ASTM D7305-08a(2020) PDF

Scope: 1.1 This test method describes a procedure for measuring reflection density of printed matter using a reflection densitometer or spectrodensitometer. 1.2 This test method is intended primarily for process colors (yellow, magenta and cyan) and black. With appropriate instrumentation, it may also be used for other colors. 1.3 This test method applies to prints made by any printing process on a flat surface, with reflection density values ranging from just above zero, on the unprinted substrate, through to around 2.5 for very dense prints. 1.4 This test method can be used for prints on paper, film or board but not for those on metal or foil. It can be conducted in the pressroom or laboratory. 1.5 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard. 1.6 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. 1.7 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.

ASTM D7305-08a(2020) Referenced Document

ASTM E284 Standard Terminology of Appearance
ASTM E691 Standard Practice for Conducting an Interlaboratory Study to Determine the Precision of a Test Method
ISO 15790 Graphic technology and photography - Certified reference materials for reflection and transmission metrology - Documentation and procedures for use, including determination of combined standard uncertainty

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2008 ASTM D7305-08a Standard Test Method for Reflection Density of Printed Matter
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