Paint Testing Chart
Paint Testing Chart
Catalog No. 7
Welcome to the Sixth Edition of the Leneta Company catalog of paint test charts, ink test sheets, test equipment and supplies.
What youll find Inside, youll find sections devoted to each of our product lines, with descriptive and packaging information for each product. Theres also an appendix thats packed with useful information such as ASTM Standards, U.S.-to-metric conversions and various film property equations.
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Leneta - The Industry Standard Since 1956, the Leneta name has been synonymous with high-quality test charts for the paint and coatings industry. As weve continued to evolve with the industry we serve, weve developed a unique combination of Quality, Selection and Service thats kept us the Standard in our field. Quality Leneta charts are characterized by their imperviousness wettability, adhesion, surface levelness and uniformity. They are produced from high quality, nonfluorescent paper, free of optical brighteners that may affect color measurements. The same uncompromising commitment to quality is brought to every product we offer. Selection Leneta produces the broadest line of test charts in the industry, along with an important selection of test equipment. From standard products like opacity and spreading rate charts, to specialty products like glass substrates and sag test blades, youll find a unique selection in the Leneta Catalog.
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Table of Contents
Sealed Paper Charts and Cards Opacity Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Penopac (Penetration-Opacity) Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Display Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Opacity-Display Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Checkerboard Charts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Spreading Rate Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6, 7, 8 Duplex Applicator Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Brushout Cards - Black & White . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Plain White Charts and Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Plain Black Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Unsealed Test Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Special Sealed Hiding Power Charts Release Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Gray Scale Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Wall-Matte Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Spray Strips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Spray Monitors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Printing Ink and Paper Printing Ink Drawdown Sheets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Leneta Paper-Testing Inks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Special Substrates Birchwood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Upson Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Polyester . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Black Glass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Release Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Scrub Resistance Leneta Scrub Test Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Leneta Calibration Scrub Test Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Leneta-ASTM Scrub Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Leneta-ASTM Staining Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Sag and Leveling Leneta Anti-Sag Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Sag and Leveling Test Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Leneta Leveling Test Blade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Leneta Drawdown Levelness Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Metopac (Metal) Panels, for baked and powder coatings . . . . . . . . .26 Magnetic Spray Stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Alu-Card Adapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Applicators - Blade Type Trade Sales Applicators (U Shape) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Dow Film Caster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Bird Applicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Multi-notch, 8 path, Logicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Applicators - Wire-Wound Rods Leneta Wire-Cators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Auxiliary Application Equipment Vacuum Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Leneta Drawdown Plates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Adjustable Straight Edges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Catch-Papers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Non-Stick Inter-leaf Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Paint-Out Starter Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Page 2
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Code
Page
Code DP-3 GB-2A, B HK IP-* LS-2 LTB-2 M12* M33* M71* M72* N2A N2C N9A NWK P121-*
Page 30 20 5 32 25 25 15 15 15 15 10 10 10 10 22 22 6,19 36 32 18
Code
Page 18 18 11 20 14 14 23 30 27 23 26 21 17 17 29 9 9 31
19BR 5 21B 7 23B 21 24B 12 26-1M, -2M 13 AAX* AB-* AD-1, AD-2 AD-710 AGX* ASM-* AT-* B-3 BH, BK CP-1 CP-2 CU-1M 8A, 8B DP-1 DP-2 19 28 27 28 19 24 28 9 9 30 25 12 6 30 25
R6-* R7A, R7D RC-* RP-1K S71* S72* SC-1, SC-2 SE-1, -3 SS-1 ST-1, ST-31 T12G, M TG19 TK-11,TK-21 TK-100 VP-0912 W* W*X WC-*
5C 5DX, -GW 6F4, 6F6 7B 8A, 8B 8H, -GW 8K 9A, 9B 10A, 10B 10H,-BG 12H 13H 14H 15H 18A, 18B
* Represents additional letters and/or numbers to identify two or more related products.
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Opacity Charts
The term Opacity Chart, as used in this catalog, refers to charts on which the test pattern is a simple combination of black and white areas, large enough for wide aperture reflectance instruments, as well as for visual opacity and color observations. Leneta opacity charts comply with all test methods specifying charts of such design.
Form 2A
5-1/2 x 10 in 140 x 254 mm
Form 2C
7-5/8 x 10-1/4 in 194 x 260 mm
Form 5C
7-5/8 x 10-1/4 in 194 x 260 mm
Form 3B
7-5/8 x 11-3/8 in 194 x 289 mm
PACKAGING Form Box No. Quantity Boxes per Case Box Weight
2A 2C 3B 5C 14H 15H
6 4 4 4 4 4
6 lb 9 lb 9 lb 9 lb 11 lb 11 lb
Form 15H
11-1/4 x 17-1/4 in 286 x 438 mm
Form 14H
11-1/4 x 17-1/4 in 286 x 438 mm Design Area = 1.076 ft2 = 0.1 m2 = 1000 cm2
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Penopac Charts
(Sealed) (Sealed) (Unsealed) (Sealed) (Sealed)
(Unsealed)
(Sealed)
These combine the test areas and functions of a penetration and an opacity chart. They can be considered as universal test charts for research, development and quality control. The choices offered in size and design are responsive to individual laboratory needs and preferences. Form 19BR includes an unsealed black area, but is otherwise equivalent in functionality.
Form 1A
5-1/2 x 10 in 140 x 254 mm
Form 18A
5-1/2 x 10 in 140 x 254 mm
(Sealed) (Unsealed)
(Sealed)
(Unsealed)
(Sealed)
(Sealed)
Form 1B
7-5/8 x 11-3/8 in 194 x 289 mm
Form 18B
7-5/8 x 11-3/8 in 194 x 289 mm
Form 19BR
7-5/8 x 11-3/8 in 194 x 289 mm
Penetration Chart
An important characteristic of architectural finishes is the ability to maintain a uniform appearance on surfaces of varying porosity. This ability, of which gloss and color uniformity are specific aspects, is referred to as penetration resistance. The adjacent sealed/unsealed areas of Leneta Form HB present severe conditions of varying porosity for testing penetration resistance. In addition to qualitative visual observations, photometric measurements on the two areas provide objective numerical values.
(Sealed)
(Unsealed)
Packaging Form Box Boxes No. Quantity per Case 1A 250 6 1B 250 4 18A 250 6 18B 250 4 19BR 250 4 HB 250 4
Box Weight 6 lb 9 lb 6 lb 9 lb 9 lb 9 lb
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Form 8A
5-1/2 x 10 in 140 x 254 mm Design Area = 275 cm2
Form 8B
7-5/8 x 11-3/8 in 194 x 289 mm Design Area = 425 cm2
Form 8K
8-5/8 x 11-1/4 in 219 x 285 mm Design Area = 500 cm2
PACKAGING Form No. Box Quantity Boxes per Case Box Weight
8A 8B 8H 8H-GW 8K
6 4 4 4 4
6 lb 9 lb 11 lb 11 lb 11 lb
Form 8H
11-1/4 x 17-1/4 in 286 x 438 mm
Form 8H-GW
11-1/4 x 17-1/4 in 286 x 438 mm
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Form 9A
5-1/2 x 10 in 140 x 254 mm
Form 9B
7-5/8 x 11-3/8 in 194 x 289 mm
Form 21B
7-5/8 x 11-3/8 in 194 x 289 mm
Packaging Box Boxes Box Quantity per Case Weight 250 6 6 lb 250 4 9 lb 125 4 11 lb 125 4 11 lb 250 4 9 lb
Form 12H
11-1/4 x 17-1/4 in 286 x 438 mm
Form 13H
11-1/4 x 17-1/4 in 286 x 438 mm
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Checkerboard Charts
One of the earliest hiding power test surfaces was linoleum with a black and white checkerboard pattern. This was soon replaced by sealed paperboard charts of which Forms 10H and 10H-BG Spreading Rate Charts are typical examples. Designed for brushout tests at specified spreading rates, such as in ASTM Method D 344 and Canadian 1-GP-71, they are also used for drawdown applications like their smaller counterparts, Forms 10A and 10B. Black and gray squares in Form 10H-BG provide reduced contrast for testing coatings with lower hiding power.
