Standard Guide for Abrasion Resistance of Textile Fabrics (Uniform Abrasion)

SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
The resistance to abrasion of textile materials is affected by many factors in a complex manner. The results obtained from the use of this instrument assist in evaluating these factors relative to the wear serviceability of the final textile product in specific end uses. 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, amount of treatment added to the fibers, yarns or fabric; the nature of the abradant; the tension on the specimen; the pressure between the specimen and the abradant; and the dimensional changes in the specimen. Experience has shown in many instances, that relative results obtained with this instrument when used on a series of fabrics, agreed with those obtained based upon performance in end use. However, caution is advised because anomalous results may occur due to uncontrolled factors in manufacturing or other processes. Specific instances have been described. , , , In any event, anomalous results should be studied to further understand the complex behavior that may occur as a result of abrasion that may in turn assist in the development of more durable fabrics.
Testing some specimens under “wet” conditions can add another dimension to the evaluation of some textiles. Such testing under “wet” conditions can help ascertain the effect of changes in a fabric's resistance to abrasion when it becomes wet. This test can also increase the uniformity of the abrading action by washing away abrasion debris and preventing the build up of broken fibers that can interfere with the proper progression of the tests.
This test is used as a guide in evaluating textiles in quality control and in research.
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 statistic...
SCOPE
1.1 This guide covers the determination of the resistance to abrasion of a wide range of textile materials using the uniform abrasion testing instrument. Fabrics of all types including carpets, garments and nonwovens may be tested under this method.
Note 1—Other procedures for measuring the abrasion resistance of textile fabrics are given in: Test Methods D 3884, D 3885, D 3886, D 4157, D 4966, and AATCC Test Method 93.  
1.1.1 Provisions are provided for testing specimens in dry and wet conditions. Four options for evaluation are included:
Option 1—Fabric Rupture Option 2—Mass Loss Option 3—Thickness Loss Option 4—Breaking Strength Loss
1.1.2 Provision is provided for testing specimens in the wet state.
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 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 the specification.
1.3 This guide 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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Designation:D4158–08
Standard Guide for
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Abrasion Resistance of Textile Fabrics (Uniform Abrasion)
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D4158; 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 D1776 Practice for Conditioning and Testing Textiles
D3884 Test Method for Abrasion Resistance of Textile
1.1 This guide covers the determination of the resistance to
Fabrics (Rotary Platform, Double-Head Method)
abrasion of a wide range of textile materials using the uniform
D3885 Test Method for Abrasion Resistance of Textile
abrasion testing instrument. Fabrics of all types including
Fabrics (Flexing and Abrasion Method)
carpets, garments and nonwovens may be tested under this
D3886 Test Method for Abrasion Resistance of Textile
method.
Fabrics (Inflated Diaphragm Apparatus)
NOTE 1—Other procedures for measuring the abrasion resistance of
D4157 Test Method for Abrasion Resistance of Textile
textile fabrics are given in: Test Methods D3884, D3885, D3886, D4157,
Fabrics (Oscillatory Cylinder Method)
D4966, and AATCC Test Method 93.
D4850 Terminology Relating to Fabrics and Fabric Test
1.1.1 Provisions are provided for testing specimens in dry
Methods
and wet conditions. Four options for evaluation are included:
D4966 Test Method for Abrasion Resistance of Textile
Option 1—Fabric Rupture
Fabrics (Martindale Abrasion Tester Method)
Option 2—Mass Loss
D5035 Test Method for Breaking Force and Elongation of
Option 3—Thickness Loss
Option 4—Breaking Strength Loss Textile Fabrics (Strip Method)
2.2 Other Documents:
1.1.2 Provision is provided for testing specimens in the wet
AATCC Test Method 93 Abrasion Resistance of Fabrics:
state.
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Accelerator Method
1.2 The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units
are to be regarded separately as the standard. Within the text,
3. Terminology
the inch-pound units are shown in parentheses. The values
3.1 For all terms relating to D13.60, Fabric Test Methods,
stated in each system may not be exact equivalents; therefore,
Specific, refer to Terminology D4850.
each system shall be used independently of the other. Combin-
3.1.1 The following terms are relevant to this standard:
ingvaluesfromthetwosystemsmayresultinnonconformance
abrasion ,abrasion cycle, rotation.
with the specification.
