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ZHTest Method: SATRA TM229
Resistance of finished insoles to circular rubbing
April 2002
SCOPE
This test method is intended to assess the degree of damage and transfer of a materials surface colour during mild abrasion. The method is applicable to finished insoles but can be used to assess any material having a surface finish such as leather, plastics and textiles.
PRINCIPLE
Wet Rub
A specimen of the material is rubbed by a rotating wet circular wool felt pad under a constant contact force. The test is stopped after a predetermined number of revolutions and the damage to, or transfer of colour is assessed subjectively using a geometric grey scale.
Perspiration Rub
A specimen of the material is rubbed by a rotating wet circular wool felt pad covered by a woven woollen cloth under a constant contact force. The amount of damage to the surface of the material is assessed visually at increasing numbers of revolutions.
REFERENCES
EN 20105:A02 - Grey scale for assessing change in colour.
EN 20105:A03 - Grey scale for assessing staining.
ENISO 105- A01 Colour fastness of leather and textiles: General principles of testing.
HISTORY
First issued April 2002.
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: £75
- Non-members: £215