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P19.7

Streak-Free Performance — Standardized Soiled Panel Test

Procedure 28 of 40 · Chapter 19 · §19.3.2

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Table 1

ScoreDescriptionCriteria
5PerfectNo visible streaks, droplets, haze, or film; optically clear
4ExcellentFaint streaks visible only under close inspection ( cm) at oblique angle
3GoodVisible but minor streaks at 30 cm; haze present but view not obstructed
2PoorClearly visible streaks or film at 30 cm; cloudy or greasy appearance
1UnacceptableHeavy opaque film; view significantly distorted; requires re-cleaning

Table 2

ParameterTest methodAcceptable rangeNotes
ClarityVisual, black backgroundClear, no suspended matterSettle 8 h minimum after manufacture
pHGlass electrode, 25 °C7.0 – 10.5pH > 10.5 risks skin irritation and ammonia odor
Evaporation timeP19.6 (25 °C, 50 % RH)15 – 30 s< 15 s may dry too fast; > 30 s risks residue
Streak scoreP19.7 (1–5 scale)(mean of 3 assessors)< 3.0 indicates unacceptable residue
Non-volatile residueGravimetric (P19.6)μg/cm²Higher NVR correlates with streaking