Colors used in government procurement color matching material printed june 2016. Fedstd595 cancellation notice amsstd595 adoption notice amsstd595 defines a color index system used by, but not limited to, government activities in a format suitable for color identification, color selection, color matching, and quality control inspection. The colors in the federal standard set have no official names, just fivedigit numbers. The most common format is the fedstd595 standard itself. Here we have an exact match, because the chip color is within the srgb space gamut, and the color difference is zero the cie94 colordifference equation is selected. Federal standard 595 aka, fed std 595 describes colors used by the united states government for procurement. The most common requests we receive for fed standard colors are for spray paint, direct to metal and other paints for prototyping, marking and. If comparing rlm colors to fs595 codes, for example, one can only refer to the nearest existing fs595 color, which most often isnt a perfect match. The colors in the standard have no official names, just numbers. Fed standard 595 color chart catalog general devices.
Colorcoated screws and fasteners electronic fasteners, inc. These tables are based upon fedstd595c dated 16 jan 2008 and updated with change notice 1 dated 31 jul 2008. Semper quality industries will not be held responsible for any variances. The federal standard 595 colors are used to specify colors for us government applications. At the present time, sae states the following for the use of the new amsstd595. Federal standard 595 colors of milspeccoating products. Originally created during world war ii to standardize colors for military products, the standard is widely used throughout the government and beyond. Federal standard 595 paint spec to purchase the fedstd.
Fedstd595 and all associated slash sheets are canceled. As of february 14, 2017, sae international has published amsstd595, colors used in government procurement. In specifying color, the procurement documents should state. Fedstd595 federal standard 595 color palette the federal standard 595 color system otherwise known as fedstd595b provides means of comparing colors visually. Other companies are charging thousands of dollars to set up accounts and give you access to their msds online database. However, starting with members of lsp, we are offering a 20% discount and free shipping to the modeling community for these products. The us government fed std 595c 17043 is the color portion of the spec. The color are used by the us government agencies, branches and suppliers. The rgb hex code is a reference to what is shown on your monitor. Federal standard 595 fedstd595 color specification, fan deck.
Sorry that we dont have quite the answer you are looking for, but the following should help some at least letter 12333 tells you about fedstd595 and how and where to get the sample book both through the government and a commercial source our ral vs. Fandecks are to be used for the purpose of general color representation only. Colors used in government procurement 15dec1989 supersedes milstd795 ss by saeamsstd595. This document, and all new ams std 595 color standard products a nongovernmental site such as fan decks and color chipsets, may be. Complete document colors used in government procurement includes color samples, errata and 3ring binder includes all amendments and changes through cancellation notice 2, february 14, 2017. In feb 2017, maintenance of fedstd595c moved to sae international. Federal standard 595 aka fedstd595 discount vendors. This military standard is approved for use by the u. In turn, i determined the lab and lch values from there. Fedstd595 is a color collection, not a complete color system, and this has the following implications. This new 2015 edition of ams std595 is intended to replace fedstd595c. Per a note from the document automation and production service, the dod assist database does not contain pdf files of fedstd595, as there is currently no accurate way to replicate colors electronically, as there are variations caused by video cards, quality of. It has its origin in the us military complex and is still used there as the primary source of reference for military paint.
Fedstd595 color chart, reference only, not to be used for acceptance or quality control keywords. Fedstd595c, dated 16 january 2008, and all associated slash sheets, are hereby canceled. Compatible with milprf23377, milprf85582,ttp 2760, and 1432gv primers. Revised standard specifications dated 101819 organization revised standard specifications are under headings that correspond with the mainsection headings of the standard specifications. However, references to such virtual chips built on the principle same color, but different sheen is a widespread practice. This standard is issued pursuant to the federal property and administrative services act of 1949, as amended, and its application to the purchase of commodities referred to herein is mandatory on all. The source or sources of illumination under which the color is to be matched. The existence of a color chip 3xxxx in the fs binder doesnt imply that there is a color chip for 1xxxx.
