Comprehensive SSPC-PA 9 & AMPP CIP Level 2
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What does SSPC-PA 9 cover? Measurement of Dry Coating Thickness on
Cementitious Substrates (Concrete) and other non-
metallic surfaces using ultrasonic gages.
What is a 'homogeneous' coating A coating of uniform composition throughout that
according to SSPC-PA 9? does not contain large, solid particles like sand.
What is the required frequency of 5 spot measurements per 100 sq. ft. (9 sq. m).
measurements for SSPC-PA 9?
How many gage readings make up a At least 3 gage readings within a 6-inch (15 cm)
single 'spot measurement' in SSPC- diameter circle.
PA 9?
What is the minimum distance At least 2 inches (5 cm).
between gage readings within a
spot?
Define 'Verification' in SSPC-PA 9. An accuracy check performed by the user at the
start and end of each shift using known reference
standards.
, Define 'Calibration' in SSPC-PA 9. A process typically performed by the manufacturer
or a qualified lab that results in a Certificate of
Calibration.
Define 'Adjustment' in SSPC-PA 9. Aligning gage thickness readings to a known
sample to improve accuracy on a specific surface
(sound velocity adjustment).
What are the tolerance limits for Spot measurements must be at least 75% of the
Level 3 (Default) in SSPC-PA 9? minimum and no more than 125% of the maximum
specified thickness.
What is Restriction Level 1 in SSPC- The most restrictive level; does not allow any
PA 9? deviation from specified minimum and maximum
thickness.
What is Restriction Level 4 in SSPC- The least restrictive level; allows 75% of minimum
PA 9? thickness and has no maximum thickness
restriction.
True or False: According to SSPC-PA True. Individual readings can overrun or underrun
9, individual gage readings can be as long as the spot measurement (average) is within
lower than the specified thickness. limits.
What is the measurement frequency Three 10 m² areas are arbitrarily selected and
for structures 30-100 m² (323-1,076 measured.
sq. ft.)?
What should be done with couplant It should be removed from the coating, especially
after measurement? if another coat is to be applied.
What is the measurement range for Approximately 0.3 mils to 300 mils (8 µm to 7.6
most ultrasonic gages? mm).
Coating and Galvanizing Standards Exam |
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Latest Update 2026
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Terms in this set (62)
What does SSPC-PA 9 cover? Measurement of Dry Coating Thickness on
Cementitious Substrates (Concrete) and other non-
metallic surfaces using ultrasonic gages.
What is a 'homogeneous' coating A coating of uniform composition throughout that
according to SSPC-PA 9? does not contain large, solid particles like sand.
What is the required frequency of 5 spot measurements per 100 sq. ft. (9 sq. m).
measurements for SSPC-PA 9?
How many gage readings make up a At least 3 gage readings within a 6-inch (15 cm)
single 'spot measurement' in SSPC- diameter circle.
PA 9?
What is the minimum distance At least 2 inches (5 cm).
between gage readings within a
spot?
Define 'Verification' in SSPC-PA 9. An accuracy check performed by the user at the
start and end of each shift using known reference
standards.
, Define 'Calibration' in SSPC-PA 9. A process typically performed by the manufacturer
or a qualified lab that results in a Certificate of
Calibration.
Define 'Adjustment' in SSPC-PA 9. Aligning gage thickness readings to a known
sample to improve accuracy on a specific surface
(sound velocity adjustment).
What are the tolerance limits for Spot measurements must be at least 75% of the
Level 3 (Default) in SSPC-PA 9? minimum and no more than 125% of the maximum
specified thickness.
What is Restriction Level 1 in SSPC- The most restrictive level; does not allow any
PA 9? deviation from specified minimum and maximum
thickness.
What is Restriction Level 4 in SSPC- The least restrictive level; allows 75% of minimum
PA 9? thickness and has no maximum thickness
restriction.
True or False: According to SSPC-PA True. Individual readings can overrun or underrun
9, individual gage readings can be as long as the spot measurement (average) is within
lower than the specified thickness. limits.
What is the measurement frequency Three 10 m² areas are arbitrarily selected and
for structures 30-100 m² (323-1,076 measured.
sq. ft.)?
What should be done with couplant It should be removed from the coating, especially
after measurement? if another coat is to be applied.
What is the measurement range for Approximately 0.3 mils to 300 mils (8 µm to 7.6
most ultrasonic gages? mm).
