ASTM D333

Introducing ASTM D333 – Industrial Physics  

ASTM D333 is an international ASTM test method for clear and pigmented lacquer testing. 

The American Society for Testing Materials (ASTM) is one of the most influential standard bodies in existence. Established in 1898, ASTM international exists to develop standardized test methods, specifications, practices, guides, classification, and terminology across a range of subject areas. 

The ASTM D333 test methods are intended to compile as well as provide screening tests in evaluating clear and pigmented lacquers as used in different coating operations. Each coating system may contain from a simple one coat operation to a multicoat finishing system. 

The substrates may be varied, ferrous and non-ferrous, plastic or wood which can affect the performance of a given coating system. Substrate cleaning, chemically or physically, is an essential and critical aspect to the performance of the coating system. 

Results from the various tests are not necessarily all useful in evaluating the performance of the different types of coating systems used on the many varied substrates. 

Our ASTM D333 lacquer testing equipment 

So, how can Industrial Physics improve your ASTM D333 lacquer testing?  

Across the Industrial Physics portfolio of products, we have a wide range of lacquer testing devices and accessories. Some of the options include: 

TQC Sheen Bird Applicators
TQC Sheen’s wide range of Bird applicators are available as one-sided or four-sided, designed to be used for film application and drawdowns. We can also make custom-sized bird applicators. 

TQC Sheen Baker Applicators
TQC Sheen’s wide range of Baker applicators are designed to be used for film application and drawdowns.  We can also make custom-sized Baker applicators. 

Pouring out our lacquer testing know-how! 

We like to share our knowledge and experience with our customers. Across the knowledgebase section of this website you’ll find all sorts of blogs and articles on lacquer testing related subjects.  

For example, there’s our advice on how to use a wet film thickness gauge. Then you could try this one on goniometers and their uses in surface tension measurement. 

Need ASTM testing solutions? Get in touch  

If you have any questions about ASTM D333 or lacquer testing in general, then please just get in touch!

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