Category Archives: Textile Testing Instruments

Children’s Clothing: Fabric Safety & Testing

kids-clothes

Children’s skin is delicate and sensitive. So, the safety and quality of their clothing are critical. These clothes come into direct contact with their skin, so we must focus on them. Testing clothing fabrics helps us choose materials that work well for kids’ skin. This way, we can lower the risks of allergies and abrasions….

Troubleshooting and Calibration of Air Permeability Tester

Air Permeability of Fabric

Troubleshooting and Calibration of Air Permeability Testers What is air permeability? What measures do we use to test air permeability? Which type of instrument measures air permeability? How do you Troubleshoot and Calibrate air permeability testers? In this article, we will examine air permeability and testers. Air Permeability of Fabric Air Permeability of Fabric “The…

Hydrostatic Head Testing for Water-Resistant Fabrics: A Complete Guide

Hydrostatic-Head-Tester

  Introduction to Hydrostatic Head Testing Hydrostatic head testing is a vital method used to evaluate how well water-resistant or waterproof fabrics can withstand water pressure. This test determines the pressure level at which water begins to penetrate the fabric, which is crucial for applications in outdoor gear, tents, rainwear, and protective coverings. What Is…

Pilling Resistance – Tested by ASTM D4970 Martindale Method

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The Martindale test method focuses on the pilling resistance of textiles.The Martindale pilling test methods differ significantly between American and Chinese standards. The American standard uses a 38 mm sample. It has a friction path of 60 mm and a load of 198 g, which is the weight of the abrasion head. The Chinese standard…

Examining How ICI Pilling Test Conditions Affect Pilling Test Results

ICI pilling box test

Pilling is a common problem in knitted fabrics. It affects how they look and traps dirt. This reduces wear performance and leads to a bad experience for consumers. The ICI pilling box method tests how well wool and other knitted fabrics resist pilling. In the ICI pilling test method, the specimen goes into a polyurethane…

Mullen Burst Test and Beyond: Are We Measuring Strength Accurately?

BS Test

  The Mullen burst test measures the strength of paper, cardboard, and corrugated boxes. This test is performed especially for packaging material to ensure its quality. Can it withstand the product load? The Mullen test is not used for high-strength materials because it is designed to evaluate the strength of packaging materials, where we require…

Is 100,000 Cycles Enough? Rethinking Martindale Test Standards in Modern Textiles

Chiuvention Martindale Abrasion Tester for Fabric Durability Testing

  The Martindale abrasion tester is used to measure the abrasion resistance of home textiles and upholstery. It is the simulation of seat cover wear where the fabric undergoes rubbing on a daily basis use. The standard for abrasion resistance is ISO 12 947. Let’s start with what is Martindale Test. Martindale Test The specimen…

Differences Between Fabric Pneumatic, Hydrostatic Burst Strength and Top-burst Strength Testing

fabric bursting strength testing

Fabric bursting strength testing is of great importace for our daily outfit. We often notice that the elbows of sweaters easily deform, the knees of knitted pants are the first to wear out, and socks frequently develop holes in the toe area. Consumers may wonder: Is this a quality issue or an inherent characteristic of…

Terms of Textile Properties and Testing: abrasion, fuzzing, pilling…

fabric drape

The performance and testing of materials are fundamental pillars in the development of the textile industry. From fiber selection to the final formation of fabrics, every step requires precise control over material properties and rigorous testing validation. With the rapid advancement of textile technology, new materials and processes continually emerge, leading to updates in performance…

Comprehensive Guide to Martindale Method for Measuring Fabric Abrasion Resistance: Breakage, Mass Loss, and Appearance Assessment

Martindale Abrasion and Pilling Tester FAQ

The Martindale method stands out as a widely used and reliable approach for determining fabric abrasion resistance. It offers three distinct methods – determination of sample breakage, mass loss, and appearance quality change. This article delves into the details of these three Martindale-based determination methods. Relying on China’s national standards GB/T21196.2 – 4—2007, it aims…