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ASTM D6961-03

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Standard Test Method for Color Measurement of Flax Fiber

Standard Test Method for Color Measurement of Flax Fiber

SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
Few standards exist to objectively judge flax quality. Color is an important factor in the quality of flax fiber. Natural variations in raw flax fiber, various processing steps, fiber blending, and a wide range of end uses contribute to the need for a standard method of objectively measuring the color of flax fiber. Spectrophotometic data provide an accurate, precise determination of the color of flax fiber. Colorimetric data are obtained through specimen measurement by combining specimen spectral data with data representing a CIE standard observer and a CIE standard illuminant, as described in Method E 308.
If there are differences of practical significance between reported test results for two (or more) laboratories, comparative tests should be performed to determine if there is a statistical bias between them, using competent statistical assistance. As a minimum, use the samples for such a comparative test that are as homogeneous as possible, drawn from the same lot of material as the samples that resulted in disparate results during initial testing and randomly assigned in equal numbers to each laboratory. The results from the laboratories involved should be compared using a statistical test for unpaired data, 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 for that fiber sample type must be adjusted in consideration of the known bias.
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1.1 This test method covers the instrumental color measurement of flax fiber.
1.2 Units—The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units (which are provided in parentheses). 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.
1.3 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.

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Status
Historical
Publication Date
30-Sep-2003
ICS
59.060.10 - Natural fibres
Technical Committee
D13 - Textiles
Drafting Committee
D13.17 - Bast Fibers and Plants
Current Stage
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ASTM D6961/D6961M-09 - Standard Test Method for Color Measurement of Flax Fiber
Effective Date
01-Jul-2009

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Designation:D6961–03
Standard Test Method for
Color Measurement of Flax Fiber
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D6961; 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 3.1.1 water retting, v—in flax,theprocessofimmersingflax
straw for a period of time in water to effect retting.
1.1 This test method covers the instrumental color measure-
3.1.2 dew retting, v—in flax, the process of pulling or
ment of flax fiber.
cutting flax straw and leaving on the soil for a period of time
1.2 Units—The values stated in either SI units or inch-
to allow partial degradation of straw to effect retting.
pound units (which are provided in parentheses) shall be
3.1.3 enzyme retting, v—in flax,theprocessofmechanically
regarded sepaately as standard. The values stated in each
adding enzyme formulations under precise conditions to pulled
system may not be exact equivalents; therefore, each system
or cut flax straw for a period of time to effect retting.
shall be used independently of the other. Combining values
3.2 For definitions of other textile terms used in this test
from the two systems may result in non-conformance with the
method, refer to Terminologies D6798 and D123.
standard.
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the
4. Summary of Test Method
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
4.1 Samples of flax fiber are presented to a color spectro-
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
photometer. Color measurements are taken through a large
priate safety and health practices and determine the applica-
aperture port 25.4 millimeter (1-inch) diameter, in order to
bility of regulatory limitations prior to use.
averageoverthenaturalcolorvariationthatoccursinflaxfiber.
2. Referenced Documents The instrument aperture is fitted with a quartz window. The
window serves two functions, namely, to provide a base for
2.1 ASTM Standards:
compacting the sample during measurement, and to protect the
D123 Terminology Relating to Textiles
instrument from accumulation of stray fiber particles. CIELAB
D1776 Practice for Conditioning and Testing Textiles
L*, a*, and b* measurements are taken and are instrumentally
D6798 Terminology Relating to Flax and Linen
calculated from tristimulus X,Yand Z data, observer function,
E284 Terminology of Appearance
and illuminant data.
E308 Practice for Computing the Colors of Objects by
Using the CIE System
5. Significance and Use
E1164 Practice for Obtaining Spectrometric Data for
5.1 Few standards exist to objectively judge flax quality.
Object-Color Evaluation
Color is an important factor in the quality of flax fiber. Natural
2.2 Other Standard:
variations in raw flax fiber, various processing steps, fiber
AATCC Evaluation Procedure 6 Instrumental Color Mea-
3 blending, and a wide range of end uses contribute to the need
surement
for a standard method of objectively measuring the color of
3. Terminology flax fiber. Spectrophotometic data provide an accurate, precise
determination of the color of flax fiber. Colorimetric data are
3.1 Definitions:
obtained through specimen measurement by combining speci-
men spectral data with data representing a CIE standard
observer and a CIE standard illuminant, as described in
This test method is under the jurisdiction ofASTM Committee D13 onTextiles
and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee D13.17 on Flax and Linen.
Method E308.
Current edition approved Oct. 1, 2003. Published November 2003. DOI:
5.2 If there are differences of practical significance between
10.1520/D6961-03.
2 reported test results for two (or more) laboratories, compara-
For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
tive tests should be performed to determine if there is a
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
statistical bias between them, using competent statistical assis-
the ASTM website.
tance. As a minimum, use the samples for such a comparative
Available from American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists
test that are as homogeneous as possible, drawn from the same
(AATCC), One Davis Dr., P.O. Box 12215, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709-
2215. lot of material as the samples that resulted in disparate results
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D6961–03
during initial testing and randomly assigned in equal numbers 7.3.3 Bundles of flax fiber presented for measurement are
to each laboratory. The results from the laboratories involved rather open-structured, capable of being easily compacted
should be compared using a statistical test for unpaired data, a through pressure. Care should be taken in applying the same
probability level chosen prior to the testing series. If a bias is pressure to samples during measurement, because the density
found, either its cause must be found and corrected, or future of the sample may influence readings. The sample should be
test results for that fiber sample type must be adjusted in compressed firmly against the glass-covered aperture to assure
consideration of the known bias. that the entire aperture is covered by fiber. Consistency in
pressure can be achieved through the use of a fiber compres-
6. Apparatus
sion cell that consists of a cup fiber specimen holder and clamp
6.1 A visible range spectrophotometer (minimum of 20-
that is pressed against the specimen through application of
point) is recommended. Such an instrument provides greater
compressed air.Air pressure of 2.1 to 2.8 kg/cm (30 to 40 psi)
accuracy than colorimeters, spectro-colorimeters, or 10-point
is recommended.
color spectrophotometers.
4 8. Procedure
6.1.1 Instrument Configuration and Settings:
6.1.1.1 Either a 0/45 or a spherical instrument/specimen 8.1 Specimens are compressed at a pressure of 2.1 to 2.8
kg/cm (30 to 40 psi) and presented to the instrument aperture
geometry may be used. The selected geometry should be
included in the rep
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Standard Test Method for Automated Measurement of Maturity, Fineness, Ribbon Width, and Micronaire of Cotton Fibers

SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
5.1 Cotton fiber that is on average finer and more mature is more desirable than coarse or immature fiber, although distinction between these qualities cannot be made quickly and accurately using current test methods. Immature fibers break more easily during processing and have a tendency to form into neps (small entanglements) during processing in the spinning mill. These consequences adversely affect yarn and fabric quality and appearance. Yarn and fabric produced from immature fiber is typically also less lustrous and does not take up dye consistently so yarn and fabric appearance may be different after dyeing.  
5.2 Maturity has a high positive correlation with fiber length and strength but genetic differences and differences in fiber wall thickness caused by plant diseases, soil, and water conditions during the growing season interfere with this relationship.  
5.2.1 Fine fibers are required for fine count yarn manufacture and fiber fineness affects yarn count, evenness and strength. Both fineness and ribbon width are strong genetic traits evident between species and affected by growing conditions within species.  
5.2.2 Micronaire has traditionally been used as a measure of fiber fineness although the value actually measures fiber specific surface area or surface area per unit weight. As a result, micronaire varies concomitantly with both maturity and fineness (see Fig. 2). Maturity and fineness are related to micronaire via Lord’s equation.4
FIG. 2 Relationship Between Micronaire (X), Fineness (H), and Maturity (M)  
5.3 Cottonscope values have been judged against fineness, maturity and ribbon width values produced by examination of thousands of individual, magnified fiber cross-sections. Relationships with equivalent values by these and other older test methods are highly significant5,6 particularly if the number of cross-sections analyzed is high (>3000) and the cross-sections are carefully prepared and measured. Cottonscope measures approximately 20,...
SCOPE
1.1 This test method covers the determination of linear density (gravimetric fineness hereafter stated as fineness), maturity, micronaire, and ribbon width of cotton fibers from a loose, chemically untreated sample taken before harvest, during ginning, during mill processing or unraveled from raw (undyed) yarn or fabric.  
1.2 This test method requires the use of an integrated instrument, for example, the Cottonscope (see Fig. 1), that measures the maturity, fineness, ribbon width, and micronaire of cotton fiber.2
FIG. 1 Cottonscope Instrument
Note 1: For another test method to determine the maturity of cotton fibers, refer to Test Method D1442.  
1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.  
1.4 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.  
1.5 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

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ASTM D6961/D6961M-09(2021)(Test Method)
Standard Test Method for Color Measurement of Flax Fiber

SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
5.1 Few standards exist to objectively judge flax quality. Color is an important factor in the quality of flax fiber. Natural variations in raw flax fiber, various processing steps, fiber blending, and a wide range of end uses contribute to the need for a standard method of objectively measuring the color of flax fiber. Spectrophotometic data provide an accurate, precise determination of the color of flax fiber. Colorimetric data are obtained through specimen measurement by combining specimen spectral data with data representing a CIE standard observer and a CIE standard illuminant, as described in Practice E308.  
5.2 If there are differences of practical significance between reported test results for two (or more) laboratories, comparative tests should be performed to determine if there is a statistical bias between them, using competent statistical assistance. As a minimum, use the samples for such a comparative test that are as homogeneous as possible, drawn from the same lot of material as the samples that resulted in disparate results during initial testing and randomly assigned in equal numbers to each laboratory. The results from the laboratories involved should be compared using a statistical test for unpaired data, 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 for that fiber sample type must be adjusted in consideration of the known bias.
SCOPE
1.1 This test method covers the instrumental color measurement of flax fiber.  
1.2 The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units are to be regarded separately as standard. The values stated in each system are not necessarily exact equivalents; therefore, to ensure conformance with the standard, each system shall be used independently of the other, and values from the two systems shall not be combined.  
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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.  
1.4 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

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