Packaging Form Box Boxes Box No. Quantity per Case Weight 10A 250 6 6 lb 10B 250 4 9 lb 10H 125 4 11 lb 10H-BG 125 4 11 lb
Form 10A
5-1/2 x 10 in 140 x 254 mm Design Area = 275 cm2
Form 10B
7-5/8 x 11-3/8 in 194 x 289 mm Design Area = 425 cm2
Form 10H
11-1/4 x 17-1/4 in 286 x 438 mm
Form 10H-BG
11-1/4 x 17-1/4 in 286 x 438 mm
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Brushout Cards / Duplex Applicator Charts Plain White Cards / Plain White Charts / Plain Black Chart
Brushout Cards
Nominal Thickness: 20 mils (0.5 mm)
Designed for informal brushout applications, the paper stock is thicker than regular chart paper to give greater rigidity for more convenient handling. They are also used widely for drawdowns and colorimetric measurements. Form Box Boxes Box No. Quantity per Case Weight 2DX 500 4 7 lb 5DX 500 4 7 lb 5DX-GW 500 4 7 lb WDX 500 4 7 lb
Form 2DX
Black & White
Form 5DX
Black & White
Form 5DX-GW
Gray & White
Form WDX
Plain White
Form 6F6
Form WF
Form No. *WBX *WDX WKX WHX *WA *WB *WD WF WG WH WK WM BK BH **B-3
Size Inches Millimeters 7-5/8 x 11-1/4 194 x 286 3-7/8 x 6 98 x 152 8-5/8 x 11-1/4 219 x 286 11-1/4 x 17-1/4 286 x 438 5-1/2 x10 7-5/8 x 11-1/4 3-7/8 x 6 3 x 7-1/4 3 x 5-1/2 11-1/4 x 17-1/4 8-5/8 x 11-1/4 5-1/2 x 11-1/4 8-5/8 x 11 11-1/4 x 17-1/4 5-5/8 x 32 140 194 98 76 76 286 219 140 x x x x x x x x 254 286 152 184 140 438 286 286
Box Quantity 125 500 125 75 250 250 1000 500 1000 125 250 250 250 125 200
Form N2C
7-5/8 x 10-1/4 in 194 x 260 mm
Form N2A
5-1/2 x 10 in 140 x 254 mm
Form N9A
5-1/2 x 10 in 140 x 254 mm
ALSO: FORM NWK, Plain white -- Size: 8-5/8 x 11-1/16 in (219 x 281 mm)
Wax and Polish Test Chart Super-Smooth Jet Black Very Dull, Matte Finish
Form WP-1
5-1/2 x 10 in 140 x 254 mm
PACKAGING Form No. Box Quantity Boxes per Case Box Weight
4 6 6 4 6
9 lb 6 lb 6 lb 11 lb 6 lb
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Release Charts
For rapid and precise hiding power measurements
These charts have a unique surface which is readily wetted by waterborne or solventborne paints, but from which the dried film can easily* be stripped with adhesive tape. The stripping feature permits the dry film weight on a measured area to be determined precisely by weighing on an analytical balance before and after film removal. The spreading rate (H) and wet film thickness (T) can then be calculated from the following simple relationships: A(cm2) . N . D (kg/L) H(m2/L) = 10 M(g) H(ft2/gal) = 40.746H(m2/L) H(ft2/gal) x T (mils) = 1604.2
where:
H T A D M N
= = = = = =
spreading rate (m2/L), (ft2/gal). wet film thickness (m), (mils) test area (cm2) paint density (kg/L) dry film weight (g) non-volatile fraction by weight of the applied paint
RC-BC
This procedure represents a break-through in reduced time for precise measurement of spreading rate (or wet film thickness) in the determination of hiding power.
RC-5C * Not so easily as to produce undamaged free films. For that purpose use Form RP-1K release paper described on page 20.
Form
Color
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These are sealed paint test charts with six stripes on a white field, ranging in shade from very light gray to black. The stripes are numbered 1 to 6, representing uniform steps of increasing contrast. The hiding power of the applied coatings is rated as the number of the darkest stripe that is completely (or almost completely) obscured, at a specified thickness or spreading rate. Form CU-1M is used for more practical large-area brush or roller applications as in ASTM D 5150. Applications on Form 24B are with a drawdown blade. See Appendix, Page 33 for gray scale values.
Form CU-1M Test Area 6 ft2 (5574 cm2) 24 x 37-1/4 in (610 x 946 mm)
Conforms with ASTM D5150, Hiding Power of Architectural Paints Applied by Roller
Drawdown Application
PACKAGING Form No. Box Quantity Boxes per Case Box Weight
24B CU-1M
250 100
4 1
9 lb 47 lb
Form 24B
7-5/8 x 11-3/8 in 194 x 289 mm
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Wall-Matte Charts
Large-area matte finish test surfaces for practical laboratory application testing of wall paints These charts are coated with a flat finish similar in texture and tooth to a typical trade sales flat wall paint. Paints can be applied by brush or roller with assurance that there will be no surface skid during application. The surface is well sealed so that both waterborne and solventborne coatings can be applied with no penetration of vehicle into the substrate. Wall-Matte Charts are an effective replacement for previously available Kem-Glo Test Paper and superior to that product in imperviousness and paper rigidity.
Form 26-1M
20 x 28 in 508 x 711 mm Area: 3.9 ft2 (0.36 m2)
Form 26-2M
28 x 40 in 711 x 1046 mm Area: 7.8 ft2 (0.72 m2)
Physical Data Thickness: 14 mils (300m) approx. Reflectance: White 833%, Gray 463% 60 Gloss: 2 approx. 85 Gloss: 2 approx.
Packaging Form Box No. Quantity 26-1M 125 26-2M 100 Box Weight 34 lb 55 lb
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Spray Strips
Hiding Power Charts for OEM Coatings
These are used by industrial coatings laboratories, principally those involved with the automotive industry, to measure the hiding power of spraying enamels. The chart is attached to a steel panel and the test coating sprayed to produce a wedge varying from thin at one end to thick at the other. After drying, a location on the chart of adequate visual hiding or 0.98 contrast ratio is determined, and the film thickness measured electronically on the steel panel adjacent to that location. Conversely, a location of specified thickness is determined on the steel panel and the Contrast Ratio measured adjacent to that location.
