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title: "ASTM D2243"
url: "https://mat-cs.com/astm-d2243"
description: "This test method covers a procedure for evaluating the effect of freeze/thaw cycling on the viscosity and visual film properties of water-borne coatings."
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ASTM Standard

# ASTM D2243

Standard Test Method for Freeze-Thaw Resistance of Water-Borne Coatings

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## Significance and Use

4.1 When water-borne coatings are shipped during cold weather, they may experience cycles of freezing and thawing. Cycles of freezing and thawing cause more damage to water-borne coatings than when the coatings are subjected to steady freezing.

## Scope

1.1 This test method covers a procedure for evaluating the effect of freeze/thaw cycling on the viscosity and visual film properties of water-borne coatings.

1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.