ASTM D3885-07a(2015)
(Test Method)Standard Test Method for Abrasion Resistance of Textile Fabrics (Flexing and Abrasion Method)
Standard Test Method for Abrasion Resistance of Textile Fabrics (Flexing and Abrasion Method)
SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
5.1 This test method is not recommended for acceptance testing of commercial shipments because information on between-laboratory precision is known to be poor.
5.1.1 If there are differences of practical significance between reported test results for two laboratories (or more), comparative tests should be performed to determine if there is a statistical bias between them, using competent statistical assistance. As a minimum, the test samples to be used are as homogenous as possible, are drawn from the material from which the disparate test results were obtained, and are randomly assigned in equal numbers to each laboratory for testing. Other fabrics 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.
5.2 The measurement of the resistance to abrasion of textile fabrics is very complex. The resistance to abrasion is affected by many factors that include the inherent mechanical properties of the fibers; the dimensions of the fibers; the structure of the yarns; the construction of the fabrics; the type, kind, and amount of treatment added to the fibers, yarns, or fabric; the nature of the abradant; the variable action of the abradant over the specimen area abraded; the tension on the specimen; the pressure between the specimen and the abradant; and the dimensional changes in the specimen.
5.3 The measurement of the relative amount of abrasion can be affected by the method of evaluation and is often influenced by the judgment of the operator. It is recognized that with this test method other means of evaluation besides cycles to rupture and breaking strength have been used by the industry, such as color change, appearance change, and so forth. Experience...
SCOPE
1.1 This test method2 covers the determination of the abrasion resistance of woven or nonwoven textile fabrics using the flexing and abrasion tester.
1.2 This test method applies to most woven and nonwoven fabrics providing they do not stretch excessively. It is not applicable to floor coverings.
1.3 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 may not be 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.
1.4 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 and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
Note 1: For other test methods for abrasion resistance of textiles refer to Test Methods D3884, D3886, D4157, D4158, D4966, and AATCC93.
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Designation: D3885 − 07a (Reapproved 2015)
Standard Test Method for
Abrasion Resistance of Textile Fabrics (Flexing and
Abrasion Method)
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D3885; 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 Method that Produces Normally Distributed Data (With-
drawn 2008)
1.1 This test method covers the determination of the
D2906 Practice for Statements on Precision and Bias for
abrasion resistance of woven or nonwoven textile fabrics using
Textiles (Withdrawn 2008)
the flexing and abrasion tester.
D3884 Guide for Abrasion Resistance of Textile Fabrics
1.2 This test method applies to most woven and nonwoven
(Rotary Platform, Double-Head Method)
fabrics providing they do not stretch excessively. It is not
D3886 Test Method for Abrasion Resistance of Textile
applicable to floor coverings.
Fabrics (Inflated Diaphragm Apparatus)
D4157 Test Method for Abrasion Resistance of Textile
1.3 The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units
Fabrics (Oscillatory Cylinder Method)
are to be regarded separately as the standard. Within the text,
D4158 Guide for Abrasion Resistance of Textile Fabrics
the inch-pound units are shown in parentheses. The values
(Uniform Abrasion)
stated in each system may not be exact equivalents; therefore,
D4850 Terminology Relating to Fabrics and Fabric Test
each system shall be used independently of the other. Combin-
Methods
ingvaluesfromthetwosystemsmayresultinnonconformance
D4966 Test Method for Abrasion Resistance of Textile
with this test method.
Fabrics (Martindale Abrasion Tester Method)
1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the
D5035 Test Method for Breaking Force and Elongation of
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
Textile Fabrics (Strip Method)
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
2.2 AATCC Test Method:
priate safety and health practices and determine the applica-
AATCC 93 Abrasion Resistance of Fabrics: Accelerotor
bility of regulatory limitations prior to use.
Method
NOTE 1—For other test methods for abrasion resistance of textiles refer
to Test Methods D3884, D3886, D4157, D4158, D4966, and AATCC93.
3. Terminology
3.1 For all terminology related to D13.60, Fabric Test
2. Referenced Documents
Methods, Specific, see Terminology D4850.