Form S71
Black & White
Form S71-BG
Black & Gray
Form S72
Black & White
Form S72-BG
Black & Gray
also
Form S71-RG
Red & Gray
PACKAGING:
box wt. 5 lb
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Spray Monitors
Self-Adhering Hiding Power Labels
These are pressure sensitive labels with a hiding power test pattern and a sealed, solvent-resistant surface. They are used primarily with metal panels on which the uniform surface provides no visual clue as to the thickness of an applied paint film. When placed on such a surface, the Monitor presents a contrasting feature by which to observe the hiding during spray application, thereby facilitating film thickness control. It adheres firmly, whether air-dried or baked, to present a permanent visual record of film opacity. The longer Monitors, M71 and M72, permit wedge application, with thickness and hiding power determination, as described with Spray Strips (see page 14).
Form M12-BG
Black & Gray
Size 2 x 11 in 51 x 279 mm
Form M71
Black & White
Form M71-BG
Black & Gray
Form M72
Black & White
Form M72-BG
Black & Gray
PACKAGING:
2000 per box 500 per box 500 per box Page 15
Available in seven different grades of paper, these sheets provide a variety of sub strates for testing ink qualities. They are also useful for testing other coating because of their range in absorbancy and texture. Sheet Size: 5 x 7- 5/8 in (127 x 194 mm) Paper: Unwatermarked, non-fluorescent except as noted below Ink: Jet black. Non-bleeding Padding: 100 sheets per pad Packaging: 1000 sheets (10 pads) per box5
Translucent Coated Bond2 Book with/OB5 with/OB5 Neutral White 15 lb 56 2.5 64 0.89 6 4 Neutral White 80 lb 118 3.7 94 1.26 6 8
Shade Basis Weight3 Grammage (g/m2) Caliper (mils) Caliper (m) Density (g/cm3) Boxes per case Box weight (lb)
Notes: 1. Indicated weights, densities and calipers are nominal and/or approximate. 2. This paper is absorbent despite the high level of transparency 3. Ream of 500 basis sheets. 4. This is a laminate of white on brown kraft paper, representative of white corrugated box surfaces, and showing a typical mottled appearance. 500 sheets/box, unpadded. 5. OB means Optical Brighteners
See Page 19 for the complete range of available sizes and thicknesses. Page 16
These testing inks provide a simple and rapid way of monitoring batch-to-batch variations in paper structure and porosity. Inks of both high and low penetrations are required because the penetration quality of the ink must be appropriate to the holdout of the paper surface being tested. Coated papers, being relatively high in holdout, require a high penetration ink to obtain a sufficiently strong color and mottle pattern. Uncoated papers, being low in holdout, require a low penetration ink to avoid excessively strong color that would overwhelm any mottle or holdout distinctions. Examples of test patterns obtained using the two inks, demonstrating their specialized nature, are as follows:
TK-11 TK-21 TK-11 TK-21
High Penetration Ink Low Penetration Ink High Penetration Ink Low Penetration Ink
TK-11
Coated Papers
Uncoated Papers
Test Procedure: Spread the ink on the paper to be tested using a spatula or drawdown applicator (see TK-100 Applicator below). After one minute remove the ink by first scraping off most of it with a straight edge, then wiping away the remainder carefully with a clean paper towel. The resultant test pattern is characterized visually for mottle and porosity. To obtain an instrumental value for porosity, measure the CIE-Y reflectances, or the densitometer values, of the stained and unstained areas, then calculate: Porosity Index (Holdout) 100 Yunstained - Ystained Yunstained 10 -1
D
TK-21
10
TK-11 TK-21
118 mL 118 mL
(227 grams -- 1/2 lb) per jar (151 grams -- 1/3 lb) per jar 8 jars per case
Item No. TK-100: Applicator for Paper-Testing Inks Constructed of aluminum, this low cost applicator is designed specially for use with Leneta Testing Inks. One edge has a 10 mil (250 m) clearance and applies a 3 inch (75 mm) wide film. The opposite edge can be used as a convenient scraper. Dimensions: 5 in x 2 in x 1/8 in (127 mm x 51 mm x 3 mm)
TK-100
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Special Substrates
Wood Panels - Birch: This type of hardwood is light in color with an attractive grain, making it particularly suitable for color matching and demonstration of stains.
Birch Plywood - 5/32 in (4 mm) thick Form No. R1A R1D Size inches mm 5-1/2 x 10 140 x 254 3-1/2 x 6 89 x 152 Box Quantity 50 100 Boxes Per Case 4 4 Weight Per Box 11lb 9 lb
R1A R7A
R1D R7D
Available on Request: R1-TA Designed for Taber Abraser: Size 4 x 4 in (100 x 100 mm) with 1/4 inch (0.6 mm) diameter center hole. Simulates hardwood flooring. R1-W For use in weatherometers: Size 3 x 6 in (75 x 150 mm) .
Birch Veneer - 1/32 in (0.7 mm) thick This is real wood laminated to paper. Form No. R7A R7D Size inches 5-1/2 x 10 3x6 Box mm Quantity 140 x 254 100 76 x 152 100 Boxes Per Case 4 4 Weight Per Box 5 lb 2 lb
R6-1224
R6-912
Size inches mm 6 x 12 9 x 12 12 x 18 12 x 24 152 229 305 305 x x x x 305 305 457 610
R6-612
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Clear Polyester
P300-1K P300-2K P300-4C P300-7C P300-4NT P300-7NT P300-4G P300-7G
This clear film can be used as a substrate for the application of a coating and viewed for transmitted appearance properties including color, gloss and transparency, or placed over a black and white background for evaluation of hiding power. In addition, it is used as an overlay to protect a drawdown after drying, without obscuring visibility. Form Thickness No. mils m P300-1K 1 25 P300-2K P300-4C P300-4G P300-4NT P300-7C P300-7G P300-7NT 2 4 4 4 7 7 7 50 100 100 175 175 Size inches 8-1/2 x 11 8-1/2 x 11 3 x 5-1/2 5 x 7-5/8 3 x 5-1/2 5 x 7-5/8 mm 216 x 279 216 x 279 194 x 260 76 x 140 127 x 194 194 x 260 76 x 140 127 x 194 Box Boxes Weight Quantity Per Case Per Box 125 4 1 lb 125 125 250 250 125 250 250 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 1 lb 3 lb 2 lb 3 lb 4 lb 2 lb 4 lb
If you would like a size other than those shown above, please contact us for a quote
These are low cost metallic substrates to replace expensive solid metal panels when the primary interest is in appearance. The test surface has a high metallic luster. The cards are 18 mils (0.46 mm) thick and have a 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) diameter hole punched in one end. In addition to lower cost, a major advantage over regular metal panels is that they are much lighter in weight and therefore more conveniently stored. See page 27 for Spray Stand and Adapters used in spray applications on these panels. Form No. AAX-1P Primed1 AAX-2N Unprimed2 AGX-1P Primed1 AGX-2N Unprimed2 Size inches 5-1/2 x 10 5-1/2 x 10 3 x 5-1/2 3 x 5-1/2 mm 140 x 254 140 x 254 76 x 140 76 x 140 Box Quantity 125 125 500 500 Boxes Weight Per Case Per Box 6 5 lb 6 5 lb 6 6 lb 6 6 lb
AGX-1P AGX-2N
1. Clear organic primer for improved adhesion. 2. Foil both sides for minimum bake distortion. Bright side is conductive.
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Glass Substrates
Blacklite** Glass Panels - Approximately 0.25 inch (6mm) thick Black glass is used in widely referenced high-precision ASTM Method D 2805, and related hiding power test methods. After measuring the reflectance R0 of the dry film, a defined area is scraped from the glass and weighed to obtain the spreading rate or original wet film thickness. R of the paint film is obtained from a separate test application. The hiding power is then calculated from the appropriate KubelkaMunk equations found in the ASTM method.
