Developed in 1968 by aatcc committee ra63 reaffirmed 2018. Staining or the 9step aatcc chromatic transference scale. In accordance with aatcc 100 test procedure, 1 ml of test organism suspension at about,000 cfuml is inoculated to the test sample. Launderometer aatcc test method 611996 colorfastness to laundering, home and commercial. Aatcc american association of textile chemists and colorists. Classification of coated and water resistant apparel january 2008 notice. Customs and border protection cbp as of the date of publication, which is shown on.
The fabrics were limited to polyestercotton materials. Fx 3000 hydrotester iv with automatic drop detector. Hydrostatic pressure test table icomponents of variance for two fabrics option 1 tester component variance fabric 1 fabric 2 laboratory. This test evaluates colorfastness and staining potential of fabrics under accelerated wash condition that. Pdf characterizing factors affecting the hot liquid penetration.
In short measures the resistance of plastic foils, coated and uncoated fabrics and nonwovens to water penetration by means of the dynamic, static and program test method. Aatcc 127 measures the resistance of fabrics to the liquid penetration of water by impact under constant and increasing hydrostatic pressure spray impact 20cm aami level 3 water resistance. Submit copies of test results showing performance characteristics equaling or exceeding those specified. Aatcc is best known for its standardized test methods and evaluation procedures, which are utilized by sgsips for the analysis of nonwoven materials.
Aatcc 100 antimicrobial test method provides a quantitative evaluation of the antimicrobial activity of the test material. Quality control testing equipment for textile mesdan. Usage of these scales is discussed in aatcc evaluation procedures 2, 3 and 8, respectively. Image depicts the aatcc 127 hydrostatic pressure testing apparatus, which uses a 550 mm 22 inch head of water to evaluate the water holdout of waterproofing materials.
Online services remain available and staff are working from home to serve members and customers. Airins astm e283 canadian air barrier materials standard f. Astm d779 dry indicator method, water penetration resistance 1. A video cassette of the grading pro cedure prepared at the aatcc technical center by the subcommittee and visual examples of pass, borderline and fail con ditions were included in the protocol. Visual assessment descriptive terms and terminology 2018 aatcc. Hydrostatic pressure test purpose and scope this test method measures the resistance of a fabric to the penetration of water under hydrostatic pressure. Additional publications include books and conference proceedings. Vaproshield designs and manufactures high performance, vapor permeable water resistive barriers wrb and air barrier ab membranes and accessories, creating a total solutionbased approach to protecting the building envelope. Aatcc 1122014 formaldehyde release from fabric, determination of. Machine wash cold 30c31c modified version machine wash warm 40c water 85 degree temperature machine wash hot 49c or dry cleaning aatcc 61 if care instruction stated with machine hand. Test methods are compiled in the aatcc technical manual, of which a chinese translation is available.
Aatcc garment wet processing technical manual by committee ra104 garment wet processing technology of the american association of textile chemists and colorists and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The test methods in the aatcc technical manual are subject to revision at any time by the. The test methods chosen depend on the degree of water repellency. The results obtained by this method may not be the same as. Launderometer aatcc test method 611996 colorfastness to. Aatccamerican association of textile chemist and colorists. Visual assessment descriptive terms and terminology.
May 25, 2015 142 tm 1002004 aatcc technical manual2010 developed in 1961 by aatcc commit tee ra31. This test method is applicable for resistivity measurements generally above 10 7. Water resistance depends on the repellency of the fibers and yarns, as well as the fabric construction. Image depicts the aatcc 127 hydrostatic pressure testing apparatus, which uses a. In compliance with local stay at home orders, the aatcc technical center is closed through april 30. Aatcc tm12720172018e, test method for water resistance. Measuring the uv protection factor of fabrics michael w. Aatcc 127 55cm hydrostatic head of water for 5 hrs no leakage noted on underside of.
Aatcc 174 antimicrobial activity in carpet materials. Hydrostatic pressure test iso 811 textile fabrics determination of resistance to water penetration hydrostatic pressure test astm d 2247 standard practice for testing water resistance of coatings in 100 % relative humidity astm d 2570 standard test methods for evaluating. Technical manual for storage on one computer for purposes of viewing, andor printing one. Prediction of hydrostatic pressure and blood penetration of. Pdf aatcc technical manual go to table of contents. Tested in accordance with icces ac 38 criteria to meet ibc and irc requirements for weather resistive barriers. Impact penetration aatcc 42 water resistance hydrostatic pressure aatcc 27 aatcc 42 measures the resistance of fabrics to the. Aatcc 100 antimicrobial fabric test microchem laboratory. The results obtained by this method may not be the same as the results obtained by aatcc methods for. Hydrostatic pressure test aatcc 127 ph of the waterextract from wet processed textiles aatcc 81. To pass this test, the underside of the membrane must show less than 3 drops of water following five 5 hours of 550mm head pressure exposure. Aatcc 127 hydrostatic pressure test sgsips testing.
Eight to ten working days are required if commonly used organisms like the one described in aatcc 100 test standards are tested. Aatcc m12, aatcc style guide for writing test methods. Test standard by american association of textile chemists and colorists, 20. This test is performed with treated and nontreated samples of the test material. At a given time, organisms are extracted with the help of a diluted and plated neutralizer medium. Aatcc 762000 electrical surface resistivity of fabrics covers test methods for the measurement of surface resistivity of various woven fabrics. Aatcc 127 hydrostatic pressure test measures the resistance of a fabric to the penetration of water under hydrostatic pressure.
The eptfe, the es fabric, and the porous pe film had measured hydrostatic pressures of 395, 805, and 474 cm, respectively, which were higher than the hydrostatic pressure of 245 cm required passing the blood penetration test. Below, you will find a summary of the aatcc 100 test method, along with some of its strengths and weaknesses. Nati ii is the only neps tester for which no manual preparation. Our website provide pdf immediately download,sometimes when you purchased. This publication is intended to provide guidance and information to the trade community. It is applicable to all types of fabrics, including those treated with a water resistant or water repellent finish.
Gray scale for color changetechnically equivalent to iso 105a02. Hydrostatic pressure test developed in 1968 by aatcc committee ra63. Click on the method number of interest to see more details about the test, sample requirements and other pertinent information. Aatcc 762000 electrical surface resistivity of fabrics. It is applicable to all types of fabrics, including those treated with. Gray scale for stainingtechnically equivalent to iso 105 a03. By order of the executive directoroffice of the federal registerwashington, d. Hydrocarbon resistance test see other formats a by authority of the united states of america legally binding document by the authority vested by part 5 of the united states code 552a and part 1 of the code of regulations 51 the attached document has been duly incorporated by reference and shall be considered legally binding upon all. Aatcc 174 antimicrobial activity assessment of new carpets scope this test method is designed to determine the antimicrobial activity of carpet materials. It reflects the position on or interpretation of the applicable laws or regulations by u.