ASTM D3885 : 99

Standard Test Method for Abrasion Resistance of Textile Fabrics (Flexing and Abrasion Method)

Standard Details

1.1 This test method covers the determination of the resistance of woven fabrics to flexing and abrasion using the flexing and abrasion tester. This test method is not applicable to floor coverings.

Note 1-Other procedures for measuring the abrasion resistance of textile fabrics are given in Test Methods D3884, D3886, D1175, and AATCC 61.

1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard; the values in English units are provided as information only and are not exact equivalents.

1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety problems, 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.