ISO/TS 19392-6:2023
(Main)Paints and varnishes - Coating systems for wind-turbine rotor blades - Part 6: Determination and evaluation of ice adhesion using centrifuge
Paints and varnishes - Coating systems for wind-turbine rotor blades - Part 6: Determination and evaluation of ice adhesion using centrifuge
This document describes a method to measure ice adhesion from artificial ice on test substrates by using a centrifuge. Basic ice types are defined and test parameters for the ice removal are described to achieve reproducibility of test results for ice adhesion measurements for rotor blade coatings. This document does not intend to provide fixed test parameter to account for the diversity of relevant icing scenarios in this field of application.
Peintures et vernis — Matériaux de revêtement pour pales de turbines éoliennes — Partie 6: Détermination et évaluation de l'adhésion de la glace à l'aide d'une centrifugeuse
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 09-Feb-2023
- Technical Committee
- ISO/TC 35/SC 9 - General test methods for paints and varnishes
- Drafting Committee
- ISO/TC 35/SC 9/WG 32 - Coating materials for wind-turbine rotor blades
- Current Stage
- 9092 - International Standard to be revised
- Start Date
- 14-Jun-2024
- Completion Date
- 13-Dec-2025
Relations
- Effective Date
- 15-Jun-2024
Overview
ISO/TS 19392-6:2023 - Paints and varnishes - Coating systems for wind‑turbine rotor blades - Part 6: Determination and evaluation of ice adhesion using centrifuge - specifies a laboratory method to measure ice adhesion of artificial ice on coated test substrates using a centrifuge. The technical specification defines basic ice types (static and impact ice), test apparatus and conditions, sample preparation and conditioning, and procedures to achieve reproducible ice‑adhesion measurements for rotor‑blade coatings (including icephobic coatings).
Key topics and technical requirements
- Ice types:
- Static ice: formed by freezing deionized water on the surface.
- Impact ice: formed in an ice wind tunnel from impacting supercooled droplets.
- Apparatus: climatic chamber for freezing conditions, an ice wind tunnel for impact ice (calibrated per SAE ARP 5905), and a centrifuge equipped to detect ice detachment (piezoelectric cell, vibration or sound sensors).
- Test specimen: glass‑fibre composites or aluminium alloys are preferred; prepare and coat panels per supplier production process. Iced area typically 5–12 cm²; test beam radius typically 10–20 cm.
- Test parameters: example ranges provided in the standard - test temperature −1 to −20 °C; iced area 5–12 cm²; radius 10–20 cm; centrifuge parameter range 30–300 (see standard for detailed setup and units).
- Sampling and measurements: follow ISO 15528 and ISO 1513 for sampling and preparation; measure surface roughness per ISO 21920‑2 (Ra, Rz) before testing.
- Reproducibility and cycles: minimum three replicates per condition; at least three icing/de‑icing cycles to assess repeatability; multiple cycles for durability of icephobic performance.
- Failure modes: visual inspection after testing to classify adhesive (no ice residue - quantitative) or cohesive (ice residue - qualitative) failure.
Applications and who uses it
- Coating manufacturers developing and qualifying icephobic coatings for wind‑turbine rotor blades.
- Wind turbine OEMs and operators evaluating coating performance under cold‑climate conditions.
- Independent test laboratories and certification bodies performing standardized ice adhesion tests for specification compliance.
- R&D and materials researchers comparing ice adhesion mechanisms, coating roughness effects, and de‑icing durability.
Practical benefits include standardized, repeatable laboratory comparison of coatings, guidance on apparatus and sample handling to minimize artefacts, and data useful for optimizing coatings or thermal de‑icing systems.
Related standards
- ISO 1513 - Examination and preparation of test samples
- ISO 4618 - Paints and varnishes - Vocabulary
- ISO 15528 - Sampling for paints and varnishes
- ISO 21920‑2 - Surface texture (profile) parameters
- SAE ARP 5905 - Calibration and acceptance of icing wind tunnels
For implementation details, test programs and units/parameters, consult the full ISO/TS 19392‑6:2023 document.
