Test methods are compiled in the aatcc technical manual, of which a chinese translation is available. Every human being sweats during different kinds of activities. Hydrocarbon resistance test see other formats a by authority of the united states of america legally binding document by the authority vested by part 5 of the united states code 552a and part 1 of the code of regulations 51 the attached document has been duly incorporated by reference and shall be considered legally binding upon all. Aatcc 1692009 weather resistance of textiles xenon lamp.
The aatcc 30 method, titled antifungal activity, assessment on textile materials. Hydrostatic pressure test aatcc 127 ph of the waterextract from wet processed textiles aatcc 81. The aatcc 100 test method is the most commonly chosen test and has become the industry standard for antimicrobial fabric performance in the united states. Aatcc 100 antimicrobial fabric test microchem laboratory. The fabrics were limited to polyestercotton materials. Mildew and rot resistance of textile materials is designed to determine how susceptible textile materials cloth, gauze, or similar object are to mildew and fungal growth and evaluate the efficacy of the fungicides applied to the selected materials. Aatcc 197 vertical wicking of textiles engineering360.
Antibacterial activity of assessment of textile materials, parallel streak method, technical manual of the aatcc, research triangle park, usa. Aatcc is making pdf copies of adr issues available to at no costto aatcc members only. A video cassette of the grading pro cedure prepared at the aatcc technical center by the subcommittee and visual examples of pass, borderline and fail con ditions were included in the protocol. Moisture management property is a significant feature of any clothing and especially meant for active sportswear, which determines the comfort level of that fabric. Aatcc197 vertical wicking of textiles document center. Information relative to the principle of the instrument may be obtained by reference to the original article by slowinske, g. Free 2019 special issue of aatcc journal of research. Pdf moisture transfer property of textiles has profound impacts on both clothing.
Colorfastness is the property of a dye or print that enables it to retain its depth and shade through the wear life of a product. Appearance of durable press fabrics after \rrepeated home laundering. The major requirement of this moisture management performance is to absorb the sweat quickly from the skin and transport it to the outer surface of the garment to. Impact penetration aatcc 42 water resistance hydrostatic pressure aatcc 27 aatcc 42 measures the resistance of fabrics to the. Appearance of fabrics after repeated home laundering. The hard bound black and gold book is a staple reference in many textile laboratories. Manual of the american association of textile chemists and colorist. A test apparatus to measure vertical wicking of fabrics.
An overview on objective evaluation of wicking property of. Tm197tm 197 vertical wicking of textiles aatcc aatcc. Absorbency if claimed aatcc 79 after 1 laundering aatcc test method 81996 what this test is used for. Aatccamerican association of textile chemist and colorists id number title year organization page.
Aatcc test method 1962011, colorfastness to sodium hypochlorite of a textile floor covering aatcc test method 197 2011, vertical wicking of textiles. Below, you will find a summary of the aatcc 100 test method, along with some of its strengths and weaknesses. Appearance of durable press fabrics after repeated. Aatcc 762000 electrical surface resistivity of fabrics covers test methods for the measurement of surface resistivity of various woven fabrics. The american association of textile chemists and colorists aatcc has developed and approved several new test methods for evaluating wicking or moisture management properties of performance fabrics 1,2. Multifiber test fabric should run along the length of the sample. Dec 16, 2017 aatcc believes this consensus approach creates the best, most robust test methods to serve a diverse modern textile industry. Rain test 2019 aatcc 2 89 mercerization in cotton editorially revised 1994 2019 aatcc 3 92 chlorine, retained, tensile loss. By order of the executive director office of the federal register washington, d. This test method is applicable for resistivity measurements generally above 10 7.
This test is performed with treated and nontreated samples of the test material. This test evaluates colorfastness and staining potential of fabrics under accelerated wash condition that simulate five home washings. Aatccamerican association of textile chemist and colorists. Keep up with the latest news, innovations, and testing that affects you as a textile professional. Sew or staple multifiber test fabric along one edge of the technical face of the sample. Aatcc test method committees approve brand new test methods. Single sample method editorially revised 1994 2019 aatcc. Five separate methods test different home washing conditions. Appearance of durable press fabrics after repeated home laundering. Aatcc test method 197 2011, vertical wicking of textiles aatcc test method 1982011, horizontal wicking of textiles. China textile press 2017 aatcc technical manual supplementary volume of 92 volumes. Aatcc test method 611996 colorfastness to laundering, home and commercial. As an educator, martin has been called upon numerous times to represent aatcc at annual sdc events, and has spoken at a number of aatcc activities in india and china for the association. Aatcc gray scale for color change aatcc gray scale for staining procedure.
