for Grab Tensile Properties of Reinforced Geomembranes

This test method is used to measure the grab tensile properties of reinforced geomembranes.


ASTM D7087

Standard Test Method for An Imaging Technique to Measure Rust Creepage at Scribe on Coated Test Panels Subjected to Corrosive Environments

This test method covers the measurement of rust creepage area from a scribe line on painted/coated flat test panels after exposure to corrosive environments.


ASTM D714

Standard Test Method for Evaluating Degree of Blistering of Paints

This test method employs photographic reference standards to evaluate the degree of blistering that may develop when paint systems are subjected to conditions which will cause blistering.


ASTM D7356

Standard Test Method for Accelerated Acid Etch Weathering of Automotive Clearcoats Using a Xenon-Arc Exposure Device

This test method covers an accelerated exposure test intended to simulate defects in automotive clearcoats caused by acid rain that occurs at the Jacksonville, Florida exposure site.


ASTM D750

Standard Test Method for Rubber Deterioration Using Artificial Weathering Apparatus

This test method covers specific variations in the test conditions and procedures that shall be applicable when Practice G151 plus either Practice G152, G153, G154, or G155 are employed for exposure of vulcanized rubber compounds.


ASTM D751

Standard Test Methods for Coated Fabrics

These test methods cover, but are not limited to, rubber-coated fabrics; that is, tarpaulins, rainwear, and similar products


ASTM D772

Standard Test Method for Evaluating Degree of Flaking (Scaling) of Exterior Paints

This test method covers the evaluation of the degree of flaking (scaling) of exterior paints by comparison with photographic standards.


ASTM D882

Standard Test Method for Tensile Properties of Thin Plastic Sheeting

This test method covers the determination of tensile properties of plastics in the form of thin sheeting and films (less than 1.0 mm (0.04 in.) in thickness).


ASTM D904

Standard Practice for Exposure of Adhesive Specimens to Artificial Light

This practice covers the basic principles and operating procedures for ultraviolet (UV) light aging (with or without water) of adhesive bonded joints having at least one glass or transparent adhered, using fluorescent UV (see Method A) or xenon-arc light sources (see Method B).


ASTM D925

Standard Test Methods for Rubber Property—Staining of Surfaces (Contact, Migration, and Diffusion)

These test methods cover techniques to evaluate three types of staining that rubber may cause when in contact with, or in proximity to, another surface that may be light colored.


ASTM F1164

Standard Test Method for Evaluation of Transparent Plastics Exposed to Accelerated Weathering Combined with Biaxial Stress

This test method covers the resistance of transparent plastics exposed to environmental conditioning (accelerated weathering) under a biaxial stress state induced by a pressure cell/test fixture.


ASTM F1945

Standard Practice for Determining the Lightfastness of Ink Jet Prints Exposed to Indoor Fluorescent Lighting

This practice covers an accelerated procedure intended to determine the lightfastness of ink jet prints in office environments where overhead fluorescent light is used for illumination.


ASTM F2366

Standard Practice for Determining the Relative Lightfastness of Ink Jet Prints Exposed to Window Filtered Daylight Using a Xenon Arc Light Apparatus

This practice covers specific procedures and test conditions that are applicable for xenon-arc exposure of ink jet media prints conducted in accordance with Practices G151 and G155.


ASTM G151

Practice for Exposing Nonmetallic Materials in Accelerated Test Devices That Use Laboratory Light Sources

This practice provides general procedures to be used when exposing nonmetallic materials in accelerated test devices that use laboratory light sources.


ASTM G154

Practice for Operating Fluorescent Light Apparatus for UV Exposure of Nonmetallic Materials

This practice covers the basic principles and operating procedures for using fluorescent UV light, and water apparatus intended to reproduce the weathering effects that occur when materials are exposed to sunlight (either direct or through window glass) and moisture as rain or dew in actual usage.


ASTM G155

Practice for Operating Xenon Arc Light Apparatus for Exposure of Non-Metallic Materials

This practice covers the basic principles and operating procedures for using xenon arc light and water apparatus intended to reproduce the weathering effects that occur when materials are exposed to sunlight (either direct or through window glass) and moisture as rain or dew in actual use.


ASTM G85

Standard Practice for Modified Salt Spray (Fog) Testing

This practice covers and sets forth conditions for five modifications in salt spray (fog) testing for specification purposes.


