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D5063-90 – Standard Test Method Technical Guide
🧾 Purpose and Scope of the Certification Form
ASTM D5063-90 (Reapproved 2012) establishes a standardized guide for the Certification of Coating Conformance Form. As stated in Section 1.1, this form provides critical procurement information concerning products being furnished in accordance with a specific coating specification and any additional requirements contained in the purchase order.
The primary utility of the completed form is outlined in Section 1.2: it can be utilized to help evaluate the acceptability of the paint being furnished. By systematically documenting product details, buyer requirements, and seller certifications, it ensures a transparent chain of quality assurance from manufacturer to purchaser.
💡 Core Requirement: Section 3.1 mandates the use of “only known and industry accepted descriptions” throughout the form. All terminology must align with the standard definitions provided in ASTM D16 (Terminology for Paint, Related Coatings, Materials, and Applications).
📝 Form Structure and Completion Instructions
The form is divided into four distinct sections, each with specific data responsibilities assigned to either the buyer or the seller. Section 3.2 explicitly states that applicable information in Section II should be provided by the buyer, while applicable information in Section III should be provided by the seller.
| 🟦 Section | 📏 Required Information | 🎯 Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
| I. General Type & Description | Generic Type, Manufacturer’s Designation, Specification Number, Formula Number, Number of Components, Component Identification, Color | Manufacturer / Formulator |
| II. Buyer Information | Name and Address, Purchase Order Number, Release Number (if applicable), Part Number (if applicable), Item Number (if applicable), Stock Number (if applicable) | Buyer / Purchaser |
| III. Seller Information | Name and Address, Seller’s Representative (include Telephone Number), Batch Number, Lot No., Date of Manufacture, Date of Expiration of Certification | Seller / Supplier |
| IV. Certification | Statement of Conformance to Specification and Purchase Order, Name and Title, Signature, Date | Seller / Authorized Representative |
⚡ Critical Note for Two-Component Coatings: Per Section 3.3 of the standard, separate forms should be provided for each component, if appropriate. Ensure the “Number of Components” and “Component Identification” fields in Section I are accurately completed for every form submitted.
🔑 Key References and Compliance Requirements
The certification statement in Section IV provides the legal and quality assurance backbone of the document. It explicitly certifies that “the above material being furnished has been manufactured in accordance with the specification and meets all specification requirements contained in the above purchase order.”
| 📐 Clause | ⚡ Instruction |
|---|---|
| 3.1 | Use industry accepted descriptions; reference Terminology D16. |
| 3.2 | Buyer fills Section II; Seller fills Section III. |
| 3.3 | Separate forms for each component of multi-component coatings. |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
🔍 What is the current designation status of this standard?
The standard carries the designation D5063-90 (Reapproved 2012). It was originally approved in 1990 and last reapproved in 2012 under the jurisdiction of ASTM Subcommittee D01.45 on Marine Coatings.
💡 Can this form be used for any type of coating specification?
Yes. The guide is designed to support any specific coating specification. The applicable specification number is recorded in Section I, and the purchase order containing additional requirements is identified in Section II of the form.
⚡ Is it mandatory to complete all fields on the form?
The standard refers to “applicable information” for Sections II and III. Certain buyer-side fields (e.g., Release Number, Part Number) are expressly marked as “if applicable” on the form in Figure 1. Sellers, however, must provide all relevant product identification details.
📌 What specific terminology is required for the generic type field?
Section 3.1 requires the use of standard definitions. The primary reference document is ASTM D16, which covers terminology for paint, varnish, lacquer, and related materials. Using these established terms ensures uniform understanding across all parties.