Launderometer aatcc test method 611996 colorfastness. Po box 12215 research triangle park, nc 277092215 united states phone. Aatcc american association of textile chemists and colorists. Dye dusting photographic rating scale this photographic scale is used to. Drying rate of textiles at their absorbent capacity.
Prepost wash wicking behavior, moisture transfer, and water. Absorbency if claimed aatcc 79 after 1 laundering 197. By performing the test at nonstandard textile conditions, it is possible to simulate drying at body temperature or to perform testing at temperatures that. Aatcc197 vertical wicking of textiles document center, inc. Aatcc test methods 197 2011, vertical wicking of textiles and 1982011, horizontal wicking of textiles absorbency capability. Aatcc 196 2011 colorfastness to sodium hypochlorite of a textile floor covering colored pile yarn floor covering to evaluate colorfastness to chlorine bleach aatcc 197 2011 vertical wicking of textiles woven, knitted, or nonwoven fabrics to evaluate the ability of vertically aligned fabric specimens to transport liquid along andor through them. Staining or the 9step aatcc chromatic transference scale. Vertical wicking was tested using aatcc 19720 and lengthwise. Aatcc 1992018 is intended to evaluate the drying time of knit, woven or nonwoven fabrics at an elevated temperature using a gravimetric moisture analyzer. Aatcc test method 1962011, colorfastness to sodium hypochlorite of a textile floor covering aatcc test method 197 2011, vertical wicking of textiles, aatcc test method 1982011, horizontal. A sample fabric is fastened to the crock meter and then rubbed against a white test cloth. Aatcc test method textile testing products,professional in textile.
Aatcc 197 2018 is used to evaluate the ability of vertically aligned fabric specimens to transport liquid along andor through them, and is appliacable to woven, knitted, or nonwoven fabrics. In accordance with aatcc 100 test procedure, 1 ml of test organism suspension at about,000 cfuml is inoculated to the test sample. Dimensional change 3% max aatcc 5 colorfastnessburnt gas fumes2 cycles class 4 a aatcc 23laundering shade change after 1 cycle class 4 a aatcc 61crocking aatcc 8, 116 dry class 4 b wet class 3light 160 aatcc sfu class 4 a aatcc 16ozone 1 cycle class 4 a aatcc 129 this method has been withdrawn. Usage of these scales is discussed in aatcc evaluation procedures 2, 3 and 8, respectively. Dye dusting photographic rating scale this photographic scale is used to assign a numerical grade for the degree of. If you want to continue receiving aatcc news, events, and information notices, resubscribe and optin here. Repeated home laundering automated washer aatcc liquid detergent wo brightener aatcc 150 automated washer antibacterial parallel streak accredited isoiec 17025 aatcc 147 antimicrobial activity accredited isoiec 17025 astm e2149. American association of textile chemists and colorists. The pdf version offers the added convenience of a search function and hyperlinks among crossreferenced methods. At a given time, organisms are extracted with the help of. Aatcc american association of textile chemist and colorists id number title year organization page 1 35 water resistance.
Physical properties material millwork moccasin mosaic novasuede nuance composition nylon fiber matrix nylon fiber matrix nylon fiber matrix nylon fiber matrix nylon fiber matrix width 54 inch7 cm 54 inch7 cm 54 inch7 cm 54 inch47 cm 54 inch7 cm weight 8. Aatcc test method committees approve brand new test. At a given time, organisms are extracted with the help of a diluted and plated neutralizer medium. Po box 12215 research triangle park, nc 277092215 united states. Aatcc 197 2018 is used to evaluate the ability of vertically aligned fabric specimens to.
Aatcc 30 antifungal assessment and mildew resistance test. Aatcc 127 measures the resistance of fabrics to the liquid penetration of water by impact under constant and increasing hydrostatic pressure spray impact 20cm aami level 3 water resistance. Aatcc 762000 electrical surface resistivity of fabrics. Additional publications include books and conference proceedings. A crock test is used to determine the amount of color that may be transferred from a sample fabric to another fabric by rubbing.
368 179 936 910 1487 792 46 1402 147 1144 1177 962 1277 472 706 1015 1274 648 943 1058 87 1023 1613 1207 754 421 1095 1655 1103 1414 455 1628 1146 468 30 1156 937 1016 169 1101 1483 204 411