ASTM D2053-99(2015)

Standard Test Method for Colorfastness of Zippers to Light

SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
5.1 This test method is useful in determining if the loss of color due to light exposure is satisfactory for the intended end-use.  
5.2 This test method is considered satisfactory for acceptance testing of commercial shipments because the method has been used extensively in the trade for acceptance testing.  
5.2.1 If there are differences of practical significance between reported test results for two laboratories (or more), comparative tests should be performed to determine if their is a statistical bias between them, using competent statistical assistance. As a minimum, the test samples should be used that are as homogeneous as possible, that are drawn from the material from which the disparate test results were obtained, and that are randomly assigned in equal numbers to each laboratory for testing. Other materials with established test values may be used for this purpose. The test results from the two laboratories should be compared using a statistical test for unpaired data, at a probability level chosen prior to the testing series. If a bias is found, either its cause must be found and corrected, or future test results must be adjusted in consideration of the known bias.  
5.3 The test method(s) in this standard along with those in Test Methods D2051, D2052, D2054, D2057, D2058, D2059, D2060, D2061, and D2062 are a collection of proven zipper test methods. They can be used as aids in the evaluation of zippers without the need for a thorough knowledge of zippers. The enumerated test methods do not provide for the evaluation of all zipper properties. Besides those properties measured by means of the enumerated test methods there are other properties that may be important for the satisfactory performance of a zipper. Test methods for measuring those properties have not been published either because no practical methods have yet been developed or because a valid evaluation of the information resulting from existing unpublished methods requires an intimate and...
SCOPE
1.1 This test method covers the determination of the alteration in shade of the textile portion of zippers when exposed to light, regardless of the materials of manufacture.  
1.2 The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units are to be regarded separately as the standard. Within the text, the inch-pound units are shown in parentheses. The values stated in each system are not exact equivalents; therefore, each system shall be used independently of the other. Combining values from the two systems may result in nonconformance with this test method.  
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

General Information

• Status: Historical
• Publication Date: 30-Jun-2015
• ICS: 61.040 - Headgear. Clothing accessories. Fastening of clothing
• Technical Committee: D13 - Textiles
• Drafting Committee: D13.54 - Subassemblies

Standards Content (Sample)

