BS en 13523-21-2010

BRITISH STANDARD BS EN
13523-21:2010
Coil coated metals —

Test methods
Part 21: Evaluation of outdoor exposed
panels
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ICS 25.220.60
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EUROPEAN STANDARD EN 13523-21

NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM March 2010
ICS 25.220.60 Supersedes EN 13523-21:2003
English Version
Coil coated metals - Test methods - Part 21: Evaluation of

outdoor exposed panels
Tôles prélaquées - Méthodes d'essai - Partie 21 : Bandbeschichtete Metalle - Prüfverfahren - Teil 21:
Évaluation des panneaux exposés en extérieur Bewertung von freibewitterten Probenplatten
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EN 13523-21:2010 (E)
Contents Page
Foreword ...................................................................................................................................................................... 3
1 Scope .............................................................................................................................................................. 5
2 Normative references .................................................................................................................................... 5
3 Terms and definitions ................................................................................................................................... 5
4 Principle .......................................................................................................................................................... 5
5 Apparatus and materials ............................................................................................................................... 6
6 Sampling ......................................................................................................................................................... 6
7 Test panels ...................................................................................................................................................... 6
8 Procedure ........................................................................................................................................................ 6
8.1 General ............................................................................................................................................................ 6
8.2 Preparation ..................................................................................................................................................... 6
8.3 Evaluation ....................................................................................................................................................... 7
9 Expression of results .................................................................................................................................... 9
10 Precision ......................................................................................................................................................... 9
11 Test report ....................................................................................................................................................... 9
Bibliography .............................................................................................................................................................. 15
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Foreword
This document (EN 13523-21:2010) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 139 “Paints and
varnishes”, the secretariat of which is held by DIN.
This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an identical text or
by endorsement, at the latest by September 2010, and conflicting national standards shall be withdrawn at the
latest by September 2010.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of patent rights.
CEN [and/or CENELEC] shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
This document supersedes EN 13523-21:2003.
The main changes are:
a) the text has been revised editorially and the normative references have been updated.
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EN 13523, Coil coated metals — Test methods, consists of the following parts:
 Part 0: General introduction and list of test methods
 Part 1: Film thickness
 Part 2: Specular gloss
 Part 3: Colour difference — Instrumental comparison
 Part 4: Pencil hardness
 Part 5: Resistance to rapid deformation (impact test)
 Part 6: Adhesion after indentation (cupping test)
 Part 7: Resistance to cracking on bending (T-bend test)
 Part 8: Resistance to salt spray (fog)
 Part 9: Resistance to water immersion
 Part 10: Resistance to fluorescent UV radiation and water condensation
 Part 11: Resistance to solvents (rubbing test)
 Part 12: Resistance to scratching
 Part 13: Resistance to accelerated ageing by the use of heat
 Part 14: Chalking (Helmen method)
 Part 15: Metamerism
 Part 16: Resistance to abrasion
 Part 17: Adhesion of strippable films

