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Salt Detection is a way of testing for Surface Cleanliness. Surface contamination from salts such as chlorides, sulphates and nitrates have been shown to lead to blistering of organic coatings, particularly in immersion conditions.

It is not sufficient to measure the cleanliness of the substrate. In a multi-layer coating process, it is necessary to monitor and record the cleanliness of each layer prior to applying the next coating.

When using amine cured epoxy coatings, for example, in low ambient temperatures or in high humidity, a surface oiliness or exudate may cause inter-coating adhesion failure.

Surface cleanliness: Soluble salts & ion specific contamination (sulphates, chlorides, nitrates etc.) which are often invisible to the eye, together with amine blush (for amine cured epoxy coatings) can result in premature coating failure, resulting in high re-coating and maintenance costs. Elcometer and BAMR have a range of test equipment for assessing surface cleanliness prior to applying a coating.

The type of tests can be split into:

high up front costs and low cost per test.

The Elcometer 130 and the Soluble Salt Meter SSM are examples of these units

relatively low up front costs but cost per test is high

The Elcometer 138 and the Elcometer 134 are examples of these

Salt Detection Surface Cleanliness Elcometer 130 Salt Contamination Meter

Salt Detection Surface Cleanliness Soluble Salt Meter (SSM) Salt Contamination Meter

Salt Detection Surface Cleanliness Elcometer 134A Chloride Ion Test Kit for Abrasives

Salt Detection Surface Cleanliness Elcometer 138 Bresle Kit & Elcometer 135 Bresle Patches

Salt Detection Surface Cleanliness Elcometer 142 ISO 8502-3 Dust Tape Test kit

9 Jun 2021

Elcometer 139 Amine Blush Swab Test Kit

by Graham Duk | posted in: Surface Cleanliness / Salt Detection, Surface Preparation | 0

When using amine cured epoxy resin coatings in a multi-layer system, if the original coating cures in a low ambient temperature and/or in a high humidity environment, problems – referred to in the industry as amine blush can develop. The presence of amine blush can lead to inter-coat adhesion failures if the film is re-coated. The Elcometer 139 Amine Blush Swab Test Kit is a rapid colorimetric test designed solely for the use in the quick and immediate identification of … Read More

27 Jan 2021

Elcometer 103 Blast Nozzle Gauge

by Helena Duk | posted in: Coating Inspection, Surface Cleanliness / Salt Detection, Surface Preparation | 0

The Elcometer 103 Blast Nozzle Gauge measures the orifice size of an abrasive blasting nozzle. This gauge is used to determine the nozzle orifice wear which leads to low nozzle pressure and decreased efficiency in the performance of the nozzle’s venturi. Nozzle orifice wear results in decreased productivity and increased abrasive media consumption. To ensure your nozzle provides continuous high production, as a general rule, replace your nozzle when the orifice wears by 1 nozzle size. Elcometer 103 Blast … Read More

9 Dec 2019

Elcometer 138E Conductivity Meter – Discontinued

by Helena Duk | posted in: Discontinued Products, Products, Surface Cleanliness / Salt Detection, Surface Preparation | 0

‘ Incorporating a cup-style sensor, the Elcometer 138 Conductivity Meter can measure the conductivity of a solution from a few drops of a sample. Users can either place a sample on the meter’s sensor or immerse the meter’s sensor directly into the solution under test. The Elcometer 138E Conductivity Meter is suitable for a broad range of applications, including measuring the concentration of soluble salts, and measuring the electric conductivity (EC) of solutions. The Elcometer 138E Conductivity Meter features: Automatic … Read More

9 Dec 2019

Elcometer 138 Conductivity Meter

by Helena Duk | posted in: Products, Surface Cleanliness / Salt Detection, Surface Preparation | 0

Incorporating a flat sensor, the Elcometer 138 Conductivity Meter can measure the conductivity of a solution from a single drop of a sample. Users can either place a sample on the conductivity meter’s flat sensor or immerse the meter’s sensor directly into the solution under test. The Elcometer 138 Conductivity Meter can be used for a broad range of applications, including: soluble salt concentrations, the electric conductivity (EC) of solutions used in agricultural operations and measuring rainwater pollution levels. The … Read More

