ZCC2087 - Manual
24. August 2021
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7 Evaluation
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Cross-cut classification
When a cross-cut test is performed the results are visually evaluated after the cross-cut
pattern has been applied, cleaned and a tape has been attached and removed.
The evaluation criteria are depending on the test method (X-cut or lattice) and the standard
chosen:
Classification of the test results of
Method A (X-cut)
ASTM D3359
DIN EN ISO 16276-2
5A
No peeling or removal
0
No peeling or removal of coating
4A
Trace peeling or removal along incisions on
their intersections
1
Trace peeling or removal along cuts on their
intersections
3A
Jagged removal along incisions up to 1.6mm
(1/16") on either side
2
Jagged removal along cuts, extending up to
1.5mm (0.06") on either side
2A
Jagged removal along most of incisions up to
3.2mm (1/8") on either side
3
Jagged removal along most of the length of the
cuts up to 3mm (0.12") out on either side
1A
Removal from most of the area of the X under
the tape
4
Removal from most of the area of the X under the
tape
0A
Removal beyond the area of the X
5
removal of coating beyond the area o