2.1 ASTM Standards:
3.2 The following terms are relevant to this standard:
D76 Specification for Tensile Testing Machines for Textiles
abrasion, abrasion cycle, breaking force, double-stroke,
D123 Terminology Relating to Textiles
flexibility, standard atmosphere for preconditioning textiles,
D1776 Practice for Conditioning and Testing Textiles
standard atmosphere for testing textiles.
D2904 Practice for Interlaboratory Testing of a Textile Test
3.3 For all other terminology related to textiles, see Termi-
nology D123.
This test method is under the jurisdiction ofASTM Committee D13 on Textiles
4. Summary of Test Method
and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee D13.60 on Fabric Test Methods,
4.1 Abrasion resistance is measured by subjecting the speci-
Specific.
Current edition approved July 1, 2015. Published September 2015. Originally
men to unidirectional reciprocal folding and rubbing over a
approved in 1980. Last previous edition approved in 2011 as D3885 – 07a(2011).
specificbarunderspecifiedconditionsofpressure,tension,and
DOI: 10.1520/D3885-07AR15.
2 abrasive action. Resistance to abrasion is evaluated by either
This test method is based upon the development described by Stoll, R.G.,“
ImprovedMultipurposeAbrasionTesteranditsApplicationfortheEvaluationofthe
Wear Resistance of Textiles,” Textile Research Journal, July, 1949, p. 394.
3 4
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determining the percent loss in breaking force of an abraded 5.5 The resistance of textile materials to abrasion as mea-
specimen compared to an unabraded specimen or the cycles to sured by this test method does not include all the factors which
rupture, or both. accountforwearperformanceordurabilityinactualuse.While
the abrasion resistance stated in terms of the number of cycles
and durability (defined as the ability to withstand deterioration
5. Significance and Use
or wearing out in use, including the effects of abrasion) are
5.1 This test method is not recommended for acceptance
frequently related, the relationship varies with different end
testing of commercial shipments because information on
uses. Different factors may be necessary in any calculation of
between-laboratory precision is known to be poor.
predicted durability from specific abrasion data.
5.1.1 If there are differences of practical significance be-
5.5.1 Laboratory tests may be reliable as an indication of
tween reported test results for two laboratories (or more),
relative end use in cases where the difference in abrasion
comparative tests should be performed to determine if there is
resistance of various materials is large, but they should not be
a statistical bias between them, using competent statistical
relied upon where differences in laboratory test findings are
assistance. As a minimum, the test samples to be used are as
small. In general, the results should not be relied upon for
homogenous as possible, are drawn from the material from
prediction of performance during actual wear life for specific
which the disparate test results were obtained, and are ran-
end uses unless there are data showing the specific relationship
domlyassignedinequalnumberstoeachlaboratoryfortesting.
between laboratory abrasion tests and actual wear in the
Other fabrics with established test values may be used for this
intended end use.
purpose. The test results from the two laboratories should be
5.6 This test method is useful for pretreating material for
compared using a statistical test for unpaired data, at a
subsequent testing for strength or barrier performance.
probability level chosen prior to the testing series. If a bias is
found, either its cause must be found and corrected, or future
5.7 The pressure and tension used is varied, depending on
test results must be adjusted in consideration of the known
themassandnatureofthematerialandtheend-useapplication.
bias.
Whenever possible, all materials that are to be compared with
each other should be tested under the same pressure and
5.2 The measurement of the resistance to abrasion of textile
tension.
fabrics is very complex. The resistance to abrasion is affected
bymanyfactorsthatincludetheinherentmechanicalproperties
5.8 When abrasion tests are continued to total destruction,
of the fibers; the dimensions of the fibers; the structure of the
abrasion resistance comparisons are not practical for fabrics
yarns; the construction of the fabrics; the type, kind, and
having a different mass because the change in abrasion
amount of treatment added to the fibers, yarns, or fabric; the
resistance is not directly proportional to the change in the
nature of the abradant; the variable action of the abradant over
fabric mass.
the specimen area abraded; the tension on the specimen; the
5.9 All the test methods and instruments that have been
pressure between the specimen and the abradant; and the
developed for abrasion resistance may show a high degree of
dimensional changes in the specimen.
