scope:

This International Standard includes general guidelines for theworkmanlike production of metallic, metal-ceramic, oxide-ceramicand plastic coatings, by means of thermal spraying on metallic andnon-metallic parent materials. This International Standard providesrecommendations for an appropriate and practical spray set-up,faultless manufacturing, monitoring, quality assurance and fornon-destructive and destructive tests on the component andaccompanying specimen. It describes details about negative effectswhich can occur. It also gives advice on how to prevent sucheffects. Permissible coating loads and evaluation categories forquality are not the subject of this International Standard, as theyare dependent on the operating conditions. This InternationalStandard can be used for contract purposes.