Frequently Asked Questions
ISO/TS 19392-6:2023 is a technical specification published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). Its full title is "Paints and varnishes - Coating systems for wind-turbine rotor blades - Part 6: Determination and evaluation of ice adhesion using centrifuge". This standard covers: This document describes a method to measure ice adhesion from artificial ice on test substrates by using a centrifuge. Basic ice types are defined and test parameters for the ice removal are described to achieve reproducibility of test results for ice adhesion measurements for rotor blade coatings. This document does not intend to provide fixed test parameter to account for the diversity of relevant icing scenarios in this field of application.
This document describes a method to measure ice adhesion from artificial ice on test substrates by using a centrifuge. Basic ice types are defined and test parameters for the ice removal are described to achieve reproducibility of test results for ice adhesion measurements for rotor blade coatings. This document does not intend to provide fixed test parameter to account for the diversity of relevant icing scenarios in this field of application.
ISO/TS 19392-6:2023 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 87.040 - Paints and varnishes. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
ISO/TS 19392-6:2023 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to ISO/DTS 19392-6.2. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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Standards Content (Sample)
TECHNICAL ISO/TS
SPECIFICATION 19392-6
First edition
2023-02
Paints and varnishes — Coating
systems for wind-turbine rotor
blades —
Part 6:
Determination and evaluation of ice
adhesion using centrifuge
Peintures et vernis — Matériaux de revêtement pour pales de turbines
éoliennes —
Partie 6: Détermination et évaluation de l'adhésion de la glace à
l'aide d'une centrifugeuse
Reference number
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Contents Page
Foreword .iv
Introduction .v
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions . 1
4 Principle . 2
5 Apparatus . 2
6 Sampling . 2
7 Test panels .3
7.1 Substrate . 3
7.2 Preparation . 3
7.3 Conditioning. 3
7.4 Coating thickness . 3
7.5 Roughness of coating . 4
8 Procedure .4
8.1 Number of determinations . 4
8.2 Examination before exposure . . 4
8.3 Sample preparation (ice formation) . 4
8.4 Ice adhesion testing . 5
8.5 Examination after testing . 5
9 Ev a luat ion . 5
10 Precision . 6
11 Test report . 6
Annex A (informative) Example of parameters for ice formation processes .7
Bibliography . 8
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Introduction
Ice accretion on rotor blade surfaces of wind turbines can decrease the efficiency and limit the
performance of wind turbines in cold, humid environments. Ice formation can also lead to damage of
the rotor blade and can be hazardous, if ice falls off the blade. Icephobic coatings (“icephobics”) can
be applied to rotor blade surfaces to reduce or prevent the adhesion of ice by removing ice prior to
reaching a critical ice mass for the rotor blades. They can also increase the efficiency of thermal ice
protection systems.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION ISO/TS 19392-6:2023(E)
Paints and varnishes — Coating systems for wind-turbine
rotor blades —
Part 6:
Determination and evaluation of ice adhesion using
centrifuge
1 Scope
This document describes a method to measure ice adhesion from artificial ice on test substrates by
using a centrifuge. Basic ice types are defined and test parameters for the ice removal are described
to achieve reproducibility of test results for ice adhesion measurements for rotor blade coatings. This
document does not intend to provide fixed test parameter to account for the diversity of relevant icing
scenarios in this field of application.
2 Normative references
The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their content
constitutes requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For
undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
ISO 1513, Paints and varnishes — Examination and preparation of test samples
ISO 4618, Paints and varnishes —Vocabulary
ISO 15528, Paints, varnishes and raw materials for paints and varnishes — Sampling
ISO 21920-2, Geometrical product specifications (GPS) — Surface texture: Profile — Part 2: Terms,
definitions and surface texture parameters
SAE ARP 5905, Calibration and Acceptance of Icing Wind Tunnels
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the terms and definitions given in ISO 4618 and the following apply.
ISO and IEC maintain terminology databases for use in standardization at the following addresses:
— ISO Online browsing platform: available at https:// www .iso .org/ obp
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3.1
static ice
ice created at a surface from liquid water with no dynamic effects
3.2
impact ice
ice that forms on surfaces from impacting supercooled water droplets (velocity >40 m/s)
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