ASTM D4287-00(2014) PDF

Scope: 4.1 The viscosity value obtained by this test method gives information about the flow properties of the material under high-shear conditions similar to those encountered during application: brushing (see Test Method D4958), spraying, electrostatic disk, or roll coating.

4.2 This test method is suitable for all paints and varnishes whether they are Newtonian in behavior or not. However, due to the narrow gap between the stationary and rotary parts of high-shear viscometers, this test method is more reproducible for paints having finer pigment dispersions as determined by Test Method D1210.

1.1 This test method covers the determination of the viscosity of paints, varnishes, and related products at a rate of shear of 12 000 s⁻¹.

1.2 Paints and varnishes that dry very rapidly may not give reproducible results with this test method. Measurements made at elevated temperatures may also give poor precision due to loss of volatiles and to drying.

1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.

1.4 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 and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

ASTM D4287-00(2014) Referenced Document

ASTM D1210 Standard Test Method for Fineness of Dispersion of Pigment-Vehicle Systems by Hegman-Type Gage
ASTM D3925 Standard Practice for Sampling Liquid Paints and Related Pigmented Coatings
ASTM D4958 Standard Test Method for Comparison of the Brush Drag of Latex Paints

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