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ISO 15184

Paints and varnishes — Determination of film hardness by pencil test

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Organization: ISO
Publication Date: 1 January 2020
Status: active
Page Count: 12
ICS Code (Paints and varnishes): 87.040
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This document specifies a method for determining the film hardness by pushing pencils of known hardness over the film.

The test can be performed on a single coating of a paint, varnish or related product, or on the upper layer of a multi-coat system.

This rapid test has not been found to be useful in comparing the pencil hardness of different coatings. It is more useful in providing relative ratings for a series of coated panels exhibiting significant differences in pencil hardness.

The method is applicable only to smooth surfaces.

Document History

ISO 15184
January 1, 2020
Paints and varnishes — Determination of film hardness by pencil test
This document specifies a method for determining the film hardness by pushing pencils of known hardness over the film. The test can be performed on a single coating of a paint, varnish or related...
October 15, 2012
Paints and varnishes - Determination of film hardness by pencil test
This International Standard specifies a method for determining the film hardness by pushing pencils of known hardness over the film. The test can be performed on a single coating of a paint, varnish...
November 1, 1998
Paints and Varnishes - Determination of Film Hardness by Pencil Test
This International Standard is one of a series of standards dealing with the sampling and testing of paints, varnishes and related products. It specifies a method for determining the film hardness...

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