This part of EN 13523 specifies the procedure for determining the resistance to water immersion of an organic coating on a metallic substrate.

The test is applicable to all kinds of organic coatings, including metallics and embossed, textured, pearlescent and printed coatings. The results of the test give an indication of the resistance of the coil coated metal to water.

The method is not intended to reproduce any particular condition of condensation.