ASTM D3691/D3691M-09
(Specification)Standard Performance Specification for Woven, Lace, and Knit Household Curtain and Drapery Fabrics (Withdrawn 2018)
Standard Performance Specification for Woven, Lace, and Knit Household Curtain and Drapery Fabrics (Withdrawn 2018)
SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
Fabrics intended for this end-use should meet all of the requirements listed in Table 1.
It should be recognized that fabric can be produced utilizing an almost infinite number of construction variables (e.g., type of fibers, percentage of fibers, yarn twist, yarn number, warp and pick count, chemical and mechanical finished). Additionally, fashion and aesthetics dictate that the ultimate consumer may find acceptable articles made from fabrics that do not conform to all of the requirements in Table 1.
Hence, no single performance specification can possibly apply to all the various fabrics that could be utilized for this end-use.
The uses and significance of particular properties and test methods are discussed in the appropriate sections of the specified test methods.
TABLE 1 Performance Requirements
Characteristics Knit and LaceSheer (woven)Foam Back, Stitch Bonded, and
Conventional Weights (woven)Section Breaking strength (load), (CRT method), in
both directionsA... 67 N (15 lbf), min89 N (20 lbf), min 5.1 Bursting strength (ball burst)A 138 kPa (20 lbf/in.2),
min ... ... 5.2 Tear strength (tongue tear), in both
directionsA...4.4 N (1 lbf), min6.7 N (1.5 lbf), min 5.3 Dimensional change: After 5 launderings in both directions3.0 % max +0.0%3.0 % max 0.0%3.0 % max +0.0% 5.4.1 After 3 dry cleanings in both directions3.0 % max +0.0%3.0 % max +0.0%3.0 % max +0.0 % 5.4.2 Distortion of yarn: 1-lbf load...2.54 mm (0.1 in.),
max... 5.5 2-lbf load...... 2.54 mm (0.1 in.),
max Colorfastness to laundering:B Shade Change
StainingClass 4C min
Class 3D minClass 4C min
Class 3D minClass 4C min
Class 3D min 5.6.1 Colorfastness to dry cleaning: Shade changeClass 4C minClass 4C min Class 4C min 5.6.2 Burnt gas fumes, 2 cycles: Shade change
After 1 refurbishingClass 4C min
Class 4C min Class 4C min
Class 4C min Class 4C min
Class 4C min 5.6.3 Crocking: Dry
WetClass 4E min
Class 3E minClass 4E min
Class 3E minClass 4E ...
SCOPE
1.1 This performance specification covers the requirements for all knit, lace, foam back, stitch-bonded, conventional weights, and sheer woven fabrics to be used in the manufacture of curtains and draperies.
1.2 This performance specification is applicable to all fabrics except those made of glass.
1.3 For those properties where fabric direction is pertinent, these requirements apply to the length and width directions for woven fabric and to both the wale and course directions for knit fabric.
1.4 The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units are to be regarded separately as standard. The values stated in each system may not be exact equivalents; therefore, each system shall be used independently of the other. Combining values from the two systems may result in non-conformance with the standard.
1.5 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.
WITHDRAWN RATIONALE
This performance specification covers the requirements for all knit, lace, foam back, stitch-bonded, conventional weights, and sheer woven fabrics to be used in the manufacture of curtains and draperies.
Formerly under the jurisdiction of Committee D13 on Textiles, this practice was withdrawn in January 2018 in accordance with section 10.6.3 of the Regulations Governing ASTM Technical Committees, which requires that standards shall be updated by the end of the eighth year since the last approval date.
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Designation:D3691/D3691M −09
Standard Performance Specification for
Woven, Lace, and Knit Household Curtain and Drapery
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Fabrics
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D3691/D3691M; 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.
This standard has been approved for use by agencies of the Department of Defense.
1. Scope D1424 Test Method for Tearing Strength of Fabrics by
Falling-Pendulum (Elmendorf-Type) Apparatus
1.1 This performance specification covers the requirements
D2261 Test Method for Tearing Strength of Fabrics by the
for all knit, lace, foam back, stitch-bonded, conventional
Tongue (Single Rip) Procedure (Constant-Rate-of-
weights,andsheerwovenfabricstobeusedinthemanufacture
Extension Tensile Testing Machine)
of curtains and draperies.
D2724 Test Methods for Bonded, Fused, and Laminated
1.2 This performance specification is applicable to all fab-
Apparel Fabrics
rics except those made of glass.
D5034 TestMethodforBreakingStrengthandElongationof
1.3 For those properties where fabric direction is pertinent, Textile Fabrics (Grab Test)
D7023 Terminology Relating to Home Furnishings
these requirements apply to the length and width directions for
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woven fabric and to both the wale and course directions for
2.2 AATCC Test Methods
knit fabric.
8 Colorfastness to Crocking: AATCC Crockmeter Method
16 Colorfastness to Light
1.4 The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units
23 Colorfastness to Burnt Gas Fumes
are to be regarded separately as standard. The values stated in
61 Colorfastness to Laundering Home and Commercial:
each system may not be exact equivalents; therefore, each
Accelerated
system shall be used independently of the other. Combining
116 Colorfastness to Crocking: Rotary Vertical Crockmeter
values from the two systems may result in non-conformance
Method
with the standard.
124 Appearance of Fabrics After Repeated Home Launder-
1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of the
ing
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
129 Colorfastness to Ozone in theAtmosphere Under High
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
Humidities
priate safety and health practices and determine the applica-
132 Colorfastness to Dry Cleaning
bility of regulatory limitations prior to use.