3.2 For all other terminology related to textiles, see Termi-
1.3 This guide does not purport to address all of the safety
nology D123.
concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility
of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and
4. Summary of Test
health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory
4.1 A specimen is mounted in a holder and abraded uni-
limitations prior to use.
formly in all directions in the plane and about every point of
the surface of the specimen. The settings of the instrument,
2. Referenced Documents
method of mounting specimens, conditions of test (conditioned
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2.1 ASTM Standards:
or wet), and criteria to be used in evaluating abrasive wear in
D123 Terminology Relating to Textiles
the test, depend upon the nature of the specimen to be tested
and the use to be made of the test results. Abrasion resistance
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for wear is evaluated by one or more conditions of destruction,
This guide is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D13 on Textiles and
is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee D13.60 on Fabric Test Methods,
a defined surface damage, loss in the mass, strength or
Specific.
thickness of test specimens, or by increased weakness in the
CurrenteditionapprovedJune1,2008.PublishedJuly2008.Originallyapproved
sample as shown by a subsequent test by another method,
in 1982. Last previous edition approved in 2001 as D4158 – 01. DOI: 10.1520/
D4158-08. depending on the material or its intended use.
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contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM
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Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on Available from American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists, P.O.
the ASTM website. Box 12215, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709.
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5. Significance and Use 5.4 Thistestisuniqueandissignificantlydifferentfromany
other existing abrading test.
5.1 The resistance to abrasion of textile materials is affected
5.5 This guide may also be used as a technique for pretreat-
by many factors in a comple
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Designation:D4158–01 Designation:D4158–08
Standard Guide for
1
Abrasion Resistance of Textile Fabrics (Uniform Abrasion)
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D 4158; 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 guide covers the determination of the resistance to abrasion of a wide range of textile materials using the uniform
abrasion testing instrument. Fabrics of all types including carpets, garments and nonwovens may be tested under this method.
NOTE 1—Other procedures for measuring the abrasion resistance of textile fabrics are given in: Test Methods D 3884, D 3885, D 3886, D 4157,
D 4966, and AATCC Test Method 93.
1.1.1 Provisions are provided for testing specimens in dry and wet conditions. Four options for evaluation are included:
Option 1—Fabric Rupture
Option 2—Mass Loss
Option 3—Thickness Loss
Option 4—Breaking Strength Loss
1.1.2 Provision is provided for testing specimens in the wet state.
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 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 the
specification.
1.3 This guide 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:
D 123 Terminology Relating to Textiles
D 1776Practice for Conditioning Textiles for Testing Practice for Conditioning and Testing Textiles
D 3884Test Methods Guide for Abrasion Resistance of Textile Fabrics (Rotary Platform, Double-Head Method)
D 3885 Test Method for Abrasion Resistance of Textile Fabrics (Flexing and Abrasion Method)
D 3886 Test Method for Abrasion Resistance of Textile Fabrics (Inflated Diaphragm Apparatus)
D 4157 Test Method for Abrasion Resistance of Textile Fabrics (Oscillatory Cylinder Method)
D 4850 Terminology Relating to Fabric
D 4966 Test Method for Abrasion Resistance of Textile Fabrics (Martindale Abrasion Tester Method)
D 5035 Test Method for Breaking Force and Elongation of Textile Fabrics (Strip Method)
2.2 Other Documents:
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AATCC Test Method 93, Abrasion Resistance of Fabrics: Accelerator Method
3. Terminology
3.1Definitions:
3.1.1abrasion, n—the wearing away of any part of a material by rubbing against another surface.
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This methodguide 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 Feb. 10, 2001.June 1, 2008. Published May 2001.July 2008. Originally published as D4158–82.approved in 1982. Last previous edition
D4158–92.approved in 2001 as D 4158 – 01.
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volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on the ASTM website.
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Discontinued- See 2000 Annual Book of ASTM Standards , Vol 07.02.
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Available from 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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3.1.2abrasion cycle, n—one complete movement of an abradant across the surfaces of a material being abraded.
3.1.2.1Discussion—The complete movement for an abrasion cycle is dependent on the action of the abrasion machine and the
test method used. It may consist of one back and forth nondirectional movement, or one circular movement, or a combination of
both. For the uniform abrasion method, one cycle is one circular movement or rotation as noted on its counter.
3.1.3rotation, n—one count on the counter which is roughly equivalent to one cycle.
3.2For definitions of other terms used in these metho
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