variability in results obtained by different operators and in
5.3 The measurement of the relative amount of abrasion can
different laboratories, however, they represent the methods
be affected by the method of evaluation and is often influenced
most widely used in the industry. Because there is a definite
by the judgment of the operator. It is recognized that with this
need for measuring the relative resistance to abrasion, this test
testmethodothermeansofevaluationbesidescyclestorupture
method is one of several standardized test methods that is
and breaking strength have been used by the industry, such as
useful to help minimize the inherent variation that may occur
color change, appearance change, and so forth. Experience has
in results.
shown these to be highly variable parameters and they are not
5.10 These general observations apply to most fabrics,
recommended without exact criteria identified in an applicable
including woven and nonwoven fabrics that are used in
material specification or contract. Consequently, the criteria of
automotive, household, and wearing apparel applications.
breaking strength and cycles to rupture are the recommended
means of evaluation because they are considered the least
6. Apparatus
variable and interlaboratory agreement is likely to be obtained
6.1 Flex Abrasion Testing Machine (see Figs. 1 and 2),
more easily.
consisting of the following:
5.4 Abrasiontestsaresubjecttovariationsduetochangesin
6.1.1 BalancedHeadandFlexBlockAssembly, that has two
the abradant bar during specific tests. The abradant bar is
parallel, smooth plates.
considered a permanent abradant that uses a hardened metal
6.1.1.1 The balanced head is rigidly supported by a double-
surface. It is assumed that the abradant will not change
lever assembly to provide free movement in a direction
appreciably in a specific series of tests, but obviously similar
perpendicular to the plate of the flex block. This head must
abradantsusedindifferentlaboratorieswillnotlikelychangeat
remain stationary during the test and must be balanced to
the same rate due to differences in usage. Permanent abradants
maintain a uniform vertical pressure from the dead weights.
may also change due to pickup of treatments or other material
from test fabrics and must accordingly be cleaned at frequent
intervals. Consequently, depending upon its usage, the abrad-
ant bar must be checked periodically against a standard. Apparatus and accessories are commercially available.
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FIG. 1 Schematic Diagram of Flexing and Abrasion Tester
FIG. 2 Commercial Flexing and Abrasion Tester
6.1.1.2 The flex block is capable of reciprocating at 115 6 6.1.2 Flexing Bar Yoke, sufficiently rigid to prevent distor-
10 double strokes per minute of 25 6 2-mm (1 6 0.1-in.) tion during the specimen loading and capable of applying
stroke length. tension to the rigidly secured flexing bar with the force acting
6.1.1.3 Clamps are secured to the front of each plate of the parallel to the surface of the head and block assembly plates
head and flex-block assemblies to permit mounting of the and perpendicular to the fold of the specimen such that an
specimen. The clamps have surfaces that prevent slippage of evenly distributed tension is provided across the fold of the
the specimen and permit the specimen after it has been folded specimen.
over the abradant bar to be centrally positioned and aligned 6.1.2.1 A positioning device is provided to position the
with its long direction parallel to the reciprocating flex bar. flexingbarandyokeassemblywhileloadingthespecimensuch
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that the edge of the flexing bar is parallel to the fold of the 8. Sampling and Test Specimens
specimen during the test. The positioning device is capable of
8.1 Primary Sampling Unit—Consider rolls of fabric or
moving into contact with the yoke prior to loading the
fabric components of fabricated systems to be the primary
specimen and moving away from contact with the yoke just
sampling unit, as applicable.
prior to starting the test machine.
8.2 Laboratory Sampling Unit—As a laboratory sampling
6.1.3 Thumb Screw, that allows moving the clamp to pro-
unit take from rolls at least one full-width piece of fabric that
vide slack take-up of the specimen.
is1m(1yd)in length along the selvage (machine direction),
6.1.4 Machine Stopping Mechanism, a microswitch, or
after removing a first1m(1yd) length. For fabric components
equivalent, to stop the machine, actuated by the release of the
of fabricated systems use the entire system
tension on the specimen when it ruptures.
