1.1This guide is intended to aid in the selection of the proper ASTM test method for determining the volatile and nonvolatile content of pigments.
Note 1:Test methods for determining the composition of the volatile fraction are not covered by this guide.
1.2The standards included are as follows:
|
Standard |
Section |
ASTM Designation |
|
Inert or low hiding pigments |
4.1 |
D280 |
|
White pigments |
4.2 |
D280 |
|
Black pigments |
4.3 |
D280 |
|
D1509 |
||
|
Aluminum and zinc pigments |
4.4 |
D280 |
|
D480 |
||
|
Blue pigments |
4.5 |
D280 |
|
D1135 |
||
|
Green pigments |
4.6 |
D280 |
|
Yellow, orange, brown pigments |
4.7 |
D280 |
|
D3724 |
||
|
Red pigments |
4.8 |
D280 |
|
Miscellaneous |
4.9 |
1.3The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.











