Test Methods
Whitford performs more than 100 different tests to determine characteristics that include film thickness, completeness of film cure, gloss, opacity, hardness, adhesion, flexibility, impact, drawability, abrasion, mar resistance, coefficient of friction, resistance to chemicals, etc. Our test procedures are designed to examine different dimensions of coating performance, since each facet of a given product that can be examined offers another opportunity to improve the product. Below is a brief glimpse of some of our more common test methods used to test our products in the field.
| # 101A |
Viscosity Measurement by Orifice Dip (Zahn) Type Cup |
| # 111L |
Dip Spin Application for 5000 Series Products |
| # 112A |
Measurement of Cure Temperature with a Thermocouple |
| # 114A |
Measurement of Dry-Film Thickness using an Electronic Gauge |
| # 114B |
Film Thickness Measurement with a Micrometer |
| # 115A |
Evaluation of Completeness of Cure by Solvent Rub Test |
| # 115B |
Cure Test for Xylan 1000 Series Coatings |
| # 132C |
Adhesion by Crosshatch and Tape Pull |
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