The existence of a color chip 1xxxx in the fs fan deck doesnt imply that there is a color chip for 3xxxx. Actual product colors may vary from colors shown on your monitor or digital screen. Sae ams std 595, colors used in government procurement, supersedes fed std 595c. The initial standard fedstd595 issued in march 1956 contained 358 colors. Sae amsstd595, colors used in government procurement, supersedes fedstd595c. Each color in the federal standard 595 range is identified by a fivedigit code. Fedstd595b december 15, 1989 superseding fedstd595a january 2, 1968 federal standard no. Current revision b change 1 from january 1994 counts 611 colors.
This document, and all new amsstd595 color standard products a nongovernmental site such as fan decks and color chipsets, may be. Fedstd595 federal standard 595 color fs 26555 the federal standard 595 color system otherwise known as fedstd595b provides means of comparing colors visually. Fedstd595 colors requirements for individual color chips. Each individual chip has its own protective envelope. The weld joining the handle and hinge attachments shall be a mig weld located. The existence of a color chip 1xxxx in the federal. The document has been taken directly from the fedstd595c and contains only minor editorial and format changes in order to make it an ams document. The remaining part of the spec will indicate the type of paint needed. Revision a issued in january 1968 counted 437 colors. Chips are suitable for color matching and quality control inspection purposes. Fedstd 595b colors used in government procurement, with. We sell it in three different formats here at document center inc. Fedstd595 archives document centers standards forum.
The colours depicted on the following chart are for guidance only. Please do not call us at chassis plans regarding either the 595 spec or sources for paint. The colors in the federal standard set have no official names, just fivedigit. It also describes the designation and use of color media that is. This standard and its related supporting material supersede the canceled federal standard 595, which is intended to promote standardization and consistency in the color of items produced for government use. This full chip set provides 650 color chips, 3 x 5. We also selected the hvc munsell space in the menu located below the rgb label of space. Flashoff is typically 1 hour airdry followed by heat curing, however this is not recommended on fast versions 82x3 and 82x4. Pantone faq explains these, gives info on where to get chips and standards for ral and pantone, and offers a dew.
Federal standard 595 fedstd595 color specification, fan. The standard color system is issued by the the general services administration. Paint can be purchased directly from the color page, but myperfectcolor offers many additional paint types not visible from the color page. Phenolic and alkyd vehicles are often blended to combine the hardness and resistance. To purchase the fedstd595 specification, fan decks, or paint chips, contact.
Federal standard 595 paint spec ohio department of. This standard of amsstd595 defines a color index system used by, but not limited to, government activities in a format suitable for color identification, color selection, color matching, and quality control inspection. Individual paint colors are arranged in tabs by color family and in each tab, sequentially from light to dark and according to color chip number. Colors on computer screens may vary based on the graphics card and monitor used in your system. Military performance specification milprf85285 chemsol. Fed std 595c, dated 16 january 2008, and all associated slash sheets, are hereby canceled. After the publication of this standard, only color chips marked fedstd595c shall be used. Color chips which are soiled, stained, faded, or otherwise damaged due to improper handling, storage, or exposure to. Fed std 595 and all associated slash sheets are canceled.
Your new online msds binder is a place for you to store the material safety data sheets you need to deploy. The following printed media items are suitable for color selection, color matching and for quality inspection for paints and coatings compliant with amsstd595 and amsstd595a, colors used in government procurement. However, references to such virtual chips built on the principle same color, but different sheen is a. Federal standard 595b rev dec 1989, the previous version, fedstd595b, from 1989, revised in 1994. Federal standard 595 color server, a thirdparty search engine providing graphical samples for each color and able to display combinations of colors. Fedstd595c became amsstd595a and the vast majority of colors remain intact, though some 80 colors have been removed including former canadian air force colors and. Federal standard 595b december 15, 1989 fastpoint technologies, inc. Fedstd595b fan decks, fan books, specs, paint chips for sale. This chart is a reference guide only relating to the approximate color. Fedstd595 revision c with notice 1 from 2008 is titled colors used in federal procurement. Concluding material appendices i pigments used in fedstd595c master standard ii new colors added in 2007 iii cielab values for select colors iv. Use the color which best approximates the fedstd595 color. This chart is a reference guide only to give you an idea as to the approximate color. A mainsection heading is a heading shown in the table of contents of the.
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