This test method determines the ph of wet processed textiles either scoured or bleached 1. Aatcc test method textile testing products,professional in textile. Aatcc m12, aatcc style guide for writing test methods. This test imitates exposure of the textile materials to light in an artificial setting with controlled conditions. This test is performed with treated and nontreated samples of the test material. Spray test aatcc tm6120, colorfastness to laundering.
Standard test methods for quantitative analysis of textiles1 this standard is issued under the. At a given time, organisms are extracted with the help of. Aatcc 1002012 antibacterial finishes on textile materials. Aatcc 81 ph of the waterextract from wet processed. Fluidity of dispersions of cellulose from bleached cotton cloth. The american association of textile chemists and colorists aatcc develop the test methods the textile. Challenge microorganisms are used from fresh cultures. Mildew and rot resistance of textile materials is designed to determine how susceptible textile materials cloth, gauze, or similar object are to mildew and fungal growth and evaluate the efficacy of the fungicides applied to the selected materials. This test evaluates colorfastness and staining potential of fabrics under accelerated wash condition that simulate five home washings. American association of textile chemists and colorists legally binding document.
It is applicable to all types of fabrics, including those treated with a water resistant or water repellent finish. The aatcc 100 test method is the most commonly chosen test and has become the industry standard for antimicrobial fabric performance in the united states. Staining or the 9step aatcc chromatic transference scale. Aatcc 174 antimicrobial activity in carpet materials. It is applicable to textiles made from all fibers in the form of yarn or fabric whether dyed, printed or otherwise colored. Upf results calculated with either spectrum do not differ signi. Hydrostatic pressure test aatcc 127 ph of the waterextract from wet processed textiles aatcc 81. Gray scale for color change indicates the amount of fading or color alteration with. A sample fabric is fastened to the crock meter and then rubbed against a white test cloth. In addition, this textile exam microscope has a high definition microscope camera and hd monitor for viewing live images and capturing. American association of textile chemists and colorists 1976 asin. Any textile material including those with colorants, finishes, and treatments may be used.
Weatherometer aatcc test method 161998 colorfastness. News release for immediate release technical committee on research service award presented research triangle park, n. China textile press 2017 aatcc technical manual supplementary volume of 92 volumes. En 7581 and aatcc 183 provide for reporting of measurements made when the fabrics are wet andor stretched. Below, you will find a summary of the aatcc 100 test method, along with some of its strengths and weaknesses. This manual is one of many steps atlas material testing. Usage of these scales is discussed in aatcc evaluation procedures 2, 3 and 8, respectively. Five separate methods test different home washing conditions. Aatcc 147 parallel streak methodvantibacterial activity. The aatcc 8 is a test method of the american association of textile chemists and colorists aatcc. Po box 12215 research triangle park, nc 277092215 united states. The gray change and gray stain scales are each based on a gray set of visual paint chips that can be purchased from aatcc. Laboratory regional laboratory, textile committee, raj.
A crock test is used to determine the amount of color that may be transferred from a sample fabric to another fabric by rubbing. To test for wet crocking, the standard fabric is wet before rubbing against the. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. Qc sterility assurance microbiology antimicrobial testing. Colorfastness to crocking university of northern iowa. New methods that have been added and other impo rtant changes made since the last issue are summarized on page 16. Aatcc 174 antimicrobial activity assessment of new carpets scope this test method is designed to determine the antimicrobial activity of carpet materials.
The test methods in the aatcc technical manual are subject to revision at any time by the responsible technical. Stephen steve simonson during the aatcc international conference awards luncheon held in march 2020 in greenville, sc, usa. Purpose and scope this test method determines the ph of wet processed textiles. Aatcc test method 174 part i mg104 test optionsvariations. Volume 80, 2005aatcc technical manualaatcc takes no position respecting the validity of any patent rights asserted i. Fabrics dimensional changes of fabrics after home laundering aatcc 52010 0 to 50% 4. Aatcc 8 colorfastness to crocking is designed to determine the amount of color transferred from the surface of colored textile materials to other surfaces by rubbing. Kct3104 oil repellency kit for aatcc test method 118 consists of. The test methods in the aatcc technical manual are subject to revision at any time. See table ii for the numerical relationship between l designations of the standards and their colorfastness to light in afus. By order of the executive director office of the federal register washington, d. Act recognizes both methods where the only difference is the light source being used. Aatcc 1692009 weather resistance of textiles xenon lamp. Test method for mercerization in cotton global ihs.
