ASTM D662-93(2019)

1.1 This test method covers the evaluation of the degree of erosion of exterior paints by comparison with photographic standards.

1.2 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.

4.1 Erosion failure of paint films can occur in use. This test method provides a mean of evaluating the degree of failure by comparing to pictorial standards.