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 Part 18: Resistance to staining
 Part 19: Panel design and method of atmospheric exposure testing
 Part 20: Foam adhesion
 Part 21: Evaluation of outdoor exposed panels
 Part 22: Colour difference — Visual comparison
 Part 23: Colour stability in humid atmospheres containing sulfur dioxide
 Part 24: Resistance to blocking and pressure marking
 Part 25: Resistance to humidity
 Part 26: Resistance to condensation of water
 Part 27: Resistance to humid poultice (Cataplasm test)
 Part 29: Resistance to environmental soiling (Dirt pick-up and striping)
According to the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations of the following
countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech
Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania,
Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden,
Switzerland and the United Kingdom.
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1 Scope
This European Standard specifies the procedure for evaluating the behaviour of an organic coating on a metallic
substrate during and after outdoor exposure. Panel design, preparation and the procedure for outdoor exposure are
performed in accordance with EN 13523-19.
After washing of the panel some dirt can remain on the panel. This remaining dirt can influence the accuracy and
precision of readings of gloss and colour, performed on exposed panels, although carried out in accordance with the
standards. Unlike other precise measurements, the objective of this European Standard is to report on trends in the
corrosion and/or paint degradation behaviour of coil coated panels.
2 Normative references
The following referenced documents are indispensable for the application of this document. For dated references,
only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any
amendments) applies.
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EN 13523-0:2001, Coil coated metals — Test methods — Part 0: General introduction and list of test methods
EN 13523-2, Coil coated metals — Test methods — Part 2: Specular gloss
EN 13523-3, Coil coated metals — Test methods — Part 3: Colour difference — Instrumental comparison
EN 13523-14, Coil coated metals — Test methods — Part 14: Chalking (Helmen method)
EN 13523-19, Coil coated metals — Test methods — Part 19: Panel design and method for atmospheric exposure
testing
EN ISO 4628-2, Paints and varnishes — Evaluation of degradation of coatings — Designation of quantity and size
of defects, and of intensity of uniform changes in appearance — Part 2: Assessment of degree of blistering
(ISO 4628-2:2003)
of defects, and of intensity of uniform changes in appearance — Part 3: Assessment of degree of rusting
(ISO 4628-3:2003)
of defects, and of intensity of uniform changes in appearance — Part 4: Assessment of degree of cracking
(ISO 4628-4:2003)
of defects, and of intensity of uniform changes in appearance — Part 5: Assessment of degree of flaking
(ISO 4628-5:2003)
3 Terms and definitions

For the purposes of this document, the terms and definitions given in EN 13523-0:2001 apply.
4 Principle
The behaviour of the test panels exposed in accordance with EN 13523-19 is evaluated. Any degradation in the
relevant area is reported, using the relevant parts of EN 13523 and appropriate EN ISO Standards.
In cases where the inspection area is limited (e.g. at screws and bends), the evaluation method described in the
EN ISO 4628 standard series is replaced by an easier and more suitable measurement of the degradation in
millimetres.
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Where possible, the results of symmetrical areas, e.g. left and right edges, are combined and the average value is
reported.
The inspection of the 45° panel (panel 1) will focus on paint degradation, whereas the 90° panel (panel 2) and the 5°
panel (panel 3) are mainly evaluated for corrosion.
NOTE 1 Panel designations (1, 2, 3) are as defined in EN 13523-19.
NOTE 2 Due to restrictions in the available flat area, the number of recommended readings might vary from other parts of
EN 13523 and relevant EN ISO Standards.
NOTE 3 It is strongly recommended to take a photograph of each exposed panel at each inspection.
5 Apparatus and materials
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5.1 Gloss meter, in accordance with EN 13523-2.
5.2 Apparatus for colour measurement, in accordance with EN 13523-3.
5.3 Apparatus for measurement of chalking, in accordance with EN 13523-14.
5.4 Washing solution, containing 0,5 % (by mass) of a mild non-reactive detergent (pH 6 to 7) in water.
5.5 Cloth or sponge, non-abrasive and smooth.
6 Sampling
See EN 13523-0.
7 Test panels
See EN 13523-0.
8 Procedure
8.1 General
Evaluate the coating properties at ambient temperature.
The panels should be inspected not less than every six months in the first year and yearly afterwards. Colour
measurements on metallics as well as gloss and colour measurements on textured and embossed surfaces are only
indicative.
8.2 Preparation
8.2.1 Ensure that results of the measurements of gloss in accordance with EN 13523-2 and colour in accordance
with EN 13523-3 are available before exposure of the test panels.
When using reference panels, these panels shall be kept in an envelope and not exposed to any light source.
8.2.2 Some measurements require a washed area prior to inspection. Washing shall be performed as follows:
Wash the upper 1/3 part of the 45° panel with washing solution (5.4) at ambient temperature (see Note). Use the cloth
or sponge (5.5) to gently clean the surface. Rinse with water at ambient temperature and air dry at ambient
temperature.
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NOTE Washing should be carried out in such a way that the other 2/3 of the panel is not affected.
8.3 Evaluation
8.3.1 General
The following procedure specifies the sets of different readings that are taken. For each panel the procedure is
accompanied by a table summarising the different measurements and the relevant standard test methods.
8.3.2 Panel 1 (45° panel)
A summary of the different measurements and evaluations on panel 1 is given in Table 1.
For gloss and colour change, measurements shall be performed on the washed area of the panel. Chalking and the
evaluation of the overall surface shall be performed on the unwashed area of the panel. Cracking on the bend shall be
evaluated on both the washed and unwashed area of the panel.
Inspect the panels as indicated in a) to e) below.
a) Change in gloss
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Measure the gloss in accordance with EN 13523-2. Perform the reading parallel with the bend and report the
average value of not less than three measurements. Use the same measurement angle as has been used for
the initial measurement prior to exposure and report this angle. Report both initial gloss and gloss after
exposure from which the change in gloss and the gloss retention can be calculated.
b) Colour change
Carry out the measurement in accordance with EN 13523-3. The colour change is the difference between the
initial L*, a*, b* values and the L*, a*, b* values after exposure. Report initial and inspection measurements L*,
a*, b* and changes ∆L*, ∆a*, ∆b* and ∆E.
c) Chalking
Perform the measurement and report the results in accordance with EN 13523-14.
d) Cracking on the bend
Inspect the bend visually for cracking. Report the presence of cracks as the distance, in millimetres, from the
1T side to the last sign of cracking.
e) Overall surface evaluation
The overall surface is defined as the flat surface of panel 1 excluding edges and bends.
Inspect the overall surface of the panel for blisters in accordance with EN ISO 4628-2, for cracking in accordance
with EN ISO 4628-4, for flaking in accordance with EN ISO 4628-5 and for corrosion in accordance with
EN ISO 4628-3.
Report all other observations, e.g. dirt, mildew, etc., as remarks.
NOTE The inspection is limited to the evaluation of corrosion. Evaluation of the degree of paint degradation can be
performed but this panel orientation is not recommended for it. The 45° panel (panel 1) is more appropriate.
The inspection shall be performed on unwashed panels. Any deviations from the specified inspection shall be reported.
Inspect the panels as indicated in a) to g) below.

