ASTM D2697
Standard Test Method for Volume Nonvolatile Matter in Clear or Pigmented Coatings
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ASTM D2697 is the standard test method for determining volume nonvolatile matter in clear or pigmented coatings. It helps users evaluate how much solid material remains after volatile components are removed, which is an important indicator for formulation review, product comparison, and quality control. By providing a common testing approach, this ASTM standard supports more consistent measurement and clearer communication between manufacturers, laboratories, and specifiers.
ASTM D2697 standard overview
The ASTM D2697 standard focuses on a practical test method for volume nonvolatile matter in coatings that may be clear or pigmented. Its technical value lies in helping users measure the nonvolatile portion of a coating in a repeatable way, supporting comparison across batches or products. This makes the standard useful when a coating’s composition, coverage characteristics, or overall consistency needs to be checked using an established ASTM method.
Where is ASTM D2697 used?
This standard is commonly used in coating laboratories, production quality control, and product development settings where clear or pigmented coatings are evaluated. It is relevant to situations that call for a defined test method for nonvolatile content by volume, especially when comparing formulations or monitoring consistency over time. ASTM D2697 may also support purchasing and specification work when coating performance needs to be documented with a recognized technical reference.
Practical importance of ASTM D2697
ASTM D2697 matters because it helps reduce ambiguity in coating evaluation. A consistent test method can improve compliance checks, support procurement decisions, and make quality control results easier to compare across suppliers or production runs. For organizations working with clear or pigmented coatings, the standard provides a reliable basis for product assessment and technical documentation. ASTM D2697 is especially useful when repeatable measurement is needed for specification review or formulation control.
- Volume nonvolatile matter measurement
- Clear and pigmented coating applications
- Laboratory and quality control use
- Formulation and batch comparison
- Consistent technical evaluation
- Publication Date: 2023-05-09
- Publisher: ASTM
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