This standard specifies the test device, sample preparation, test procedure and performance evaluation for the method for testing antifouling panels in shallow submergence.
It is applicable to the evaluation on performance of antifouling paints in shallow submergence for ships and offshore engineering structure.
2 Normative references
The following normative documents contain provisions which, through reference in this text, constitute provisions of this standard. For dated references, subsequent amendments (excluding corrections), or revisions, of any of these publications do not apply to this standard. However parties to agreements based on this standard are encouraged to investigate the possibility of applying the most recent editions of the normative documents indicated below. For undated references, the latest edition applies.
GB/T 8923 Rust grades and preparation grades of steel surfaces before application of paints and related products (GB/T 8923-1988, eqv ISO 8501-1:1988)
3 Terms and definitions
3.1
antifouling panels in shallow submergence
a test method of evaluating the performance of antifouling paints by immersing the panel coated with antifouling paint in shallow submergence, and then observing the attached type, amount and production degree of marine fouling organism on the panel regularly for comparison with the blank panel
3.2
fouling resistance
ability to prevent marine fouling organisms from attachment and reproduction