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a) Edges
Describe the type of degradation, e.g. filiform corrosion, delamination, blistering, rusting (white or red rust).
Measure the size of the degradation, e.g. average and maximum length in millimetres, percentage of edge
affected, or number of individual degradations.
Average results on left and right edges and report as side edge results. Report both top and bottom edges
separately as well as results on the overlap area.
b) Overall surface evaluation
The overall surface is defined as the flat surface of panel 2 excluding edges, bend, scribes and areas around
screws or rivets.
Inspect the overall surface of the panel for blisters in accordance with EN ISO 4628-2, for cracking in
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accordance with EN ISO 4628-4, for flaking in accordance with EN ISO 4628-5 and for corrosion in
accordance with EN ISO 4628-3.
c) Bends
Inspect the bends visually for cracks. Report the presence of cracks as the distance in millimetres from the 1T
side to the last sign of cracking. Average the results of the two bends. Also inspect for blisters in accordance
with EN ISO 4628-2, for corrosion in accordance with EN ISO 4628-3 and for flaking in accordance with
EN ISO 4628-5.
Report any defects occurring only on the flat sides of the bends under other observations.
d) Areas around the screws
Report the type of degradation, together with its size as the length, in millimetres, in a radial direction.
e) Areas around rivets
See d) above.
f) Scribe
For the horizontal and vertical scribes, report the average and maximum values of delamination in millimetres
perpendicular from the scribes, as the average of the two scribes. If required, report the affected area of the
scribes as a percentage. Also report the presence of blisters, filiform corrosion and/or rust.
g) Reverse side
If required, report relevant degradation.
Report all other observations as remarks.
NOTE For this panel, the recommended inspection is limited to the evaluation of corrosion. However, evaluation of the
degree of paint degradation may also be carried out.
The inspection shall be performed on unwashed panels. Any deviations from the specified inspection shall be reported.
Inspect the panels as indicated in a) to g) below.
a) Edges
Describe the type of degradation, e.g. filiform corrosion, delamination, blistering, rusting (white or red rust).
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Measure the size of the degradation, e.g. average and maximum length in millimetres, percentage of edge
affected, or number of individual degradations.
Average results on left and right edges and report as side edge results. Report both top and bottom edges
separately as well as results on the overlap area.
b) Overall surface evaluation
The overall surface is defined as the flat surface of panel 3 excluding edges, bend, scribes and area around
screws or rivets.
Inspect the overall surface of the panel for blisters.
c) Bend
Inspect the bend of the upper panel visually for cracks. Report the presence of cracks as the distance in
millimetres from the 1T side to the last sign of cracking. Also inspect for blisters in accordance with
EN ISO 4628-2, for corrosion in accordance with EN ISO 4628-3 and for flaking in accordance with
EN ISO 4628-5.
Report any defects occurring only on the flat sides of the bends under other observations.
d) Lower exposed surface in the immediate vicinity of the overlap
See b) above.
e) Areas around screws
Report the type of degradation around screws, together with its size as the length in millimetres in a radial
direction.
f) Area around rivets
See e) above.
g) Reverse side
If required, report relevant degradation.
Report all other observations as remarks.
9 Expression of results
Express the results as indicated in 8.3. Possible formats are given in Tables 1, 2 and 3 respectively.
10 Precision
The concept of precision is not applicable to this part of EN 13523.
11 Test report
The test report for panels exposed shall contain all data given in Tables 1, 2 and 3 respectively. Also indicate any
deviation from the test method specified.
If initial measurements are made on coated reference panels and not on the test panels before exposure this shall
be reported.
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Table 1 — Typical table of results – Panel 1 (45° panel) – Summary of measurements and evaluations in accordance with EN 13523-21
Property/area inspected Measured values/Results of inspection Other observations
Gloss Initial gloss Gloss after exposure Change in gloss Gloss retention e.g. dirt, mildew, etc.
EN 13523-2 Units Units Units %
20°
Angle 60°
85°
Colour Initial colour Colour after exposure Colour change Colour difference
EN 13523-3 L* a* b* L* a* b* ∆L* ∆a* ∆b* ∆E
Chalking
EN 13523-14
Cracking on bend Length in millimetres (mm) from 1T
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Overall surface Cracking Flaking Blistering Rusting