GB-2A
Black glass panels are used in U.S. Federal Test Method 141-4122 and CGSB Method 1-GP-71-14.7 for measuring hiding power. The latter method also provides for direct wet film thickness measurements using a Pfund or Interchemical type of wet film thickness gage, as described in ASTM Method D 1212. These methods depend on the unique hardness and levelness characteristics of glass substrates. Leneta black glass is much superior in levelness to previously available striated types.
Black
Unstriated - Blacklite
Box Quantity 1 1
GB-2A GB-2B
** Blacklite: Refers to the Leneta type of black glass NOTE: Although visually not as opaque as true Carrara Glass, Blacklite Glass has a transmission of less than 1%, making it an adequate substitute for Carrara Glass.
Release Paper
Release Paper - For preparing free films of organic coatings This paper is sealed on both sides, one side glossy and the other matte. The glossy side has a silicone finish with balanced release, to avoid excessive crawling of solventborne or waterborne coatings, while permitting easy stripping of dried films. It is recommended in ASTM D 4708 Standard Practice for Preparation of Uniform Free Films of Organic Coatings and can be used to prepare test films for ASTM D 2370 Tensile Strength of Organic Coatings, ASTM D 1653 Water Vapor Transmission of Organic Coatings Films, and other free-film test methods.
RP-1K
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TG19
20 mils m mils m ft2/gal m2/L 5.7 145 10.40 264 280 6.9
Test Procedure: After the applied coating has dried, the operator locates the critical stripe, visually or photometrically, and encircles the parameter of interest, as illustrated. It is generally accepted that the hiding power endpoint is not total visual extinction, but a degree of contrast just short of complete hiding, corresponding to a photometric contrast ratio of 0.98. ASTM D 5007: In this standard, the hiding power of the wet film and then of the dry film are observed visually, and the percentage increase or decrease is reported.
PACKAGING
Form 23B Logicator Chart -Typical Drawdown Chart Size: 7-5/8 x 11-3/8 in (194 x 289 mm) Stripe Width: 0.7in (17.8 mm) Overall Film Width: 6 in (152 mm)
Box Quantity
Box Weight
1 250
-4
1 lb 9 lb
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Form P121-10N The above photographs show actual tests of latex flat paints. Note that the films have worn down to a feather edge, with no sign of adhesion failure
These are standard panels prepared by applying white emulsion paints on black scrub test panels. The films are indefinitely stable and the panels of each type essentially identical. They are used as controls in the measurement of scrub resistance, to obtain Calibration Ratings that normalize the wide variations often encountered for undefined reasons, among laboratories using the same scrub method. The Calibration Rating is the performance of the test paint panel expressed as a percentage relative to that of the selected Calibration Panel. Thus:
% Calibration Rating = Test Panel Cycles-to Failure Calibration Panel Cycles-to-Failure x 100 **
** The letter indicating the calibration panel type is appended to the calibration rating, e.g. 125A, 65C, 95C etc.
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SC-1
SC-2
These are aqueous dispersions of detergent, cellulosic thickener and preservative, made in conformance with and approved for use in the indicated ASTM methods. The abrasive type contains ground silica for accelerated erosion. The two compounds are representative of the detergent and abrasive character of commercial cleaning products. Because of the variable nature of their ingredients, Leneta Company provides media adjusted and tested to assure batch-tobatch uniformity. Each container is fully identified by batch number and shipping date. The contents of unopened containers are guaranteed standard in performance for a year, which is highly conservative on the basis of observed package stability.
Supplied in pint (473 mL) jars, sufficient for about 40 tests. Weight per jar: 2 lb, 8 jars per case
ST-1
ST-31
Both media have perfect package stability and are manufactured and control tested to assure batch-to-batch uniformity. Their usefulness extends not only to ASTM tests, but to any soil and stain removal test procedure.
Supplied in 4 fl.oz. (118 mL) cans or jars. Weight per jar: 1/2 lb, 4 jars per case
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ASM-4
Fig.1 - The Medium Range Anti-Sag Meter Fig. 2 - Typical Test Pattern This test was made with the Medium Range Anti-Sag Meter. The test surface is a Form 7B Sag & Leveling Chart.
78 100 125 150 175 200 225 250 275 300 1.5 38 2 50 2.5 63 3 75 3.5 88 5 4.5 5 5.5 6 100 113 125 138 150
ASM-2
Low
mils 1 m 25
ASM-3
High
mils 14 15 18 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 60 m 350 400 450 500 625 750 875 1000 1125 1250 1500 mils 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 m 100 150 200 250 300 350 400 450 500 550 600
ASM-4
Medium
Waterborne Architectural
Sag and Leveling Test Chart This form was designed for use with the Leneta Anti-Sag Meter and finds additional use with the Leneta Leveling Test Blade (see page 25). Its special characteristic is the provision of an applicator path with a considerable length of black in the middle. Thus by making test observations only over the black area, there is automatic compliance with instructions to ignore the leading and trailing edges of the drawdown. See the Appendix (page 35).
PACKAGING Form No. Size Box Quantity Boxes Per Case Weight Per Box
7B
250
9 lb.
This is a threaded stainless steel rod that functions as a grooved doctor blade at any part of its circumference. It produces a film with parallel ridges and valleys in simulation of brush marks. Critical dimensions are indicated in the diagram. Plastic arms in conjunction with straight-edge guides assure rectilinear drawdown movement (see DP-2 Leveling Test Drawdown Plate below). Advantages over brushout application tests are speed, reproducibility, and a regular surface pattern that facilitates evaluation. The leveling of films applied in this manner correlates well with brushout leveling. The diagram shows alternating clearances of 300 and 100 m (12 and 4 mils), to apply alternate stripes of 150 and 50 m (6 and 2 mils) thickness. Thus the mean wet film thickness of the test drawdown will be about 100 m (4 mils), corresponding to a spreading rate of 10 m2/L (400 ft2/gal). The detailed method is described in the Appendix, Page 35.
Fig. 2 Details from the engineering drawing. Dimensions are in millimeters. Plastic arms are illustrated in Fig. 1 above.
Fig. 3 Drawdown Levelness Standards under oblique light, as described in ASTM D 4062.
These are 3-dimensional true scale replicas of drawdowns made with the Leneta Leveling Test Blade, using a series of nine paints ranging from extremely poor to good leveling. The primary standards are durable metal plates from which replicas are pressed in the form of 3 x 5 in (75 x 125 mm) white vinyl panels. They are numbered 1 through 9 from poorest to best leveling. Perfect leveling is 10 and poorer than 1 is zero. Evaluation of drawdowns prepared with the Leneta Leveling Test Blade is readily accomplished by visual comparison in oblique light. The number of the matching standard is the Leveling Value of the paint. Further information with regard to the significance of these values is provided in the Appendix, Page 35.
Catch-Papers
Form CP-2 These are thin lacquered sheets, size 3 x 7-1/4 in, for catching surplus paint at the end of the drawdown. This form was designed specifically for use with the Leveling Test Drawdown Plate, being cut to size and hole punched accurately for that purpose. Packaging: 1000 sheets/box
Fig. 4 Application with the Leneta Leveling Test Blade. Illustrates use of Drawdown Plate and Catch-Papers.
