Lead in Paint Test

Purpose of Test:

Lead is used to give the paint its tint. Lead pigments are extremely opaque; therefore, a relatively small amount of the compound can cover a large area.

Some types of lead are insoluble in water, making the paint highly water-resistant.

However, lead is a known toxin which can cause a wide variety of health risks; from vomiting to madness to death.

The maximum safe limit for the amount of lead in paint is (90 mg/kg).

Inductive coupled plasma (ICP) is considered one of the most accurate method for measuring the lead level in paint.

Device/Machine: Inductively coupled plasma device (ICP) .

Calibration Frequency:

o Inductively coupled plasma device (ICP): Prior to each use

Approximate  Test Duration:

o  Sample preparation and Test time: 6 – 8 Hours

Specification: ASTM E1613