Meaning and Purpose
5.1 The test method can be used to determine the packaging and application viscosity of many paints and other coatings and the dilution of these materials, but is limited to Newtonian or near-Newtonian liquids.

5.2 There are other types of equipment used to measure viscosity in the laboratory that can produce more accurate results.

Scope of
1.1 The test method consists of the determination of the viscosity of Newton or near-Newton paints, varnishes, varnishes and related liquid materials using a Ford-type external discharge viscosity cup. If the material is non-Newtonian, that is, shear thinning or thixotropic, test method D2196 should be used.

Test Method for Viscosity Determination with Ford Viscosity Cup

1.2 Values expressed in SI units shall be regarded as standards. The values given in parentheses are for reference only.

1.3 This standard is not intended to address all safety issues, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health and environmental practices and to determine the applicability of regulatory restrictions prior to use.

1.4 This international Standard has been developed in accordance with the internationally recognized standardization principles established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guidelines and Recommendations issued by the Committee on Technical Barriers to Trade of the World Trade Organization.