EN ISO 4628-4 EN ISO 4628-5 EN ISO 4628-2 EN ISO 4628-3
Size Quantity Size Quantity Size Quantity Size Quantity
(density) (density) (density) (density)
Panel identification No. Start of exposure Date of inspection Accumulative time of Exposure site Signature(s)
exposure
Description: Periods removed from exposure Dates of previous inspections
Substrate Coating type Colour Others (e.g. surface

treatment)
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Property/area Measured values/Results of inspection Other observations
inspected
Edges Filiform corrosion Delamination Blistering Rusting e.g. dirt, mildew, etc.
Size
avera- maxi- Per- mm Percentage Size Number Per- Colour Percen- Num-
ge mum cen- affected cen- of the tage ber of
tage tage rusting affected spots
affec- affec- (white
ted ted or red
rust)
side
top
bottom
overlap
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Overall surface Cracking Flaking Blistering Rusting

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EN ISO 4628-4 EN ISO 4628-5 EN ISO 4628-2 EN ISO 4628-3

Size Quantity Size Quantity Size Quantity Size Quantity
Bends Cracking Flaking Blistering Rusting

length in millimetres (mm) EN ISO 4628-5 EN ISO 4628-2 EN ISO 4628-3
from 1T
Size Quantity Size Quantity Size Quantity
Areas around Type of degradation: Size (mm):

screws
rivets
Scribe Delamination (mm) Area affected (%): Blisters Rust: Filiform corrosion:
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Table 2 (continued)
inspected
Reverse side Degradation:
Panel Start of exposure Date of inspection Accumulative time of Exposure site Signature(s)
identification No. exposure

treatment)
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inspected
Edges Filiform corrosion Delamination Blistering Rusting e.g. dirt, mildew, etc.
Size
avera- maxi- Per- mm Percentage Size Number Per- Colour Percen- Num-
ge mum cen- affected cen- of the tage ber of
tage tage rusting affected spots
affec- affec- (white or
ted ted red rust)
side
top
bottom
overlap
Overall surface Blistering
EN ISO 4628-2
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Size Quantity
Bend Cracking Flaking Blistering Rusting

