Red Plague [Top 50 NEWEST]

Dust Tape Test

Assesses the quantity and size of dust particles on blast cleaned surfaces in accordance with ISO 8502-3

Includes all report forms and accessories required for dust tape testing in accordance with ISO 8502-3
Can be used as a pass/fail test or to provide a permanent record of the dust present on a surface
Illuminated 10x Magnifier with stand-off to keep the magnifier at the appropriate distance away from the substrate—compact, foldable design for easy storage
Dust Test Comparator includes pictorial references from ISO 8502-3 to determine dust size and dust quantity rating
Reusable Transparent Display Board

Conforms to ISO 8502-3, AS 3894.6, US Navy PPI 63101-000

Product photo of the PosiTest DT Dust Tape Test kit and blasted steel panel

Red Plague [Top 50 NEWEST]

: It is most common in high-humidity environments. Some manufacturers minimize risk by ensuring a minimum plating thickness (e.g., 40 microinches).

). It occurs when silver-plated copper is exposed to moisture and oxygen, typically due to damage or gaps in the silver plating. Red Plague

: It manifests as a fine, reddish-brown powder or spots on the surface of the silver plating. : It is most common in high-humidity environments

: More recently, "Ciuma Roșie" (Romanian for Red Plague) was used by protesters (2017–2019) to describe the Social Democratic Party during anti-corruption demonstrations. the copper interior can dissolve completely

Historically, "Red Plague" has been used as a derogatory label for various political movements:

: Left unchecked, the copper interior can dissolve completely, leading to total circuit failure in critical aerospace systems. 🏛️ Political & Historical Epithets