T12M
Form Color No. T12G Black & White T12M Black & White
Weigh Per Bo 8 lb 4 lb
T12G
Major uses include: ASTM Method D 6441 -- Measuring the Hiding Power of Powder Coatings -- A wedge shape film is applied on a T12G or T12M panel. Points of specified film thickness are located over the black and white areas, reflectances are measured and the mean contrast ratio at that film thickness is calculated. Alternatively, several black/white pairs of equal-thickness points at various film thicknesses are located, and the calculated contrast ratio plotted graphically against the film thickness to obtain the film thickness at a contrast ratio of 0.98. In this method the reflectance is measured with a small diameter aperture (e.g. 4 mm), and the film thickness with an electronic film thickness gage. Powder Coatings Institute Method -- In this method the film thickness is determined directly on a T12G panel at 0.98 Contrast Ratio. Alternatively, the Contrast Ratio is determined at a specified film thickness. Reflectance and film thickness instrumentation are as in ASTM D 6441. ASTM Method D 2805 -- Hiding Power of Paints by Reflectometry -The film is applied uniformly over a panel. The filmweight and reflectance R0 are determined on the black area, and the reflectivity R of the coating determined using the black and white areas. The gravimetric spreading rate at 0.98 Contrast Ratio is then calculated using Kubelka-Munk equations. Conversion to volumetric spreading rate or to film thickness is readily accomplished.
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Item SS-1 Magnetic Spray Stand Laboratory spray stands are often unsteady devices, thickly coated with overspray. The Leneta Magnetic Spray Stand provides stability, tidiness, and general convenience. Its design is simple: two small but powerful pot magnets are mounted at one end of a curved steel rod. The other end of the rod is screwed into a heavy steel base. Overall height is approximately 13 inches. Steel panels 6 x 12 inches and larger are held firmly during spraying and then easily removed. The magnets remain clean, being protected from overspray by the panel. Other parts of the device are readily cleaned by soaking in paint remover or caustic solution.
SS-1
Box Quantity 1
Alu-Card Adapter The magnetic spray stand can be used with Alu-Cards (see page 19) or other nonmagnetic panels by employing one of the steel adapters designed for that purpose. It provides a small peg from which the Alu-Card hangs, steadied by side arms to prevent the card from blowing off in the spray stream. It is available in two sizes, corresponding to the standard sizes in which Alu-Cards are supplied. Packaging Item AD-1 AD-2 Use With Inches Size A Cards Size G Cards 5-1/2 x 10 3 x 5-1/2 Size Millimeters 140 x 254 76 x 140
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AT-686
Item
Spreading Rate
(ft2/gal)
AT-684 AT-686
4 in 6 in
6 8 6 8
3 4 3 4
Dow Film Caster This Applicator was originally designed for latex paint scrub test procedures on a 6-1/2 x 17 in. glass surface, in which a 3-1/2 mil thick test coat is applied over a 5 mil primer. Although the use of primed glass in tests of this type has been largely discontinued, the applicator continues to be widely used for its individual clearances.
Item Film Width (inches) Gap Clearance (mils) Wet Film Thickness
(mils)
AD-710
Spreading Rate
(ft2/gal)
AD-710
5-1/4 5-1/2
7 10
3-1/2 5
460 320
AB-86
Bird Applicators Bird Applicators are specified by their film width and the approximate wet film thickness they are intended to apply. The latter value is engraved at one end of the applicator. To calculate the approximate spreading rate in square feet per gallon, divide 1604 by the indicated wet film thickness. Film Width 2 in 3 in 3.5 in 6 in Wet Film Thickness* 2 mils 3 mils 4 mils AB-42 AB-62 AB-82 AB-43 AB-63 AB-83 AB-435 AB-635 AB-835 AB-46 AB-66 AB-86
* Approximately half the gap clearance.
Direction of Movement
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Vacuum Plate
Vacuum Plate - perforated This is a flat, perforated aluminum plate, with a 9 x 12 inch surface, on which hiding power charts and other flexible surfaces may be placed and held flat during application of coatings. The surface is large enough to accommodate all Leneta chart sizes up to 8-5/8 x 11-1/4 inches. A vacuum pump or source of laboratory vacuum is required.
VP-0912
Item
Size
Weight
VP-0912
9 x 12 x 2 in 227 x 305 x 51 mm
6 lb
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For general use with Leneta Charts and panels Glass Surface: 9 x 15 in (230 x 380 mm)
DP-1
Item DP-3
For drawdowns on Leneta Scrub Test Panels, size 6-1/2 x 17 inches. Glass surface: 7 x 20 in (178 x 508 mm) Information on Leneta Scrub Test Panels can be found on page 22.
DP-3
Adjustable Straight Edges These devices are designed for mounting on Leneta Drawdown Plates as guides to assure rectilinear movement of the applicator. Lateral position is adjustable to accommodate various applicator widths. Item SE-1 SE-3 For Use On DP-1 Standard Drawdown Plate DP-3 Scrub Test Drawdown Plate
Form CP-1 Catch-Papers These are thin, sealed papers that are placed under the bottom edge of a chart or panel to catch the surplus paint at the completion of a drawdown. The sealed surface facilitates clean-up.
Packaging Form CP-1 Size 3 x 8-1/2 in 75 x 215 mm Box Quantity 1000 Boxes Per Case 4 Weight Per Box 4 lb
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Leneta Wire-Cators
Used to Apply Controlled Film Thickness Drawdowns of Liquid Coatings Also known as: Wire-Bar Applicators, Mayer Rods General Description: Wire-Wound Rods
WC-212
Characteristics of Leneta Wire-Cators 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Wire Diameters: 2.5-75 mils (0.064-1.9 mm), provides wet film thicknesses: 0.18-6 mils (4.5-150 m) Length of winding: 10 inches (254 mm). Sufficiently long to coat most standard size panels and charts. Length of rod: 12 inches (305 mm). Provides an inch (25 mm) clear for grasping at each end. Diameter of rod: 1/2 inch (12.7 mm). Thick enough to provide essentially perfect rigidity. Composition: All stainless steel. No rust or corrosion, even with waterborne coatings. Non-magnetic, permits use with steel panels on a magnetic chuck. Wire-Cators Available from Stock
Catalog Item No. WC-2.5 WC-3 WC-4 WC-6 WC-8 WC-10 WC-12 WC-14 WC-16 WC-18 WC-20 Wire Diameter mils* mm 2.5 3 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 0.064 0.075 0.10 0.15 0.20 0.25 0.30 0.36 0.41 0.46 0.51 Film Thickness** mils m 0.18 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.65 0.8 0.95 1.1 1.25 1.4 4.5 5 8 10 13 16 20 24 28 32 35 Catalog Item No. WC-22 WC-24 WC-26 WC-28 WC-30 WC-32 WC-34 WC-36 WC-38 WC-40 WC-42 Wire Diameter mils* mm 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36 38 40 42 0.56 0.61 0.66 0.71 0.76 0.81 0.86 0.91 0.97 1.02 1.07 Film Thickness** mils m 1.5 1.7 1.8 2.0 2.2 2.3 2.5 2.7 2.8 3.0 3.2 38 42 47 50 55 59 63 68 72 75 81 Catalog Item No. WC-44 WC-46 WC-48 WC-50 WC-52 WC-55 WC-60 WC-65 WC-70 WC-75 Wire Diameter mils* mm 44 1.12 46 1.17 48 1.22 50 52 55 60 65 70 75 1.27 1.32 1.40 1.52 1.65 1.78 1.91 Film Thickness mils m 3.3 85 3.5 89 3.7 93 3.8 4.0 4.2 4.5 5.0 5.5 6.0 98 10 10 11 12 13 15