EN 13523-10 (DIN)

Coil Coated Metals - Test Methods Part 10: Resistance to Fluorescent UV Radiation and Water Condensation


EN 2591-320 (DIN)

Elements of Electrical and Optical Connection - Test Methods Part 320: Simulated Solar Radiation at Ground Level


Ford FLTM BI 103-01

Salt Spray Resistance Test for Painted Panels and Parts

This method is used to test the resistance to salt spray of painted panels and parts.


Ford FLTM BI 104-01

Water Immersion Test for Painted Parts and Panels

This method is used to determine the resistance to failure of painted metal and painted plastic parts and representative test panels when immersed in water.


Ford FLTM BI 104-02

Condensing Water Vapor Test

This procedure is used to evaluate the effects of a condensing water atmosphere on treated panels.


Ford FLTM BI 160-01

Florida and Arizona Outdoor Exposure Test


GB 5938

corrosion-resistant testing method of the metal deposits and conversion coatings for the light industrial products Neutral salt spraying test (NSS)

This standard applies to the inspection of the corrosion resistance of metal coatings and chemically treated layers.


GB 6806

Anodizing of aluminium and its alloys--Accelerated test of light fastness of coloured anodic oxide coatings using artificial light

This standard specifies the artificial light accelerated test method for evaluating the light resistance of aluminum and aluminum alloy colored anodized films.


GB/T 10125

Corrosion tests in artificial atmospheres-salt spray tests

This standard specifies the equipment, reagents and methods used for neutral salt spray (NSS), acetate salt spray (AASS), and copper-accelerated acetate salt spray (CASS) tests.


GB/T 16259

Test method for in accelerated weathering building materials

This standard specifies the content, test conditions, test procedures, test results, and test reports of artificial climate accelerated aging test devices using xenon lamps as the light source for building material products.


GB/T 16422.1

Plastics-Methods of the exposure to laboratory light sources Part 1:general guidance

This part of GB / T 16422 provides information and general principles on the selection and implementation of exposure methods described in detail in the following sections. It also describes and recommends methods for measuring irradiance and radiant quantities, and describes monitoring boxes. Equipment requirements for body air temperature and surface temperature of dark and light colored materials.


GB/T 16422.1

Plastics-Methods of the exposure to laboratory light sources Part 1:general guidance

This part of GB / T 16422 provides information and general principles on the selection and implementation of exposure methods described in detail in the following sections. It also describes and recommends methods for determining irradiance and radiation levels, and describes monitoring boxes Equipment requirements for body air temperature and surface temperature of dark and light colored materials.


GB/T 16422.2

Plastics - Methods of exposure to laboratory light sources - Part 2: Xenon-arc sources

This part of GB / T 16422 specifies the test method for plastic samples exposed to xenon arc lamps in the presence of moisture. This method is used to simulate the natural occurrence of materials in sunlight in the actual use environment after exposure to sunlight or filter glass Aging effect.


GB/T 16422.3

Plastics - Methods of exposure to laboratory light sources - Part 3: Fluorescent UV lamps

This part of GB / T 16422 specifies the test method for the exposure of test specimens in test equipment equipped with fluorescent ultraviolet radiation, heat and water. A natural aging effect that occurs under daylight.


GB/T 16991

Textiles - Test for colour fastness - Colour fastness and ageing to artificial light at high temperatures: Xenon arc

This standard specifies a method for determining the color of various types of textiles, the ability of artificial light sources to replace natural sunlight, the ability to resist heat, and the ability to resist aging. This test method specifically takes into account the effects of light and heat generated by the interior of the vehicle on the textile.


GB/T 1710

Comparison of resistance to light of coloured pigments of similar types

This standard specifies a general test method for the comparison of light fastness of the same type of pigments (agreed reference pigments and test samples).
            


GB/T 1771

Paints and varnishes-determination of resistance to neutral salt spray (fog)

This standard specifies the method for determining the resistance of coatings to neutral salt spray.


GB/T 18244

Test methods for resistance to weathering of building waterproofing materials

This standard specifies test methods for hot air aging, ozone aging, and artificial climate accelerated aging (xenon arc lamps, carbon arc lamps, ultraviolet fluorescent lamps).


GB/T 1865

Paints and varnishes - Artificial weathering and exposure to artificial radiation - Exposure to filtered xenon-arc radiation

This standard specifies artificial weathering test procedures for paints and varnishes exposed to xenon lamp devices and water and water vapor. The results of aging can be individually evaluated by comparing the parameters selected before, during and after aging.


