ASTM D5678-95(2016)
(Test Method)Standard Test Method for Freeze/Thaw Resistance of Wax Emulsion Floor Polish
Standard Test Method for Freeze/Thaw Resistance of Wax Emulsion Floor Polish
SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
3.1 This test method is used to determine the effect of freezing on wax emulsion floor polishes. It may be used to predict the stability of a floor polish in transit or when exposed to freezing, and whether or not the polish is damaged by freezing.
SCOPE
1.1 This test method covers the determination of the stability of wax emulsion floor polishes when these are exposed to repeated cycles of freezing and thawing. Possible degradation of the emulsion is observed and possible reduction of initial gloss is measured.
1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.
1.3 This 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 and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
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Designation: D5678 − 95 (Reapproved 2016)
Standard Test Method for
Freeze/Thaw Resistance of Wax Emulsion Floor Polish
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D5678; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision.Anumber in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval.A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope 4.3 Test Flooring Substrates–Offıcial Vinyl Composition Tile
(OVCT), black, 304.8 mm (12 by 12 in.).
1.1 This test method covers the determination of the stabil-
ity of wax emulsion floor polishes when these are exposed to 4.4 60-Deg Gloss Meter.
repeated cycles of freezing and thawing. Possible degradation
4.5 Polishes, to be tested.
of the emulsion is observed and possible reduction of initial
gloss is measured.
5. Procedure
1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the
5.1 Determine the turbidity of each polish, visually or by
standard. The values given in parentheses are for information
any other suitable method.
only.
5.2 Apply one coat of each test polish on a black vinyl
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the
composition tile using pour method (E) (see Test Method
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
D1436). Allow polish to dry in a vertical position at room
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
temperature.After polish is dry, wait 1 h, then buff with a soft
priate safety and health practices and determine the applica-
cotton cloth. Determine the initial gloss in accordance with
bility of regulatory limitations prior to use.
Test Method D1455.
5.3 Place 100 mL of polish in each of three 125 mL (4 oz)
2. Referenced Documents
clear bottles. Place the filled bottles side by side, horizontally,
2.1 ASTM Standards:
in the freezer on a rack. Provide a minimum of 25 mm (1 in.)
D1436Test Methods for Application of Emulsion Floor
between the bottles and the freezer walls and keep the contact
Polishes to Substrates for Testing Purposes
area between the bottles and the rack to a minimum.
D1455Test Method for 60° Specular Gloss of Emulsion
5.4 Allow the samples to remain in the freezer for 16 h, or
Floor Polish
a minimum of 8 h after becoming solid.
3. Significance and Use
5.5 Remove all the samples of frozen polish and allow to
thaw,undisturbed,at18to24°C(65to76°F)foraperiodof24
3.1 This test method is used to determine the effect of
h.
freezing on wax emulsion floor polishes. It may be used to
predict the stability of a floor polish in transit or when exposed
5.6 Inspect all thawed samples visually. Observe and record
to freezing, and whether or not the polish is damaged by
any separation or stratification without disturbing the sample.
freezing.
5.7 Mix one bottle of the thawed polish by inverting it ten
times. Then apply one coat of polish on a black vinyl
4. Apparatus
composition tile using the same procedure as in 5.2. Allow
4.1 Freezer, adjusted to−7.8 to−6.7°C (18 to 20°F).
polish to dry in a vertical position at room temperature. After
polish is dry, wait 1 h, then buff with a soft cotton cloth.
4.2 Clear Bottles, three, 4 oz (125 mL) capacity.
Determine the gloss in accordance with Test Method D1455.
Also determine and record while applying the polish if this
1 agitatedsampleisafreeflowingliquid,orhasseparated,orhas
ThistestmethodisunderthejurisdictionofASTMCommitteeD21onPolishes
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Designation: D5678 − 95 (Reapproved 2008) D5678 − 95 (Reapproved 2016)
Standard Test Method for
Freeze/Thaw Resistance of Wax Emulsion Floor Polish
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D5678; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope
1.1 This test method covers the determination of the stability of wax emulsion floor polishes when these are exposed to repeated
cycles of freezing and thawing. Possible degradation of the emulsion is observed and possible reduction of initial gloss is
measured.
1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.
1.3 This 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 and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory
limitations prior to use.
2. Referenced Documents
2.1 ASTM Standards:
D1436 Test Methods for Application of Emulsion Floor Polishes to Substrates for Testing Purposes
D1455 Test Method for 60° Specular Gloss of Emulsion Floor Polish
3. Significance and Use
3.1 This test method is used to determine the effect of freezing on wax emulsion floor polishes. It may be used to predict the
stability of a floor polish in transit or when exposed to freezing, and whether or not the polish is damaged by freezing.
4. Apparatus
4.1 Freezer, adjusted to −7.8 to −6.7°C (18 to 20°F).
4.2 Clear Bottles, three, 4 oz (125 mL) capacity.
4.3 Test Flooring Substrates–Offıcial Vinyl Composition Tile (OVCT), black, 304.8 mm (12 by 12 in.).
4.4 60-Deg Gloss Meter.
4.5 Polishes, to be tested.
5. Procedure
5.1 Determine the turbidity of each polish, visually or by any other suitable method.
5.2 Apply one coat of each test polish on a black vinyl composition tile using pour method (E) (see Test Method D1436). Allow
polish to dry in a vertical position at room temperature. After polish is dry, wait 1 h, then buff with a soft cotton cloth. Determine
the initial gloss in accordance with Test Method D1455.
5.3 Place 100 mL of polish in each of three 125 mL (4 oz) clear bottles. Place the filled bottles side by side, horizontally, in
the freezer on a rack. Provide a minimum of 25 mm (1 in.) between the bottles and the freezer walls and keep the contact area
between the bottles and the rack to a minimum.
5.4 Allow the samples to remain in the freezer for 16 h, or a minimum of 8 h after becoming solid.
This test method is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D21 on Polishes and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee D21.03 on Chemical and Physical
Testing.
Current edition approved March 1, 2008Oct. 1, 2016. Published April 2008October 2016. Originally approved in 1995. Last previous edition approved in 20022008 as
D5678D5678 – 95 (2008). - 95(2002). DOI: 10.1520/D5678-95R08.10.1520/D5678-95R16.
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