1.1 This guide covers the selection of test methods for determination of the important parameters that affect the performance of electrocoating paints.
1.2 The test methods involved are D4370, D4399, D4584, and D5145.
1.3 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 D1978-91(2018) Referenced Document
ASTM D4370 Standard Test Methods for Acid and Base Milliequivalent Content of Electrocoat Bath
ASTM D4399 Standard Test Method for Measuring Electrical Conductivity of Electrocoat Baths
ASTM D4584 Standard Test Method for Measuring Apparent pH of Electrocoat Baths
ASTM D5145 Standard Test Methods for Nonvolatile and Pigment Content of Electrocoat Baths
ASTM D1978-91(2018) history
2018ASTM D1978-91(2018) Standard Guide for Analysis of Electrocoat Bath Samples
1991ASTM D1978-91(2014) Standard Guide for Analysis of Electrocoat Bath Samples
1991ASTM D1978-91(2008) Standard Guide for Analysis of Electrocoat Bath Samples
1991ASTM D1978-91(2002) Standard Guide for Analysis of Electrocoat Bath Samples
1991ASTM D1978-91(1996) Standard Guide for Analysis of Electrocoat Bath Samples