* Exact ** Approximate
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Available from stock - packed 1000 sheets per box - in the following standard Leneta Chart sizes:
Size A Size C Size B Size K
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Appendix
Contents
1. Characteristics of charts and cards 2. CIE-Y Reflectance of grays 3. U.S. - Metric Conversions 4. Spreading Rate and Film Thickness 5. Equations for Spreading Rate Charts 6. Film Constants 7. Porosity by Saturant Absorption 8. Basic Hiding Power Methods 9. Kubelka-Monk (K-M) Equations 10. Sag Resistance Method (D 4400) 11. Leveling Test Method (D 4062) 12. Pre-Shear Equipment 13. Leneta in ASTM Methods
1. Characteristics of Charts and Cards 3. U.S. - Metric Conversions
Length: 1 1 1 1 Area:
Volume: cc ~ cm3 ~ mL; L~ dm3 1 in3 = 16.387064 mL 1 ft3 = 28.3168 L = 7.48052 gal 1 gal = 231 in3 = 128 fl oz = 3785.412 mL 1 fl oz = 29.5735 mL 1 gal (Imperial) = 1.20095 gal (U.S.) Weight: 1 lb = 453.59237 g 1 av oz = 28.3495 g Density: 8.3454 lb/gal = 1 g/mL = 1 kg/L Spreading Rate: 40.746 ft2/gal = 1 m2/L 4.8824 ft2/lb = 1 m2/kg Weightage (Weight/Area): Poundage (lb/Mft2) x 4.8824 = Grammage (g/m2) Temperature: F =1.8 x C +32 C = 5/9 (F -32)
4. Spreading Rate and Film Thickness*
5.1 Metric Units a) V(mL) = T(m) 10 b) V(mL) = 100 H(m2/L) c) M(g) = T(m) x D(g/mL) 10 d) M(g) = 100 D(g/mL) H(m2/L) e) M(g) = V(m/L) x D(g/mL)** 5.2 Mixed Units a) V(mL) = T(mils) x 2.54 b) V(mL) = 4074.6 H(ft2/gal) c) M(g) = 488 x D(lb/gal) H(ft2/gal)
** valid for any test area.
Liquid seal: Applied to one side only; solvent resistant; non-migrating. Black areas: Printed one side only; non-bleeding, reflectance 1% max.1
(< 2% on non-sealed charts.)
Where: T = wet film thickness V = volume applied H = spreading rate M = weight applied D = paint density
Sealed White areas: Color retentive; non-fluorescent Reflectance1,4 Charts: 80 - 83% Cards: 80% min Thickness2: Charts - 14 mils (0.35 mm) Cards - 20 mils (0.5 mm) Weightage : Poundage Grammage lb/Mft2 g/m2 Charts: 63 308 Cards: 74 361 Hole Punching3: One hole - 1/4 inch (6 mm) diameter Two holes - 3/8 in (9.5 mm) diameter, 4-1/4 in (108 mm) between centers.
1 2 3
DN =
DVND DV+ND-1 w t
DB =
P= 4.1 Metric Units a) H(m2/L) x T(m) = 1000 b) H(m2/L) x t (m) = 1000 ND/d c) H(m2/kg) x T(m) = 1000/D(kg/L) d) H(m2/kg) x t (m) = 1000N/d(kg/L) 4.2 U.S. Units a) H(ft2/gal) x T(mil) = 1604.2 b) H(ft2/gal) x t (mil) = 1604.2ND/d c) H(ft2/lb) x T(mil) = 1604.2/D(lb/gal) d) H(ft2/lb) x t (mil) = 1604.2N/d(lb/gal) 4.3 Dry vs Wet Film Thickness a) ND = NVd b) t = NVT c) td = NTD Where: H T t D d N NV = spreading rate (whole paint) = wet film thickness = dry film thickness = whole paint density = dry film density = non-volatile fraction by weight = non-volatile fraction by volume
DN-DB DN
Measured per ASTM E 1347, 0/45 geometry Approximate Indicated by illustrations or in the text. 4 Special higher brightness (87-89%)available on request: Forms 2A-H, 3B-H, 5C-H, 1B-H, WB-H
Where: D = wet density (g/cm3) N = non-volatile fraction by weight DV = density of volatiles (g/cm3) solventborne = 0.78 waterborne = 1.00 w = dry grammage (g/m2) t = dry film thickness (m) NV = non-volatile fraction by volume DN = dry displacement density (g/cm3) DB = dry bulk density (g/cm3) P = film porosity (voids/bulk)
5DX-GW 463 8H-GW 463 10H-BG 343 M* 313 S* 313 26-1M, 26-2M 463 24B, CU-1M: Stripes #1 76 approx. #2 73 approx. #3 65 approx. #4 45 approx. #5 24 approx. #6 4 approx. * Represents additional letters and/or numbers to
identify two or more related products.
P= Where: DN= DS = Q= R =
non-porous films
dry displacement density (g/cm3) saturant density (g/cm3) saturant weight/film weight DS / DN
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Appendix
8. Basic Hiding Power Methods
(continued)
a= 1 2
8.1 Definitions - Hiding Power is defined as the Spreading Rate required for full hiding over a standard black and white substrate. The latter is specified in coatings technology to have CIE-Y reflectances of 0.01 (1%) max. and 0.80 (80%) respectively. Sometimes substrates with other shades or color combinations are employed. When a film is applied uniformly over a black & white substrate, the ratio of the CIE-Y reflectance over the black area to that over the white area is its Contrast Ratio. Contrast Ratio is the photometric measure and statement of the film Opacity or Hiding. Full hiding for visual observations means just short of total extinction of contrast. Photometrically it is defined as 0.98 Contrast Ratio. 8.2 General Procedure - The objective is to determine the spreading rate at a specified level of dry film opacity, as perceived visually or corresponding to a specified contrast ratio: C= R 0 /R0.80. The basic experimental procedure is to apply a uniform film on a suitable test substrate, to observe its opacity either visually or photometrically, and to determine its spreading rate. Since it is not possible to apply a film with precision at a predetermined dry opacity, several such applications need to be made over a range of spreading rates and their results plotted graphically. The spreading rate is then taken from the graph at the specified Contrast Ratio. Conversely, the Contrast Ratio can be determined on the same graph, at a specified Spreading Rate or Film Thickness. 8.3 Spreading Rate (or Film Thickness) Determination - In both visual and photometric hiding power methods, the procedures for observing film opacity are well defined and can be performed with dispatch. The experimental task that is most demanding on the operators time and ingenuity is to determine the spreading rate or film thickness of the applied coating with good precision. Although gages are available for measuring wet and dry film thickness directly, it is more accurate to determine the weight of dry paint film on a measured test area and then to calcu-
late the spreading rate or film thickness from one of the following equations: H(m2L)= A(cm2) N D(kg/L) 1000 (1) = 10M(g) T(m) 1000N A(cm2) N (2) = t(m) d(kg/L) 10M(g)
(R
R
R0 + W - RW WR0
H(m2/kg)=
where:H = spreading rate T = wet film thickness t = dry film thickness A = test area N = non-volatile fraction by weight D = paint density d = dry film density M = dry film weight Metric values thus calculated can be converted to U.S. common units via the following relationships: H(ft2/gal = 40.746 H(m2/L) H(ft2/lb) = 4.8824 H(m2/kg) T(m) = 25.4 T(mils) D(lb/gal) = 8.3454 D(kg/L) (3) (4) (5) (6)