Involute splines and inspectionbest copy available nema wc 70. Aatcc test method 611996 colorfastness to laundering, home and commercial. Aatcc test method 792010, absorbency of textiles, and gats gravimetric absorbency testing system evaporation rate. Aatcc test method 1832014 transmittance or blocking of erythemally weighted. Aatccthe american association of textile chemists and coloristsis a 501c6 notforprofit professional association that provides test method development, quality control materials, educational development, and networking for textile and apparel professionals throughout the world. Launderometer aatcc test method 611996 colorfastness. Colorfastness to crocking aatcc test method 81996 what this test is used for. Aatcc technical manual american association of textile chemists and colorists aatcc on.
Aatcc tm82, fluidity of dispersions of cellulose from bleached cotton cloth. Aatcc 30 antifungal assessment and mildew resistance test. The textile examination microscope shown at left was created to meet all standards required by method aatcc 20 and aatcc 20a. Can also be used to study effects of a cleaning process on antimicrobial resistance of carpets. Gray scale for color change and gray scale for staining. Related to iso 3071 2016 aatcc 120 82 fluidity of dispersions of cellulose from bleached cotton cloth 2016 aatcc 121 6 colorfastness to acids and alkalis related to iso 105e05 and e06 2016 aatcc. Aatcc 16 option 1 or 3 the aatcc 16 option 1 and 3 are test methods of the american association of textile chemists and colorists aatcc. En 7581 and aatcc 183 uses a solar spectrum measured in albuquerque whereas asnzs 4399 uses a solar spectrum measured in melbourne. Aatcc 812016 ph of the waterextract from wet processed textiles. Customized aatcc testing methods laboratory services over 20 years of experience in performing microbialmicrobiology testing services. Aatcc tm81, ph of the waterextract from wet processed textiles. In aatcc 16 option 1 a carbonarc lamp is used as the light source, and in aatcc 16 option 3 a xenonarc lamp is used. Hydrocarbon resistance test name of standards organization.
Aatcc test method 812001page 105 ph of the waterextract from wet processed textiles. Find the most uptodate version of aatcc 81 at engineering360. American association of textile chemists and colorists. Water resistance depends on the repellency of the fibers and yarns, as well as the fabric construction. To make a quantitative determination, the chemicals which influence ph must be removed from the textiles specimen, collected as a water extract and then accurately measured by ph meter. Accelerated aatcc tm812016, ph of the waterextract from wet processed textiles. Textile exam microscopes for aatcc 20 and aatcc 20a methods.
This method uses a standard white cotton fabric that is rubbed against the surface of the test fabric. Physical properties material millwork moccasin mosaic novasuede nuance composition nylon fiber matrix nylon fiber matrix nylon fiber matrix nylon fiber matrix nylon fiber matrix width 54 inch7 cm 54 inch7 cm 54 inch7 cm 54 inch47 cm 54 inch7 cm weight 8. Pdf aatcc technical manual go to table of contents. Microbiological testing services for pharmaceutical, disinfectants, personal care, household, medical device, cosmetic, food, chemical, antiseptics, sanitizers, paint, paper, plastic, fabric and other miscellaneous. Aatccamerican association of textile chemist and colorists. Get aatccs most popular standards in this collection. Aatcc 127 hydrostatic pressure test measures the resistance of a fabric to the penetration of water under hydrostatic pressure. Standard test methods for quantitative analysis of textiles1. Aatcc 100 antimicrobial fabric test microchem laboratory. Patrizia carra centro tessile cotoniero e abbigliamento spa. Weatherometer aatcc test method 161998 colorfastness to light what this test is used for.
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