8.3 Test Specimens—From each laboratory sampling unit,
6.1.5 Cycle Counter, to record the number of cycles (double
cut 4 warp-wise (lengthwise) and 4 filling-wise (widthwise)
strokes) and stop the machine at fabric failure.
test specimens at least 200 mm (8 in.) long. For woven fabrics,
6.1.6 Automatic Shutoff, as part of the cycle counter or
cut specimens either 32 mm (1 ⁄4 in.) wide if there are 50 yarns
in-line timer, or equivalent, with set and stop mechanism
per 25 mm (1 in.) or more, or 38 mm (1 ⁄2 in.) wide if there are
capable of stopping the machine at a predetermined number of
lessthan50yarnsper25mm.Raveleachspecimentoa25mm
cycles.
width by removing from each side approximately the same
6.1.7 CalibratedTensionWeights, with individual masses of
number of yarns. For woven fabrics, the long dimensions are
250, 500, and 1000 g ( ⁄2, 1, and 2 lbf) that can provide up to
cut parallel to the warp yarns for lengthwise abrasion and
a total of 2500 g (5 lbf) that fit on a weight rack that is attached
parallel to the filling yarns for widthwise abrasion. For non-
by cables to the yoke to adjust tension to the specimen.
woven fabrics or fabrics not easily raveled, cut each specimen
Individual weight tolerances are 61%.
25 mm wide. Take lengthwise specimens from different posi-
6.1.8 Calibrated Head Weights, with individual masses of tions across the width of the fabric. Take widthwise specimens
250, 500, and 1000 g ( ⁄2, 1, and 2 lbf) that can provide up to
fromdifferentpositionsalongthelengthofthefabric.Consider
a total of 2500 g (5 lbf) that fits on the balanced head, to apply the long direction as the direction of test. Specimens prepara-
pressure to the specimen. Individual weight tolerances are
tion need not be carried out in the standard atmosphere for
61%.
testing. Label to maintain specimen identity. If tests are to be
performed on unabraded tests, cut a second set of 4 specimens
6.2 Working Flex Bar, used for testing, 1.6 6 0.4 by 11.2 6
from each fabric
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Designation: D3885 − 07a (Reapproved 2011) D3885 − 07a (Reapproved 2015)
Standard Test Method for
Abrasion Resistance of Textile Fabrics (Flexing and
Abrasion Method)
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D3885; 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 abrasion resistance of woven or nonwoven textile fabrics using the flexing
and abrasion tester.
1.2 This test method applies to most woven and nonwoven fabrics providing they do not stretch excessively. It is not applicable
to floor coverings.
1.3 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 may not be 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.
1.4 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 and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory
limitations prior to use.
NOTE 1—For other test methods for abrasion resistance of textiles refer to Test Methods D3884, D3886, D4157, D4158, D4966, and AATCC93.
2. Referenced Documents
2.1 ASTM Standards:
D76 Specification for Tensile Testing Machines for Textiles
D123 Terminology Relating to Textiles
D1776 Practice for Conditioning and Testing Textiles
D2904 Practice for Interlaboratory Testing of a Textile Test Method that Produces Normally Distributed Data (Withdrawn 2008)
D2906 Practice for Statements on Precision and Bias for Textiles (Withdrawn 2008)
D3884 Guide for Abrasion Resistance of Textile Fabrics (Rotary Platform, Double-Head Method)
D3886 Test Method for Abrasion Resistance of Textile Fabrics (Inflated Diaphragm Apparatus)
D4157 Test Method for Abrasion Resistance of Textile Fabrics (Oscillatory Cylinder Method)
D4158 Guide for Abrasion Resistance of Textile Fabrics (Uniform Abrasion)
D4850 Terminology Relating to Fabrics and Fabric Test Methods
D4966 Test Method for Abrasion Resistance of Textile Fabrics (Martindale Abrasion Tester Method)
D5035 Test Method for Breaking Force and Elongation of Textile Fabrics (Strip Method)
2.2 AATCC Test Method:
AATCC 93 Abrasion Resistance of Fabrics: Accelerotor Method
3. Terminology
3.1 For all terminology related to D13.60, Fabric Test Methods, Specific, see Terminology D4850.
This test method is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D13 on Textiles and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee D13.60 on Fabric Test Methods, Specific.
Current edition approved May 1, 2011July 1, 2015. Published June 2011September 2015. Originally approved in 1980. Last previous edition approved in 20072011 as
D3885 – 07a.D3885 – 07a(2011). DOI: 10.1520/D3885-07AR11.10.1520/D3885-07AR15.
This test method is based upon the development described by Stoll, R.G.,“ Improved Multipurpose Abrasion Tester and its Application for the Evaluation of the Wear
Resistance of Textiles,” Textile Research Journal, July, 1949, p. 394.
