This International Standard specifies the general requirements and test methods for hard coatings obtained by
vapour phase deposition processes intended to improve mainly the surface aspect and wear and corrosion
resistance, and/or to offer protection against contact-allergy. It is applicable to watch-cases and accessories.
ISO 16253:2007 Referenced Document
EN 12472 Method for the simulation of wear and corrosion for the detection of nickel release from coated items
ISO 3160-1 Watch-cases and accessories — Gold alloy coverings — Part 1: General requirements AMENDMENT 1
ISO 3160-2 Watch-cases and accessories - Gold alloy coverings - Part 2: Determination of fineness, thickness, corrosion resistance and adhesion*, 2015-12-01 Update
ISO 4524-5 Metallic coatings; Test methods for electrodeposited gold and gold alloy coatings; Part 5 : Adhesion tests
ISO 8654 Jewellery — Colours of gold alloys — Definition, range of colours and designation — Amendment 1*, 2019-12-02 Update
ISO 9227 Corrosion tests in artificial atmospheres — Salt spray tests — Amendment 1: Footnote of Warning*, 2024-02-19 Update
ISO 16253:2007 history
2017ISO 16253:2017 Watch-cases and accessories - Vapour phase deposited coatings
2007ISO 16253:2007 Watch-cases and accessories - Vapour phase deposited coatings