ASTM D 2616 : 2025
Current
The latest, up-to-date edition.
Standard Test Method for Evaluation of Visual Color Difference With a Gray Scale
English
01-06-2025
| Committee |
E 12
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| DocumentType |
Test Method
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| Pages |
3
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| PublisherName |
American Society for Testing and Materials
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| Status |
Current
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| Supersedes |
1.1This test method describes a painted gray scale and the procedure to be used in the visual evaluation of color differences of non-self luminous materials by comparison to this scale.
1.2This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.3This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
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