This test method is applicable for resistivity measurements generally above 10 7. This test is performed with treated and nontreated samples of the test material. Aatcc 197 vertical wicking of textiles engineering360. Information relative to the principle of the instrument may be obtained by reference to the original article by slowinske, g. 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. Aatcc 197 2018 is used to evaluate the ability of vertically aligned fabric specimens to. Colorfastness is the property of a dye or print that enables it to retain its depth and shade through the wear life of a product. Keep up with the latest news, innovations, and testing that affects you as a textile professional. By performing the test at nonstandard textile conditions, it is possible to simulate drying at body temperature or to perform testing at temperatures that. 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.
Single sample method editorially revised 1994 2019 aatcc. Below, you will find a summary of the aatcc 100 test method, along with some of its strengths and weaknesses. Hydrostatic pressure test aatcc 127 ph of the waterextract from wet processed textiles aatcc 81. At a given time, organisms are extracted with the help of a diluted and plated neutralizer medium. The hard bound black and gold book is a staple reference in many textile laboratories. Aatcc test method committees approve brand new test.
Launderometer aatcc test method 611996 colorfastness. Aatccamerican association of textile chemist and colorists id number title year organization page. Every human being sweats during different kinds of activities. Multifiber test fabric should run along the length of the sample. A crock test is used to determine the amount of color that may be transferred from a sample fabric to another fabric by rubbing.
Prepost wash wicking behavior, moisture transfer, and water. Tm197tm 197 vertical wicking of textiles aatcc aatcc. Aatcc 1692009 weather resistance of textiles xenon lamp. Aatcc test method committees approve brand new test methods. Aatcc test method textile testing products,professional in textile. Po box 12215 research triangle park, nc 277092215 united states. Aatcc 100 antimicrobial fabric test microchem laboratory. Aatcc test method 197 2011, vertical wicking of textiles aatcc test method 1982011, horizontal wicking of textiles.
Po box 12215 research triangle park, nc 277092215 united states phone. Dec 16, 2017 aatcc believes this consensus approach creates the best, most robust test methods to serve a diverse modern textile industry. Antibacterial activity of assessment of textile materials, parallel streak method, technical manual of the aatcc, research triangle park, usa. Pdf moisture transfer property of textiles has profound impacts on both clothing. China textile press 2017 aatcc technical manual supplementary volume of 92 volumes. 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. Aatcc is making pdf copies of adr issues available to at no costto aatcc members only. Dye dusting photographic rating scale this photographic scale is used to.
Absorbency if claimed aatcc 79 after 1 laundering 197. Aatcc 762000 electrical surface resistivity of fabrics covers test methods for the measurement of surface resistivity of various woven fabrics. Appearance of fabrics after repeated home laundering. As an educator, martin has been called upon numerous times to represent aatcc at annual sdc events, and has spoken at a number of aatcc activities in india and china for the association. A sample fabric is fastened to the crock meter and then rubbed against a white test cloth.
Dye dusting photographic rating scale this photographic scale is used to assign a numerical grade for the degree of. Sew or staple multifiber test fabric along one edge of the technical face of the sample. Test methods are compiled in the aatcc technical manual, of which a chinese translation is available. Aatcc 196 2011 colorfastness to sodium hypochlorite of a textile floor covering colored pile yarn floor covering to evaluate colorfastness to chlorine bleach aatcc 197 2011 vertical wicking of textiles woven, knitted, or nonwoven fabrics to evaluate the ability of vertically aligned fabric specimens to transport liquid along andor through them. A test apparatus to measure vertical wicking of fabrics. 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. Free 2019 special issue of aatcc journal of research. Aatcc197 vertical wicking of textiles document center, inc. Additional publications include books and conference proceedings.
Staining or the 9step aatcc chromatic transference scale. Aatcc test methods 197 2011, vertical wicking of textiles and 1982011, horizontal wicking of textiles absorbency capability. The aatcc 30 method, titled antifungal activity, assessment on textile materials. Launderometer aatcc test method 611996 colorfastness to. Rain test 2019 aatcc 2 89 mercerization in cotton editorially revised 1994 2019 aatcc 3 92 chlorine, retained, tensile loss. The major requirement of this moisture management performance is to absorb the sweat quickly from the skin and transport it to the outer surface of the garment to. An overview on objective evaluation of wicking property of. Aatcc 197 2018 is used to evaluate the ability of vertically aligned fabric specimens to transport liquid along andor through them, and is appliacable to woven, knitted, or nonwoven fabrics. Aatcc test method 611996 colorfastness to laundering, home and commercial. Absorbency if claimed aatcc 79 after 1 laundering aatcc test method 81996 what this test is used for. If you want to continue receiving aatcc news, events, and information notices, resubscribe and optin here. The fabrics were limited to polyestercotton materials.
Aatcc 1992018 is intended to evaluate the drying time of knit, woven or nonwoven fabrics at an elevated temperature using a gravimetric moisture analyzer. Drying rate of textiles at their absorbent capacity. Appearance of durable press fabrics after repeated home laundering. Vertical wicking was tested using aatcc 19720 and lengthwise. Five separate methods test different home washing conditions. Aatcc 30 antifungal assessment and mildew resistance test. Moisture management property is a significant feature of any clothing and especially meant for active sportswear, which determines the comfort level of that fabric. Aatcc test method 1962011, colorfastness to sodium hypochlorite of a textile floor covering aatcc test method 197 2011, vertical wicking of textiles, aatcc test method 1982011, horizontal. Aatccamerican association of textile chemist and colorists.
In accordance with aatcc 100 test procedure, 1 ml of test organism suspension at about,000 cfuml is inoculated to the test sample. Impact penetration aatcc 42 water resistance hydrostatic pressure aatcc 27 aatcc 42 measures the resistance of fabrics to the. Aatcc197 vertical wicking of textiles document center. American association of textile chemists and colorists. Aatcc american association of textile chemist and colorists id number title year organization page 1 35 water resistance. At a given time, organisms are extracted with the help of. Appearance of durable press fabrics after \rrepeated home laundering. Usage of these scales is discussed in aatcc evaluation procedures 2, 3 and 8, respectively. Dimensional change 3% max aatcc 5 colorfastnessburnt gas fumes2 cycles class 4 a aatcc 23laundering shade change after 1 cycle class 4 a aatcc 61crocking aatcc 8, 116 dry class 4 b wet class 3light 160 aatcc sfu class 4 a aatcc 16ozone 1 cycle class 4 a aatcc 129 this method has been withdrawn. 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. Aatcc 762000 electrical surface resistivity of fabrics. The american association of textile chemists and colorists aatcc has developed and approved several new test methods for evaluating wicking or moisture management properties of performance fabrics 1,2. 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. By order of the executive director office of the federal register washington, d.
The pdf version offers the added convenience of a search function and hyperlinks among crossreferenced methods. This test evaluates colorfastness and staining potential of fabrics under accelerated wash condition that simulate five home washings. Manual of the american association of textile chemists and colorist. Water aatcc 1071981 class 45 perspiration aatcc 151979 class 45 dry cleaning aatcc 21979 class 45 fadeometer test aatcc16a90, 100 hrs class 5no color change weatherometer xenon arc, sae j1885, 225 kj. Aatcc gray scale for color change aatcc gray scale for staining procedure. Appearance of durable press fabrics after repeated. Aatcc test method 1962011, colorfastness to sodium hypochlorite of a textile floor covering aatcc test method 197 2011, vertical wicking of textiles. Aatcc american association of textile chemists and colorists. Pdf moisture absorption and transport through textiles.