ASTM D3276-07

Introducing ASTM D3276-07 – Industrial Physics

ASTM D3276-07 is a global ASTM test method that’s used by painting inspectors as a guide to check industrial coatings on metal substrates.  

It’s an ASTM testing approach that will help you as a paint inspector to carry out your duties efficiently and effectively.  It covers everything from – how to prepare a surface for painting, including the use of dewcheck meters – through to final approval for both field and shop work.  

Additional paint inspection recommended reading

You’ll find a helpful checklist in the appendices section of ASTM D3276-07. The authors also advise that you seek out the following documents for more information on this area of paint inspection.  

• Manual of coating work for light-water nuclear power plant primary containment and other safety-related facilities 
• New concepts for coating protection of steel structures  
• Terminology for paint, related coatings, materials and applications 
• Terminology relating to protective coatings and lining work for power generation facilities 
• A guide to safety in paint application 
• Steel structures painting manual (volume 1) good painting practice 
• Steel structures painting manual (volume 2) systems and specifications 
• Manufacturers’ specifications and instructions  
• Material safety data sheets. 

In some circumstances and industries the owners may require certified inspection personnel – for example for paint inspection activities carried out at nuclear facilities. 

ASTM D3276-07 testing equipment  

So, how can Industrial Physics improve your ASTM D3276 testing?  

TQC Sheen Dewcheck 4 Series 2 – dewpoint meter 

The TQC DewCheck 4 Series 2 dewpoint meter is a versatile dewcheck meter that measures and records the important climate parameters required to treat surfaces effectively. 

We also make a range of dewpoint meter accessories including the TQC Sheen Dewcheck Monitor (OEM), the TQC Sheen Dewcheck 4 Docking Station or these handy USB communication cables.  

Need ASTM D3276-07 testing solutions? Get in touch

We like to share our knowledge and we’re here to help you to answer your questions about paint inspection. Across the knowledge base of our website we publish lots of blogs on the subject.  

For starters, why not try this article we have written on whether manufacturers should switch to water based paints, or this one on the problems that Bresle patches solve? We hope that you also find our dew point calculator helpful.  

If you have any questions about ASTM D3276-07 or paint inspection in general, then please just get in touch!

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