GB/T 19394

UV test photovoltaic (PV) modules

This standard specifies tests for assessing the resistance to ultraviolet radiation of photovoltaic modules when exposed to ultraviolet radiation. This test is suitable for assessing the resistance to UV radiation of materials such as polymers and protective layers.


GB/T 20853

Corrosion of metals and alloys-Corrosion in artificial atmosphere-Accelerated corrosion test involving exposure under controlled conditions of humidity cycling and intermittent spraying of a salt solution

This standard specifies the test method for the corrosion resistance of metals in the presence of chloride ions. Chloride ions are mainly sodium chloride from marine and highway deicing salts.


GB/T 20854

Corrosion of metals and alloys-Accelerated testing involving cyclic exposure to salt mist, "dry" and "wet" condition

This standard specifies the instruments and test methods for accelerated corrosion tests used to evaluate the corrosion resistance of metal materials used in outdoor salt-contaminated environments, regardless of whether the material being tested has permanent or temporary corrosion protection. This standard specifies the conditions for cyclic exposure of samples to neutral salt spray, "dry" and "wet" test environments.


GB/T 22771

Graphic techmology-Prints and printing inks-Assessment of light fastness using filtered xenon arc light

This standard specifies a method for determining the light resistance of printed matter and printing inks. It gives two test conditions: basic test conditions for printed matter and special test conditions for ink.


GB/T 23983

Test method for yellowing resistance of wood coatings

This standard specifies the test method for the determination of yellowing resistance of single-layer or multi-layer coatings of wood coatings using fluorescent ultraviolet aging equipment.
            


GB/T 23987

Paints and varnishes - Exposure of coatings to artificial weathering - Exposure to fluorescent UV lamps and water

This standard specifies test methods for determining the weathering resistance of coatings using test equipment containing fluorescent UV lamps and condensation or water spray.
            


GB/T 2423.24

Environmental testing for electric and electronic products Part 2:Test methods-Test Sa: simulated solar radiation at ground level

This standard is used to test the impact of ground solar radiation on equipment and components (thermal, mechanical, chemical, electrical, etc.)


GB/T 29365

Wood-plastic composite (WPC) – test methods of artificial weathering

This standard specifies the artificial weathering test method for plastic-wood composite materials.


GB/T 30669

Textiles - Tests colour fastness - Colour fastness to light yellowing

This standard specifies the test method for the light yellow fastness of textile materials exposed to ultraviolet light.


GB/T 31881

Accelerated weathering test methods of automotive nonmetal components and materials using a fluorescent UV and condendation apparatus

This standard specifies the test methods and evaluation methods for accelerated aging of automotive non-metal parts and materials using ultraviolet aging test equipment.


GB/T 31899

Textile - Tests for weather resistance - UV light exposure

This standard specifies the test method for UV exposure and aging of outdoor textiles and the determination of the change in properties before and after aging.


GB/T 32088

Accelerated weathering test methods of automotive nonmetal components and materials using a xenon-arc apparatus

This standard specifies the test method and evaluation method for accelerating aging of automotive non-metal parts and materials using controlled irradiance xenon equipment.


GB/T 8427

Textiles-Tests for colour fastness-Colour fastness to artifical light:Xenon arc fading lamp test

This standard specifies a method to determine the color fastness of various types of textiles to the artificial light effect equivalent to sunlight (D65). This standard can also be used for white (bleached or fluorescent whitened) textiles.


GM 4298P

Salt Spray Test


GM 4465P

Water Fog Humidity Test

This standard covers the requirements for testing water resistance of coated specimens in saturated water fog conditions.


GM 9125P

Procedures for Laboratory Accelerated Exposure of Automotive Materials

These procedures are used to determine the resistance to degradation of automotive materials when subjected to artificial light sources. It describes exposures to sunshine carbon arc, xenon arc, fluorescent ultraviolet light and condensation apparatus, and a twin carbon arc.


IEC 61215

Crystalline Silicon Terrestrial Photovaltalic (PV) Modules - Design Qualification and Type Approval


IEC 61345

UV Test for Photovaltalic (PV) Modules


ISO 105-B02 (EN) (DIN)

Textiles-Tests for colour fastness- Part B02: Colour fastness to artificial light: Xenon arc fading lamp test


ISO 105-B04 (EN) (DIN)

Textiles - Tests for Colour Fastness - Part B04. Colour Fastness to Artificial Weathering: Xenon Arc Fading Lamp Test


ISO 105-B06 (EN) (DIN)

Textiles - Tests for Colour Fastness - Part B06: Colour Fastness and Ageing to Artificial Light at High Temperatures: Xenon Arc Fading Lamp Test