30 Apr 2019

Elcometer 139 Amine Blush Chip Screen Test Kit

by Graham Duk | posted in: Surface Cleanliness / Salt Detection, Surface Preparation | 0

The Elcometer 139 Amine Blush Chip Screen Test Kit is a rapid colorimetric test designed solely for the use in the quick and immediate identification of amine blush (carbamates) on the surface of coatings using small chips or shavings. The presence of amine blush is indicated by a visual change of colour of the test solution when compared with a control sample. The Elcometer 139 determines whether amine blush is or is not present on the coating’s surface. Elcometer 139 … Read More

5 Sep 2016

Elcometer 130 SSP Soluble Salt Profiler

by Helena Duk | posted in: Products, Surface Cleanliness / Salt Detection, Surface Preparation | 0

The Elcometer 130 SSP Soluble Salt Profiler provides fast and accurate measurement of the level and density of soluble salts – over 4 times faster than other Bresle equivalent methods. The new Elcometer 130 SSP allows you to complete a Bresle equivalent test in just over two minutes. The multi-point conductivity sensors enable the Elcometer 130 SSP to accurately display salt concentration, showing exactly where the contamination lies and generating full colour salt density maps in 2D or 3D.

8 Apr 2015

Elcometer 145 Dust Tape Roller

by Graham Duk | posted in: Coating Inspection, Products, Surface Cleanliness / Salt Detection, Surface Preparation | 0

The Elcometer 145 is used in conjunction with the Elcometer 142 Dust Tape Test kit, to assess the quantity and size of dust particles on surfaces prepared for painting. The Dust Tape Roller presses the Elcometer 142 Dust Tape to the surface using a controlled constant force as required by BS EN ISO 8502-3 (BS 7079-B3:1993). It removes the subjective nature of a person trying to apply an even force to the tape and will result in a more objective result … Read More

8 Apr 2015

Elcometer 142 ISO 8502-3 Dust Tape Test kit

by Graham Duk | posted in: Coating Inspection, Products, Surface Cleanliness / Salt Detection, Surface Preparation | 0

The Elcometer 142 Dust Tape Test Kit allows assessment of the quantity and size of dust particles on surfaces prepared for painting. Dust on blast cleaned surfaces can reduce coating adhesion, leading to premature coating failure and sub-standard coating finish. The kit can be used in accordance with the recommendations of BS EN ISO 8502-3 either as a pass/fail test or as a permanent record of the presence of dust. Supplied in a carry case for use in the field … Read More

8 Apr 2015

Elcometer 138/2 Surface Contamination Kit

by Graham Duk | posted in: Coating Inspection, Products, Surface Cleanliness / Salt Detection, Surface Preparation | 0

The Elcometer 138/2 Surface Contamination Kit, provides a quick and easy method of measuring surface contaminants. It comes supplied with test strips to measure: pH Iron (ferrous ion) Chloride Salt Measuring the level of contaminants on a surface prior to application of the coating is essential to ensure the quality of the coating, and that its optimum lifetime is achieved. If the coating is applied to a contaminated surface, which is not properly prepared, it could fail prematurely resulting in costly re-coating and … Read More

8 Apr 2015

Elcometer 138 Bresle Kits & Elcometer 135 Bresle Patches

by Graham Duk | posted in: Products, Surface Cleanliness / Salt Detection, Surface Preparation | 0

It is essential that the level of contaminants on a surface is measured prior to application of the coating to ensure the quality of the coating and that its optimum lifetime is achieved. If the coating is applied to a contaminated surface, which is not properly prepared, it could fail prematurely resulting in costly re-coating and high maintenance costs. The Elcometer 138 Bresle Kit includes the Elcometer 138 Conductivity Meter. This lightweight, portable conductivity meter accurately measures the salinity of … Read More