ASTM D5010 provides guidelines for testing printing inks and related materials. The standard covers test methods for evaluating the physical properties of printing inks, such as color, gloss, viscosity and drying time, as well as tests for abrasion resistance, adhesion and water resistance. The standard also includes recommendations for sample preparation, test equipment, and data analysis. Information obtained from testing can be used to determine the suitability of printing inks for specific applications.
ASTM D5010 provides guidance for testing printing inks and related materials, including varnishes, overprint varnishes, and other coatings. The standard covers a range of tests, including:
color measurement
Gloss measurement
frictional resistance
tape bonding
water resistance
heat resistance
Lightfastness
The standard also provides guidance on the test conditions and procedures for each test, as well as information on the equipment and materials required for the test.