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 the ASTM website.
The last approved version of this historical standard is referenced on www.astm.org.
Available from 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
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3.2 The following terms are relevant to this standard: abrasion, abrasion cycle, breaking force, double-stroke, flexibility,
standard atmosphere for preconditioning textiles, standard atmosphere for testing textiles.
3.3 For all other terminology related to textiles, see Terminology D123.
4. Summary of Test Method
4.1 Abrasion resistance is measured by subjecting the specimen to unidirectional reciprocal folding and rubbing over a specific
bar under specified conditions of pressure, tension, and abrasive action. Resistance to abrasion is evaluated by either determining
the percent loss in breaking force of an abraded specimen compared to an unabraded specimen or the cycles to rupture, or both.
5. Significance and Use
5.1 This test method is not recommended for acceptance testing of commercial shipments because information on
between-laboratory precision is known to be poor.
5.1.1 If there are differences of practical significance between reported test results for two laboratories (or more), comparative
tests should be performed to determine if there is a statistical bias between them, using competent statistical assistance. As a
minimum, the test samples to be used are as homogenous as possible, are drawn from the material from which the disparate test
results were obtained, and are randomly assigned in equal numbers to each laboratory for testing. Other fabrics 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.
5.2 The measurement of the resistance to abrasion of textile fabrics is very complex. The resistance to abrasion is affected by
many factors that include the inherent mechanical properties of the fibers; the dimensions of the fibers; the structure of the yarns;
the construction of the fabrics; the type, kind, and amount of treatment added to the fibers, yarns, or fabric; the nature of the
abradant; the variable action of the abradant over the specimen area abraded; the tension on the specimen; the pressure between
the specimen and the abradant; and the dimensional changes in the specimen.
5.3 The measurement of the relative amount of abrasion can be affected by the method of evaluation and is often influenced
by the judgment of the operator. It is recognized that with this test method other means of evaluation besides cycles to rupture and
breaking strength have been used by the industry, such as color change, appearance change, and so forth. Experience has shown
these to be highly variable parameters and they are not recommended without exact criteria identified in an applicable material
specification or contract. Consequently, the criteria of breaking strength and cycles to rupture are the recommended means of
evaluation because they are considered the least variable and interlaboratory agreement is likely to be obtained more easily.
5.4 Abrasion tests are subject to variations due to changes in the abradant bar during specific tests. The abradant bar is
considered a permanent abradant that uses a hardened metal surface. It is assumed that the abradant will not change appreciably
in a specific series of tests, but obviously similar abradants used in different laboratories will not likely change at the same rate
due to differences in usage. Permanent abradants may also change due to pickup of treatments or other material from test fabrics
and must accordingly be cleaned at frequent intervals. Consequently, depending upon its usage, the abradant bar must be checked
periodically against a standard.
5.5 The resistance of textile materials to abrasion as measured by this test method does not include all the factors which account
for wear performance or durability in actual use. While the abrasion resistance stated in terms of the number of cycles and
durability (defined as the ability to withstand deterioration or wearing out in use, including the effects of abrasion) are frequently
related, the relationship varies with different end uses. Different factors may be necessary in any calculation of predicted durability
from specific abrasion data.
5.5.1 Laboratory tests may be reliable as an indication of relative end use in cases where the difference in abrasion resistance
of various materials is large, but they should not be relied upon where differences in laboratory test findings are small. In general,
the results should not be relied upon for prediction of performance during actual wear life for specific end uses unless there are
data showing the specific relationship between laboratory abrasion tests and actual wear in the intended end use.
5.6 This test method is useful for pretreating material for subsequent testing for strength or barrier performance.
5.7 The pressure and tension used is varied, depending on the mass and nature of the material and the end-use application.
Whenever possible, all materials that are to be compared with each other should be tested under the same pressure and tension.
5.8 When abrasion tests are continued to total destruction, abrasion resistance comparisons are not practical for fabrics having
a different mass because the change in abrasion resistance is not directly proportional to the change in the fabric mass.
5.9 All the test methods and instruments that have been developed for abrasion resistance may show a high degree of variability
in results obtained by different operators and in different laboratories, however, they represent the methods most widely used in
the industry. Because there is a definite need for measuring the relative resistance to abrasion, this test method is one of several
standardized test methods that is useful to help minimize the inherent variation that may occur in results.
