Friday 25 July 2014

Fabric Testing

Martindale and Stoll Fabric Tests




Martindale Fabric Test- Most fabrics undergo the Martindale test to check their durability and suitability for various uses. The test is also known as the rub test. Generally the higher the rub number is, the more suitable the fabric is for heavy usage. During the test the fabric samples are mounted flat and rubbed against an abrasive medium (such as wool) in figure eight like motion. Number of cycles (rubs) determines the abrasion rating. Stoll Fabric Test- Another abrasion method used in fabric testing. In this method the fabric sample is mounted over an elastomeric pad and rubbed vertically against an abradant.  The endpoint is evaluated and determined.

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Martindale Fabric Test
Stoll Fabric Test

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