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Designation: D2053 − 99 (Reapproved 2015)
Standard Test Method for
Colorfastness of Zippers to Light
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D2053; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope D2060 Test Methods for Measuring Zipper Dimensions
D2061 Test Methods for Strength Tests for Zippers
1.1 This test method covers the determination of the altera-
D2062 Test Methods for Operability of Zippers
tion in shade of the textile portion of zippers when exposed to
2.2 AATCC Methods:
light, regardless of the materials of manufacture.
Test Method 16 Colorfastness to Light
1.2 The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units 3
AATCC Gray Scale for Color Change
are to be regarded separately as the standard. Within the text,
Evaluation Procedure 1 Gray Scale for Color Change
the inch-pound units are shown in parentheses. The values
stated in each system are not exact equivalents; therefore, each
3. Terminology
system shall be used independently of the other. Combining
3.1 Definitions—For definitions of zipper terms used in this
values from the two systems may result in nonconformance
standard, refer to Terminology D2050. For definitions of other
with this test method.
textile terminology used in this standard, refer to Terminology
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the
D123.
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
4. Summary of Test Method
priate safety and health practices and determine the applica-
4.1 A specimen of zipper tape and chain is exposed to
bility of regulatory limitations prior to use.
continuous artificial light for a predetermined period of expo-
sure. Fading of the specimen is evaluated and rated by means
2. Referenced Documents
of the AATCC Gray Scale for Color Change.
2.1 ASTM Standards:
D123 Terminology Relating to Textiles
5. Significance and Use
D2050 Terminology Relating to Fasteners and Closures
5.1 This test method is useful in determining if the loss of
Used with Textiles
color due to light exposure is satisfactory for the intended
D2051 Test Method for Durability of Finish of Zippers to
end-use.
Laundering
5.2 This test method is considered satisfactory for accep-
D2052 Test Method for Colorfastness of Zippers to Dry-
tance testing of commercial shipments because the method has
cleaning
been used extensively in the trade for acceptance testing.
D2054 Test Method for Colorfastness of Zipper Tapes to
5.2.1 If there are differences of practical significance be-
Crocking
tween reported test results for two laboratories (or more),
D2057 Test Method for Colorfastness of Zippers to Laun-
comparative tests should be performed to determine if their is
dering
a statistical bias between them, using competent statistical
D2058 Test Method for Durability of Finish of Zippers to
assistance.As a minimum, the test samples should be used that
Drycleaning
are as homogeneous as possible, that are drawn from the
D2059 Test Method for Resistance of Zippers to Salt Spray
material from which the disparate test results were obtained,
(Fog)
and that are randomly assigned in equal numbers to each
laboratory for testing. Other materials with established test
This test method is under the jurisdiction ofASTM Committee D13 on Textiles
values may be used for this purpose. The test results from the
and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee D13.54 on Subassemblies.This test
method was developed in cooperation with the Slide Fastener Association, Inc.
two laboratories should be compared using a statistical test for
Current edition approved July 1, 2015. Published September 2015. Originally
unpaired data, at a probability level chosen prior to the testing
approved in 1961. Last previous edition approved in 2010 as D2053 – 99(2010).
series. If a bias is found, either its cause must be found and
DOI: 10.1520/D2053-99R15.
For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
contact ASTM Customer Service at [e-mail]. For Annual Book of ASTM
Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on Technical Manual of the American Association of Textile Chemists and
the ASTM website. Colorists, P. O. Box 12215, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709.
Copyright © ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. United States
D2053 − 99 (2015)
the various
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Designation: D2053 − 99 (Reapproved 2010) D2053 − 99 (Reapproved 2015)
Standard Test Method for
Colorfastness of Zippers to Light
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D2053; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope
1.1 This test method covers the determination of the alteration in shade of the textile portion of zippers when exposed to light,
regardless of the materials of manufacture.
1.2 The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units are to be regarded separately as the standard. Within the text, the
inch-pound units are shown in parentheses. The values stated in each system are not exact equivalents; therefore, each system shall
be used independently of the other. Combining values from the two systems may result in nonconformance with this test method.
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility
of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory
limitations prior to use.
2. Referenced Documents
2.1 ASTM Standards:
D123 Terminology Relating to Textiles
D2050 Terminology Relating to Fasteners and Closures Used with Textiles
D2051 Test Method for Durability of Finish of Zippers to Laundering
D2052 Test Method for Colorfastness of Zippers to Drycleaning
D2054 Test Method for Colorfastness of Zipper Tapes to Crocking
D2057 Test Method for Colorfastness of Zippers to Laundering
D2058 Test Method for Durability of Finish of Zippers to Drycleaning
D2059 Test Method for Resistance of Zippers to Salt Spray (Fog)
D2060 Test Methods for Measuring Zipper Dimensions
D2061 Test Methods for Strength Tests for Zippers
D2062 Test Methods for Operability of Zippers
2.2 AATCC Methods:
Test Method 16 Colorfastness to Light
AATCC Gray Scale for Color Change
Evaluation Procedure 1 Gray Scale for Color Change
3. Terminology
3.1 Definitions—For definitions of zipper terms used in this standard, refer to Terminology D2050. For definitions of other
textile terminology used in this standard, refer to Terminology D123.
4. Summary of Test Method
4.1 A specimen of zipper tape and chain is exposed to continuous artificial light for a predetermined period of exposure. Fading
of the specimen is evaluated and rated by means of the AATCC Gray Scale for Color Change.
This test method is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D13 on Textiles and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee D13.54 on Subassemblies. This test
method was developed in cooperation with the Slide Fastener Association, Inc.
Current edition approved June 1, 2010July 1, 2015. Published August 2010September 2015. Originally approved in 1961. Last previous edition approved in 20042010
as D2053 – 99(2004).(2010). DOI: 10.1520/D2053-99R10.10.1520/D2053-99R15.
For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or contact ASTM Customer Service at [e-mail]. For Annual Book of ASTM Standards
volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on the ASTM website.
Technical Manual of the American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists, P. O. Box 12215, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709.
Copyright © ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. United States
D2053 − 99 (2015)
5. Significance and Use
5.1 This test method is useful in determining if the loss of color due to light exposure is satisfactory for the intended end-use.
5.2 This test method is considered satisfactory for acceptance testing of commercial shipments because the method has been
used extensively in the trade for acceptance testing.
5.2.1 If there are differences of practical significance between reported test results for two laboratories (or more), comparative
tests should be performed to determine if their is a statistical bias between them, using competent statistical assistance. As a
minimum, the test samples should be used that are as homogeneous as possible, that are drawn from the material from which the
disparate test results were obtained, and that are randomly assigned in equal numbers to each laboratory for testing. Other materials
with established test values may be used for this purpose. The test results from the two laboratories should be compared using a
statistical test for unpaired data, at a
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