Test Method: SATRA TM166

Slide fastener burst strength

December 1992 (2016)

SCOPE

This method is intended to assess the burst strength of a closed slide fastener. The method is applicable to all types of slide fastener.

PRINCIPLE

A portion of a closed slide fastener is clamped leaving an exposed circular area which is gradually stretched by forcing a small metal ball attached to a plunger through the centre. The force on the plunger at failure of the fastener is recorded.

REFERENCES

SATRA TM24 – Lastometer ball burst test.

HISTORY

First issued November 1992.

AVAILABILITY

This test method is available to members and non-members.

PRICE (ex. VAT)

This price is for a printed copy of the Test Method.

• Members: £80
• Non-members: £230

TYPE

• Strength

USAGES

• Fasteners, buckles and trims