This book assists molder and customers in objectively evaluating cosmetics. It establishes criteria that can be specified as accept/reject for molded parts. These specifications are separated into four grades providing quantitative definitions and recommend methods of inspection and measurement for the determination of an acceptable part finish.

Topics include uniform viewing conditions, acceptance criteria, key to cosmetic inspection, a glossary of terms typical for cosmetic defects and worksheets for the reader's use while inspecting.

Who should buy this? Anyone who specifies, inspects, or purchases injection molded parts.