NF EN ISO 8502-3

Preparation of steel substrates before application of paints and related products - Tests for the assessment of surface cleanliness - Part 3 : assessment of dust on steel surfaces prepared for painting (pressure-sensitive tape method)

ISO 8502-3:2017 describes a method for the assessment of dust remaining on cleaned steel surfaces prepared for painting. It provides pictorial ratings for the assessment of the average quantity of dust. It also provides descriptive classes for the assessment of the average size of the dust particles.

The method described is a qualitative test useful for a steel surface, before cleaning, corresponding to rust grade A, B or C as defined in ISO 8501‑1. It can be used as a "pass/fail" test or to provide a permanent record of the dust present on a surface.

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