BS ISO 12040:1997
Graphic technology. Prints and printing inks. Assessment of light fastness using filtered xenon arc light

Standard No.

BS ISO 12040:1997

Release Date

1997

Published By

British Standards Institution (BSI)

Status

Be replaced

Replace By

BS ISO 12040:1997(2003)

Latest

BS ISO 12040:1997(2003)

Scope

This International Standard specifies a method for assessing the light fastness of prints and printing inks, by giving — the general test requirements for prints; — the special test requirements for inks. This International Standard applies to all print substrates such as paper, board, metals (thin metal sheets and plate) and plastic films and to all printing processes.

BS ISO 12040:1997 history

• 0000 BS ISO 12040:1997(2003)
• 1997 BS ISO 12040:1997 Graphic technology. Prints and printing inks. Assessment of light fastness using filtered xenon arc light