length in millimetres (mm) EN ISO 4628-5 EN ISO 4628-2 EN ISO 4628-3
from 1T
Size Quantity Size Quantity Size Quantity
Lower exposed Blistering

surface EN ISO 4628-2
Size Quantity

screws
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Table 3 (continued)
inspected
Area around rivets Type of degradation: Size (mm):
Reverse side Degradation:
Panel Start of exposure Date of inspection Accumulated time of Exposure site Signature(s)
identification No. exposure

treatment)
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Bibliography
[1] EN 1396, Aluminium and aluminium alloys — Coil coated sheet and strip for general applications —
Specifications
[2] EN ISO 4628-1, Paints and varnishes — Evaluation of degradation of coatings — Designation of quantity
and size of defects, and of intensity of uniform changes in appearance — Part 1: General introduction and
designation system (ISO 4628-1:2003)
and size of defects, and of intensity of uniform changes in appearance — Part 6: Assessment of degree of
chalking by tape method (ISO 4628-6:2007)
chalking by velvet method (ISO 4628-7:2003)
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delamination and corrosion around a scribe (ISO 4628-8:2005)
filiform corrosion (ISO 4628-10:2003)
[7] EN 10169-1, Continuously organic coated (coil coated) steel flat products — Part 1: General information
(definitions, materials, tolerances, test methods)
[8] EN 10169-2, Continuously organic coated (coil coated) steel flat products — Part 2: Products for building
exterior applications
[9] EN 10169-3, Continuously organic coated (coil coated) steel flat products — Part 3: Products for building
interior applications

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ICS 25.220.60 Supersedes EN 13523-21:2003

Coil coated metals - Test methods - Part 21: Evaluation of

This European Standard was approved by CEN on 20 February 2010.

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This document supersedes EN 13523-21:2003.

The main changes are:

 Part 0: General introduction and list of test methods

 Part 1: Film thickness

 Part 2: Specular gloss

 Part 3: Colour difference — Instrumental comparison

 Part 4: Pencil hardness

 Part 5: Resistance to rapid deformation (impact test)

 Part 6: Adhesion after indentation (cupping test)

 Part 7: Resistance to cracking on bending (T-bend test)

 Part 8: Resistance to salt spray (fog)

 Part 9: Resistance to water immersion

 Part 10: Resistance to fluorescent UV radiation and water condensation

 Part 11: Resistance to solvents (rubbing test)

 Part 12: Resistance to scratching

 Part 13: Resistance to accelerated ageing by the use of heat

 Part 14: Chalking (Helmen method)

 Part 15: Metamerism

 Part 16: Resistance to abrasion

 Part 17: Adhesion of strippable films

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 Part 18: Resistance to staining

 Part 19: Panel design and method of atmospheric exposure testing

 Part 20: Foam adhesion

 Part 21: Evaluation of outdoor exposed panels

 Part 22: Colour difference — Visual comparison

 Part 23: Colour stability in humid atmospheres containing sulfur dioxide

 Part 24: Resistance to blocking and pressure marking

 Part 25: Resistance to humidity

 Part 26: Resistance to condensation of water

 Part 27: Resistance to humid poultice (Cataplasm test)

 Part 29: Resistance to environmental soiling (Dirt pick-up and striping)

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EN 13523-2, Coil coated metals — Test methods — Part 2: Specular gloss

3 Terms and definitions

NOTE 1 Panel designations (1, 2, 3) are as defined in EN 13523-19.

5 Apparatus and materials

5.2 Apparatus for colour measurement, in accordance with EN 13523-3.

5.3 Apparatus for measurement of chalking, in accordance with EN 13523-14.

5.5 Cloth or sponge, non-abrasive and smooth.

Evaluate the coating properties at ambient temperature.

8.3.2 Panel 1 (45° panel)

A summary of the different measurements and evaluations on panel 1 is given in Table 1.

Inspect the panels as indicated in a) to e) below.

d) Cracking on the bend

e) Overall surface evaluation

Report all other observations, e.g. dirt, mildew, etc., as remarks.

8.3.3 Panel 2 (90° panel)