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5.10 These general observations apply to most fabrics, including woven and nonwoven fabrics that are used in automotive,
household, and wearing apparel applications.
6. Apparatus
6.1 Flex Abrasion Testing Machine (see Figs. 1 and 2), consisting of the following:
6.1.1 Balanced Head and Flex Block Assembly, that has two parallel, smooth plates.
6.1.1.1 The balanced head is rigidly supported by a double-lever assembly to provide free movement in a direction
perpendicular to the plate of the flex block. This head must remain stationary during the test and must be balanced to maintain a
uniform vertical pressure from the dead weights.
6.1.1.2 The flex block is capable of reciprocating at 115 6 10 double strokes per minute of 25 6 2-mm (1 6 0.1-in.) stroke
length.
6.1.1.3 Clamps are secured to the front of each plate of the head and flex-block assemblies to permit mounting of the specimen.
The clamps have surfaces that prevent slippage of the specimen and permit the specimen after it has been folded over the abradant
bar to be centrally positioned and aligned with its long direction parallel to the reciprocating flex bar.
6.1.2 Flexing Bar Yoke, sufficiently rigid to prevent distortion during the specimen loading and capable of applying tension to
the rigidly secured flexing bar with the force acting parallel to the surface of the head and block assembly plates and perpendicular
to the fold of the specimen such that an evenly distributed tension is provided across the fold of the specimen.
6.1.2.1 A positioning device is provided to position the flexing bar and yoke assembly while loading the specimen such that the
edge of the flexing bar is parallel to the fold of the specimen during the test. The positioning device is capable of moving into
contact with the yoke prior to loading the specimen and moving away from contact with the yoke just prior to starting the test
machine.
6.1.3 Thumb Screw, that allows moving the clamp to provide slack take-up of the specimen.
6.1.4 Machine Stopping Mechanism, a microswitch, or equivalent, to stop the machine, actuated by the release of the tension
on the specimen when it ruptures.
6.1.5 Cycle Counter, to record the number of cycles (double strokes) and stop the machine at fabric failure.
6.1.6 Automatic Shutoff, as part of the cycle counter or in-line timer, or equivalent, with set and stop mechanism capable of
stopping the machine at a predetermined number of cycles.
6.1.7 Calibrated Tension Weights, with individual masses of 250, 500, and 1000 g ( ⁄2, 1, and 2 lbf) that can provide up to a
total of 2500 g (5 lbf) that fit on a weight rack that is attached by cables to the yoke to adjust tension to the specimen. Individual
weight tolerances are 61 %.
6.1.8 Calibrated Head Weights, with individual masses of 250, 500, and 1000 g ( ⁄2, 1, and 2 lbf) that can provide up to a total
of 2500 g (5 lbf) that fits on the balanced head, to apply pressure to the specimen. Individual weight tolerances are 61 %.
Apparatus and accessories are commercially available.
FIG. 1 Schematic Diagram of Flexing and Abrasion Tester
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FIG. 2 Commercial Flexing and Abrasion Tester
1 1 7 7
6.2 Working Flex Bar, used for testing, 1.6 6 0.4 by 11.2 6 1.6 mm ( ⁄16 6 ⁄64 by ⁄16 6 ⁄16 in.) in cross section, made with
tool steel tipped with an edge of cemented carbide. The top, bottom, and edge of the bar that is in contact with the specimen is
finished by grinding and polishing, leveling off the microscopic projection without breaking the edges of the bar. The bar is capable
of firmly attaching to the yoke.
6.3 Standardized Master Flex Bar, to standardize the working flex bar, including storage container to prevent bar damage,
available from the manufacturer.
6.4 Calibration Ribbon , fused acetate ribbon, 25 mm (1 in.) wide, available from the manufacturer.
6.5 Tensile Testing Machine, of the CRE, CRL, or CRT type conforming to Specification D76, with respect to force indication,
working range, capacity, and elongation indicator and designed for operation at a speed of 300 6 10 mm/min (12 6 0.5 in./min);
or, a variable speed drive, change gears, or interchangeable full-scale force range as required to obtain 20 6 3 s time-to-break.
6.6 Nylon Brush, medium bristle, or equivalent.
6.7 Acetone, or other appropriate solvent to clean the flex
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