1 Scope
This part of ISO 8501 describes preparation grades of welds, edges and other areas,
on steel surfaces with imperfections. Such imperfections can become visible before
and/or after an abrasive blast-cleaning process.
The preparation grades given in this part of ISO 8501 are to make steel surfaces with
imperfections, including welded and fabricated surfaces, suitable for the application
of paints and related products.