Where: R0 = reflectance over black substrate W = white substrate reflectance RW = reflectance over white substrate 9.3 White Substrate Variation For hiding power control purposes, coatings are applied on a black & white substrate at a standard film thickness, reflectances RO and RW are measured, and the Contrast Ratio RO/RW calculated. With non-opaque films, variations in white substrate reflectance can affect the measured value of RW, and therefore the contrast ratio hiding power criterion. The following Kubelka-Monk equation provides a solution to this problem, thus: RW-RG= (W-G)(RW-R0) W(1-GR0)
Powder coatings are usually considered to be volatile-free, and their dry film and powder displacement densities (d and D) equal. In that case Equation 2 becomes: H(m2/kg)= A(cm2) 1000 = t(m) D(kg/L) 10M(g) (7)
Where: R0, W, RW are as stated above. G = alternate white substrate reflectance RG = reflectance over alternate white substrate
Note: G could be higher or lower than W
9.1 ASTM D 2805 Using equations derived from K-M theory, it is possible to calculate the contrast ratio of a coating at one spreading rate (or film thickness) from measurements made at another. On that basis several easy and accurate hiding power test methods have been developed, one being the widely referenced ASTM D 2805. The equations are complex, requiring computer solutions, but the experimental measurements are minimal. Consult the ASTM method for full details. 9.2 Calculations of R , Reflectivity This basic optical property of a coating is defined as the reflectance of a film thick enough to be completely opaque. Few coatings applied at normal film thickness hide completely. Kubelka-Monk theory provides equations for calculating R from measurements on non-opaque films applied uniformly on black and white hiding power charts, as follows:
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= a-(a2-1)1/2
Appendix
10. Leneta Anti-Sag Meter ASTM Method D 4400
(continued)
11. Leveling Test Procedure ASTM Method D 4062 A. (1) (2) (3) (4) Equipment The Leneta Leveling Test Blade, LTB-2 Drawdown Levelness Standards, LS-2 Leveling Test Drawdown Plate, DP-2 Drawdown Charts Form WB, for light colored paints Form 7B for dark colored paints (5) Catch-Papers, Form CP-2 (6) Pre-shear equipment, Page 36 B. Preparation of Coating (1) Stir thoroughly and adjust to 23C (73F). (2) Strain and adjust viscosity if necessary. (3) Pre-shear in accordance with one of the methods described on Page 36 and test immediately thereafter. C. Application of Coating (1) Position a Catch-Paper on the drawdown plate. (2) Place a chart on the drawdown plate against the left guide. (3) Place the test blade at the top of the chart with its long arm against the left guide and toward the operator. (4) Place 8-10 mL of pre-sheared coating in front of the blade and drawdown rapidly at a uniform rate of approximately 60 cm (2 ft) per second. (5) Allow to dry in a horizontal position at 23C (73F). D. Rating the Drawdown (1) After drying, cut out a 3 x 5 inch (75 x 125 mm) section, with striations parallel to the long edge. (2) Compare with Leneta Levelness Standards under suitable oblique light. (3) The number of the matching standard is the Leneta Drawdown Leveling Value. Rate perfect leveling as 10 and less than 1 as 0. E. Practical Significance of Numerical Values. This is based on subjective evaluations. The following table represents the collective judgement of an experienced laboratory group: Drawdown Value 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Brushout Leveling Very Poor Very Poor Poor Poor Poor-Fair Poor-Fair Fair Fair-Good Good
The fraction is estimated in accordance with the following table: Degree of Merger Complete Somewhat more than half Approximately half Somewhat less than half Fraction Unmerged 0 0.25 0.50 0.75
A. Equipment (1) The Anti-Sag Meter, Page 24 (2) Adjustable Straight Edge, Item SE-1 (3) Drawdown Plate-Regular, Item DP-1 (4) Drawdown Charts * Form 7B Black and white, for light colored paints. Form WB plain white, for dark colored paints. (5) Catch-Papers, Form CP-1 (6) Pre-shear equipment, Page 36 * With the Low Range Anti-Sag Meter, a flat glass surface is preferred. B. Preparation of Coating (1) Stir well and adjust to 23C (73.5F) (2) Pre-shear in accordance with one of the methods described on Page 36, and test immediately thereafter. C. Application of Coating (1) Attach the straight-edge to the drawdown plate in a suitable position. (2) Place a test chart on the drawdown plate under the clip. (3) Place the Anti-Sag Meter on the chart adjacent to the clip, with its open side toward the operator and its shoulder against the straightedge. (4) Position the Catch-Paper. (5) Place a suitable quantity (8 - 10 mL) of presheared paint directly in front of the blade, and drawdown uniformly at about 6 inches (150 mm) per second. (6) Promptly fasten the drawdown to a vertical surface, with stripes horizontal like rungs in a standing ladder, left edge (thinnest stripe) at the top, and allow to dry in that position. D. Rating the Drawdown (1) Note the notch numbers marked on the Anti-Sag Meter and identify the corresponding stripes accordingly. (2) Ignore the leading and trailing edges, and observe only the central 5-1/2 inches (150 mm) of blade path, corresponding to the black area of Form 7B. (3) The lowest (thickest) stripe that does not touch the one below itself is referred to as the index stripe, and its notch number is the AntiSag Index of the paint. (4) For a more precise Anti-Sag Index, add to the index stripe number the product of the postindex clearance step and the fractional degree to which it has failed to merge with the next lower stripe.
E. Practical Interpretation of Ratings This is empirical and strongly subjective. It should be emphasized that the Anti-Sag Index is not a wet film thickness; it is the clearance of the index groove expressed in mils, and as such, approximately twice the wet film thickness of the index stripe with emphasis on approximate. Neither the Anti-Sag Index nor the estimated corresponding wet film thickness is to be construed as calling for a specific thickness in practice. It is solely a numerical comparator and acquires practical significance only on the basis of experience. When a coating is perceived as having optimum sag resistance by actual application, the AntiSag Index is then measured and thereafter becomes the sag control value for that particular formulation. The correct Anti-Sag Index for one product might be quite different than for another. Latex paints, for example, would normally have much higher index values than solventborne coatings. The following qualitative judgements were based on observations of a series of trade sales type alkyd gloss enamels, and are given here as examples only. They are not to be considered as definitive. Anti-Sag Index 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Sag Resistance Very Poor Poor Poor-Fair Fair Fair-Good Good Very Good Excellent
The above indices cover the range of the Standard Anti-Sag Meter, but many coatings require lower or higher index measurements. These requirements are met with Low, Medium, and High Range instruments, making it possible to measure AntiSag Index values from 1 to 60. See Page 24 for range descriptions.
