ASTM E972-96 - 10.4.1996
 
1. Scope

1.1 This test method covers the measurement of solar photometric transmittance of materials in sheet form. Solar photometric transmittance is measured using a photometer (illuminance meter) in an enclosure with the sun and sky as the source of radiation. The enclosure and method of test is specified in Test Method E 1175 (or Test Method E 1084).

1.2 The purpose of this test method is to specify a photometric sensor to be used with the procedure for measuring the solar photometric transmittance of sheet materials containing inhomogeneities in their optical properties.

1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

 
2. Referenced Documents

E1084-86(2023)

Standard Test Method for Solar Transmittance (Terrestrial) of Sheet Materials Using Sunlight

E772-15(2021)

Standard Terminology of Solar Energy Conversion

E1175-87(2022)

Standard Test Method for Determining Solar or Photopic Reflectance, Transmittance, and Absorptance of Materials Using a Large Diameter Integrating Sphere

Standard Illuminant D65 Available from Commission Internationale de lEclairage (International Commission on Illumination), Barean Central de la CIE, 4 Av. du Recteur Poincaré, 75-Paris, France.