ISO 105-B07 (EN) (DIN)

Textiles - Tests for Colour Fastness - Part B07: Colour Fastness to Light of Textiles Wetted with Artificial Perspiration


ISO 105-B10 (EN) (DIN)

Textiles - Tests for Colour Fastness - Part B10: Artificial Weathering - Exposure to Filtered Xenon-Arc Radiation


ISO 11341 (EN) (DIN)

Paints and Varnishes - Artificial weathering and exposure to artificial radiation- Exposure to filtered xenon-arc radiation


ISO 11507 (EN) (DIN)

Paints and Varnishes - Exposure of coatings to artificial weathering- Exposure to fluorescent UV lamps and water

This International Standard specifies exposure conditions for paint coatings exposed to artificial weathering in apparatus including fluorescent UV lamps and condensation or water spray.


ISO 12040

Graphic Technology - Prints and Printing Inks - Assessment of Light Fastness Using Filtered Xenon Arc Light


ISO 29664

Plastics - Artificial weathering including acidic deposition


ISO 4582

Plastics — Determination of changes in colour and variations in properties after exposure to daylight under glass, natural weathering or laboratory light sources

This International Standard describes procedures used to determine changes in color and other appearance properties, and variations in mechanical or other properties, of plastics that have been exposed to daylight behind glass, to natural weathering or to light from a laboratory source.


ISO 4892-1 (EN) (DIN)

Plastics – Methods of Exposure to Laboratory Light Sources – Part 1: General guidance


ISO 4892-2 (EN) (DIN)

Plastics - Methods of Exposure to Laboratory Light Sources - Part 2: Xenon-arc lamps


ISO 4892-3 (EN) (DIN)

Plastics - Methods of Exposure to Laboratory Light Sources - Part 3: Fluorescent UV Lamps


ISO 527

Plastics - Determination of Tensile Properties


ISO 7253

Paints and Varnishes- Determination of resistance to neutral salt spray (fog)

This International Standard is one of a series of standards dealing with the sampling and testing of paints, varnishes and related products.


ISO 877-1 (EN) (DIN)

Plastics - Methods of Exposure to Solar Radiation - Part 1: General Guidance


ISO 9227

Corrosion Tests in Artificial Atmospheres - Salt Spray Tests


LP463-KB19-01

Outdoor Exposure of Trim Materials


LP463-PB34-01

Florida Exposure Testing of Painted Surfaces


QB/T 2727

Leather-Tests for colour fastness-colour fastness to artificial light: Xenon arc

This standard specifies the test method for the color of leather against artificial light sources and heat resistance.


QB/T 4873

Test methods of artificial leather and synthetic leather - Exposure to laboratory light sources

This standard specifies three methods for the light source exposure test of artificial leather and synthetic leather laboratories: xenon arc lamp method (A method), fluorescent ultraviolet lamp method (B method), and open carbon arc lamp method (C method), and their results and Evaluation.


SAE J1523

Metal to Metal Overlap Shear Strength Test for Automotive Type Adhesives, Recommended Practice

This SAE Recommended Practice defines a procedure for determining shear strengths of adhesives.


SAE J1959

Corrosion Preventive Compound, Underbody Vehicle Corrosion Protection


SAE J2020

Accelerated Exposure of Automotive Exterior Materials Using a Fluorescent UV and Condensation Apparatus


SAE J2412

Accelerated Exposure of Automotive Interior Trim Components Using a Controlled Irradiance Xenon-Arc Apparatus

This test method specifies the operating procedures for a controlled irradiance, xenon arc apparatus used for the accelerated exposure of various automotive interior trim components.


SAE J2527

Performance Based Standard for Accelerated Exposure of Automotive Exterior Materials Using A Controlled Irradiance Xenon-Arc Apparatus

This SAE Standard specifies the operating procedures for a controlled irradiance, xenon-arc apparatus used for the accelerated exposure of various exterior automotive materials.


T/CSAE 71

Cyclic corrosion test methods of automotive assemblies and materials

This standard specifies the cyclic corrosion test methods for automotive parts and materials.


VW PV 1306

Exposure Test for Determining the Tackiness of Polypropylene Parts


VW PV 3929

Non-Metallic Materials, Weathering in Dry, Hot Climate


VW PV 3930

Non-Metallic Materials, Weathering in Moist, Hot Climate


YY/T 0631

dental materials - determination of color stability

This standard specifies the method for determining the color stability of dental materials after immersion in light.


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