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20 ounce Non-Woven Tear Test
A Standard Test Method for Tearing Strength of Fabrics by Falling-Pendulum Type (Elmendorf) Apparatus
| Received: 05/2013 | Completed: 12/19/2013 | Letter: C5 | P.0.#: 17324 | Test Report #: 2-99883-0-05 |
| Style: 20 oz Vinyl Wallcovering with Non-Woven Backing. | ||
| Content: Polycotton/Wood Pulp Non-woven Backing | Weight:20 oz Linear Yd. | Color: Sample ID #150336 |
| End Use of Fabric: Commercial Wallcovering | ||
| Category: Elmendorf Tear Specifier: ASTM F 793 /ja | ||
Test Performed
ASTM D 1424 - Standard Test Method for Tearing Strength of Fabrics by Falling-Pendulum Type (Elmendorf) Apparatus
As cited by ASTM D 751-06 - Standard Test Methods for Coated Fabrics Sections 27 - Procedure A - Pendulum Test Method (Elmendorf Apparatus)
Results
| Specimen # | Machine Direction (grams of force) | Cross Machine Direction (grams of force) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3311 | 4490 |
| 2 | 3311 | 4490 |
| 3 | 3719 | 4490 |
| 4 | 3583 | 4400 |
| 5 | 3583 | 4490 |
Classification Criteria
As cited by ASTM F 793 Standard Classification of Wallcovering by Durability Characteristics, Category IV Type I; Category V Type II; Category VI Type III, Commercial Serviceability
| Classification | Criteria | Conclusion |
|---|---|---|
| Category IV Type I | Minimum 194 gf | Passes |
| Category V Type II | Minimum 400 gf | Passes |
| Category VI Type III | Minimum 800 gf | Passes |
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