135 Dimensional Changes in Automatic Home Laundering
of Durable Press Woven or Knit Fabric
2. Referenced Documents
172 Colorfastness to Non-Chlorine Bleach in Home Laun-
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2.1 ASTM Standards:
dering
D231 Methods of Testing Tolerances for Knit Goods; Re-
187 Dimensional Changes of Fabrics:Accelerated
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placed by D 3887 (Withdrawn 1980)
188 ColorfastnesstoSodiumHyperchloriteBleachinHome
D1336 Test Method for Distortion ofYarn in Woven Fabrics
Laundering
Evaluation Procedure 1 Gray Scale for Color Change
Evaluation Procedure 2 Gray Scale for Staining
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This performance specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee
Evaluation Procedure 9 Visual Assessment of Color Differ-
D13 on Textiles and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee D13.63 on Home
ence of Textiles
Furnishings.
Current edition approved Sept. 1, 2009. Published September 2009. Originally
NOTE 1—Reference to test methods in this specification give only the
approved in 1978. Last previous edition approved in 2008 as D3691 – 02(2008).
permanent part of the designation of ASTM, AATCC, or other test
DOI: 10.1520/D3691_D3691M-09.
methods. The current editions of each test method cited shall prevail.
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For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM
Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
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the ASTM website. Available from American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists
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The last approved version of this historical standard is referenced on (AATCC), P.O. Box 12215, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709, http://
www.astm.org. www.aatcc.org.
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D3691/D3691M−09
3. Terminology 4.2.1 Hence, no single performance specification can possi-
blyapplytoallthevariousfabricsthatcouldbeutilizedforthis
3.1 Definitions: For definitions of other textile terms used in
end-use.
this specification, refer to Terminology D7023 and to the
Technical Manual of the American Association of Textile
4.3 The uses and significance of particular properties and
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Chemists and Colorists.
test methods are discussed
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This document is not anASTM standard and is intended only to provide the user of anASTM standard an indication of what changes have been made to the previous version. Because
it may not be technically possible to adequately depict all changes accurately, ASTM recommends that users consult prior editions as appropriate. In all cases only the current version
of the standard as published by ASTM is to be considered the official document.
Designation:D3691–02 (Reapproved 2008) Designation: D 3691/D3691M – 09
Standard Performance Specification for
Woven, Lace, and Knit Household Curtain and Drapery
1
Fabrics
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D 3691/D3691M; 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.
This standard has been approved for use by agencies of the Department of Defense.
1. Scope
1.1 This performance specification covers the requirements for all knit, lace, foam back, stitch-bonded, conventional weights,
and sheer woven fabrics to be used in the manufacture of curtains and draperies.
1.2 This performance specification is applicable to all fabrics except those made of glass.
1.3 For those properties where fabric direction is pertinent, these requirements apply to the length and width directions for
woven fabric and to both the wale and course directions for knit fabric.
1.4
1.4 The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units are to be regarded separately as standard. The values stated in each
system may not be exact equivalents; therefore, each system shall be used independently of the other. Combining values from the
two systems may result in non-conformance with the standard.
1.5 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
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2.1 ASTM Standards: D123Terminology Relating to Textiles
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D 231 Methods of Testing Tolerances for Knit Goods
D 1336 Test Method for Distortion of Yarn in Woven Fabrics
D 1424 Test Method for Tearing Strength of Fabrics by Falling-Pendulum (Elmendorf-Type) Apparatus
D 2261 TestMethodforTearingStrengthofFabricsbytheTongue(SingleRip)Procedure(Constant-Rate-of-ExtensionTensile
Testing Machine)
D 2724 Test Methods for Bonded, Fused, and Laminated Apparel Fabrics
D 5034 Test Method for Breaking Strength and Elongation of Textile Fabrics (Grab Test) Test Method for Breaking Strength
and Elongation of Textile Fabrics (Grab Test)
D 7023 Terminology Relating to Home Furnishings
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2.2 AATCC Test Methods
8 Colorfastness to Crocking: AATCC Crockmeter Method
16 Colorfastness to Light
23 Colorfastness to Burnt Gas Fumes
61 Colorfastness to Laundering Home and Commercial: Accelerated
116 Colorfastness to Crocking: Rotary Vertical Crockmeter Method
124 Appearance of Fabrics After Repeated Home Laundering
129 Colorfastness to Ozone in the Atmosphere Under High Humidities
132 Colorfastness to Dry Cleaning
135 Dimensional Changes in Automatic Home Laundering of Durable Press Woven or Knit Fabric
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This performance specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D13 on Textiles and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee D13.63 on Home
Furnishings.
Current edition approvedAug.Sept. 1, 2008.2009. Published October 2008.September 2009. Originally approved in 1978. Last previous edition approved in 20022008 as
D 3691 – 02(2008).
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For referencedASTM standards, visit theASTM website, www.astm.org, or contactASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM Standards
volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on the ASTM website.
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Withdrawn. The last approved version of this historical standard is referenced on www.astm.org.
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Available from American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists (AATCC), P.O. Box 12215, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709, http://www.aatcc.org.
Copyright © ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959, United States.
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D 3691/D3691M – 09
172 Colorfastness to Non-Chlorine Bleach in Home Laundering
187 Dimensional Changes of Fabrics:Accelerated
188 Colorfastness to Sodium Hyperchlorite Bleach in Home Laundering
Evaluation Procedure 1 Gray Scale for Color Change
Evaluation Procedure 2 Gray Scale for Staining
Evaluation Procedure 9 Visual Assessment of Color Difference of Textiles
NOTE 1—Reference to test methods in this specification give only the permanent part of the designation ofASTM,AATCC, or other test methods. The
current editions of each test method cited shall prevail.
3. Terminology
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