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Appendix
12. Pre-Shear Equipment Practical methods for applying coatings develop high shear rates and stresses that strongly influence the degree of sagging and leveling. Since drawdown blades for measuring these characteristics develop relatively low rates of shear, they require that coatings be Pre-Sheared to simulate practical application. This can be accomplished by rapid mechanical mixing or by forcing the liquid through a suitable hypodermic syringe and needle. In general the former is advisable with solvent type and the latter with aqueous coatings. Following is a description of specific equipment and procedures that have been found satisfactory in connection with ASTM Method D 4400 on Sag Resistance and ASTM Method D 4062 on Leveling. 1.Solvent Coatings Pre-Shear by Rapid Mixing A. Equipment: (1) Power mixer. (2) Item PS-1, Circular paddle, 48 mm diameter, (3) Item PS-2, Mixing Can, 52 mm diameter, B. Procedure: (1) Stir coating thoroughly. Strain if necessary. (2) Fill the mixing can approximately half. (3) Attach the mixing paddle to the rotary mixer. (4) Position paddle about 1/4 in (6mm) from bottom of can. (5) Mix 1 minute then promptly place about 8 mL of paint in front of the drawdown blade. 2. Aqueous Coatings Pre-Shear with Syringe and Needle A. Equipment: (1) Item PS-3, 10 mL Luer-Lok plastic syringe, (2) Item PS-5, 15 gauge Luer-Lok blunt syringe needle, 1.4 mm I.D., 38 mm long, (3) Item PS-6, Vinyl tubing, 1/8 in (3.2 mm) I.D., B. Procedure: (1) Stir coating thoroughly. Strain if necessary.
(continued)
D 3928 Evaluation of Gloss or Sheen Uniformity ASTM Volume 06.02 Product Code: R6-1224(18) D 4062 Leveling of Paints by DrawDown Method
ASTM Volume 06.02
(2)Cut a 2 in (50 mm) length of tubing and attach to syringe. (3)Press the syringe plunger firmly to expel air. Dip the end of the extension tube into the coating, pump slightly to expel remaining air, then withdraw 8 mL of coating. (4)Remove extension tubing and attach a syringe needle. (5)Eject the contents of the syringe in front of the applicator speedily, employing steady and strong pressure. The PS-8 Pre-Shear Sample Kit includes the following: 1 each 1 each 1 each 10 each 10 feet Item Item Item Item Item PS-1 PS-2 PS-3 PS-5 PS-6 Paddle Mixing Can Syringe Syringe Needle Vinyl Tubing
Product Code: WB(9), CP-2(24),LTB-2(25), DP-2(25),LS-2(25), 7B(25) D 4147 Applying Coil Coatings Using a Wire-Wound Drawdown Bar
ASTM Volume 06.02
Product Code: WC-*(31) D 4213 Scrub Resistance of Paints by Abrasion Weight Loss
ASTM Volume 06.02
Product Code: P121-10N(22), SC-1(23) D 4400 Sag Resistance of Paints Using a Multinotch Applicator
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13. Leneta Products Used in ASTM Standards (Note: Numbers in bold are Leneta Form or Part numbers. Numbers in parenthesis are the pages where that product can be found. Note: * Represents additional letters or numbers to identify two or more related products.) D 344 Relative Hiding Power of Paints by Visual Evaluation of Brushouts
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Product Code: WB(9), WM(9), ASM-*(24), 7B(24), CP-1(25), SE-1(30), DP-1(30) D 4708 Preparation of Uniform Free Films of Organic Coatings
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Product Code: 8H(6), 10H(8) D 1653 Water Vapor Transmission of Organic Coating Films
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Product Code: TG19(21), 23B(21) D 5068 Preparation of Paint Brushes for Evaluation
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Product Code: 8H(6) D 5150 Hiding Power of Architectural Paints Applied by Roller
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Subject Index
Adapter, Alu-Card, 27 Alu-Cards, 19 Anti-Sag Meter, 24 Applicators Anti-Sag, 24 Bird, 28 Dow Film Caster, 28 Leveling Test Blade, 25 Multi-Notch, Anti-Sag, 24 Leveling Test Blade, 25 Logicator, 21 Paper-Testing Ink, 17 Trade Sales, 28 Wire-Cator, 31 Wire-Wound Rod, 31 ASTM References D 1653 - Vapor Transmission, 10, 20 D 2370 - Tensile Strength, 20 D 2486 - Scrubbability, 22, 23 D 2805 - Hiding Power, 20 D 3258 - Porosity, 23 D 344 - Hiding Power, 6, 8 D 3450 - Washability, 22, 23 D 3928 - Uniformity, 18 D 4062 - Leveling, 9, 24, 25 D 4147 - Coil Coating, 31 D 4213 - Scrubbing, 22, 23 D 4400 - Sagging, 24 D 4708 - Free Films, 20 D 4828 - Washability, 22 D 4941 - Artists Paste, 4 D 4946 - Blocking, 9 D 5007 - Hiding Power, 21 D 5150 - Hiding Power, 12 D 6441 - Powder Coatings, 26 Birch Wood/Veneer Panels, 18 Bird Applicators, 28 Black & Gray Charts, 8 Black Charts, 9, 11 Blacklite Glass Panels, 20 Brushout Cards, 9 Calibration Scrub Panels, 22 Carrara Glass Panels, 20 Catch-Papers, 25, 30 Checkerboard Charts, 8 Chevron Stripe Charts, 6, 7 Diagonal Stripe Charts, 6, 7 Diamond Stripe Charts, 6, 7 Display Charts, 6 Dow Film Caster, 28 Drawdown Blades, 21, 24, 25, 28, 31 Drawdown Plates Leveling Test Plate, 25 Paint-Out Kit, 32 Regular, 30 Scrub Test, 30 Drawdown Rods, 31 Drawdown Sheets, Ink Test, 16 Duplex Applicator Charts, 9 Free Films, 20 Glass, Black, 20 Gradation Charts, 12 Gray & Black Charts, 9 Gray & White Brushout Cards, 9 Gray & White Charts, 9 Gray Scale Charts, 12 Half-Sealed White Chart, 5 Hiding Power Methods, 34 Ink Drawdown Sheets, 16 Inks, Paper Testing, 17 Interleaf Papers, 32 Leveling Test Blade, 25 Levelness Standards, 25 Logicator, 21 Magnetic Spray Stand, 27 Metal Panels, 26 Metopac Panels, 26 Monitors, Spray, 15 Multi-Notch Applicators, 21, 24, 25 Opacity Charts, 4 Opacity-Display Charts, 7 Paint-Out Starter Kit, 32 Paper-Testing Inks, 17 Penetration Charts, 5 Penopac Charts, 5 Plain Black Charts, 9 Plain White Cards, 9 Plain White Charts, 9, 10 Polyester Panels, 16, 19 Pre-Shear Equipment, 36 Printing Ink Test Sheets, 16 Red & Gray Strips, 14 Release Charts, 11 Release Paper, 20 Sag & Leveling Chart, 24 Sag Tester, 24 Scrub Media, 23 Scrub Test Panels, 22 Silicone Release Paper, 20 Spray Monitors, 15 Spray Stand, 27 Spray Strips, 14 Spreading Rate Charts, 6, 7, 8 Staining Media, 23 Straight Edge Guides, 30 Striped Charts, 6, 7, 10 Strips, spray, 14 TG19 Logicator, 21 Trade Sales Applicators, 28 Unlacquered Charts, 10 Upson Board, 18 Vacuum Plate, 29 Wall-Matte Charts, 13 Wax and Polish Test Chart, 10 White Cards, 9 White Charts, 9 Wire-Cators, 31 Wire-Rod Applicators, 31 Wood Panels, 18 Zebra Stripe Charts, 6, 7
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