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SSPC-SP10 Near-White Blast Cleaning: Learn about the standard set by the Society for Protective Coatings (SSPC) for near-white blast cleaning of steel surfaces. Understand the requirements, procedures, and importance of surface preparation before applying protective coatings.

SSPC-SP10 Near-White Blast Cleaning

SSPC-SP10 is a standard set by the Society for Protective Coatings (SSPC) for near-white blast cleaning. Blast cleaning is a method used to prepare surfaces for the application of protective coatings by removing contaminants, old coatings, and other surface imperfections. SSPC-SP10 specifically addresses the level of cleanliness achieved through this process.

If you would like more information, please visit these sources:

• SSPC-SP1 Solvent Cleaning
• SSPC-SP2 Hand Tool Cleaning
• SSPC-SP3 Power Tool Cleaning
• SSPC-SP5 White Metal Blast Cleaning
• SSPC-SP6 Commercial Blast Cleaning
• SSPC-SP10 Near-White Blast Cleaning
• SSPC-SP12/NACE No. 5 Surface Preparation and Cleaning of Steel

Key points about SSPC-SP10:

• Near-white blast cleaning involves removing nearly all visible contaminants from the surface being cleaned.
• The standard requires the removal of at least 95% of all visible surface contaminants, such as rust, mill scale, old paint, and other foreign matter.
• Achieving this level of cleanliness is typically done through abrasive blasting techniques, such as sandblasting.
• SSPC-SP10 provides detailed guidelines on equipment, materials, techniques, and inspection procedures for near-white blast cleaning.
• The standard also specifies acceptable levels of surface roughness and cleanliness required before applying protective coatings.
• Near-white blast cleaning is commonly used in industrial, marine, and infrastructure applications to ensure durability and longevity of protective coatings.
• By achieving a high level of cleanliness, near-white blast cleaning enhances adhesion and performance of protective coatings, leading to improved corrosion resistance and asset protection.
• It's important to stay updated with the latest version of SSPC-SP10 or consult the Society for Protective Coatings for current information on near-white blast cleaning.