: Particles visible under 10x magnification (up to 0.05mm). Class 2 : Particles 0.05mm to 0.1mm in size. Class 3 : Particles 0.1mm to 0.2mm in size. Class 4 : Particles 0.2mm to 0.5mm in size. Class 5 : Particles larger than 0.5mm. 📋 Reporting Requirements A formal ISO 8502-3 report must include: Date and time of the test. Location and specific part/structure tested. Surface Preparation method used (e.g., blast cleaning). Quantity Rating (0–5). Size Class (0–5).
In the realm of industrial infrastructure, premature failure of coating systems often leads to significant financial loss and safety hazards. While standards such as ISO 8501 (Visual Assessment) and ISO 8502-4 (Soluble Salt Contamination) are rigorously applied, the assessment of particulate contamination (dust) is often relegated to a visual check.
