ASTM D7016-07

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Designation: D7016 – 07
Standard Test Method to
Evaluate Edge Binding Components Used in Mattresses
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After Exposure to An Open Flame
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D7016; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
INTRODUCTION
Evaluation of raw material components is a vital and ongoing part of any manufacturing operation,
especially when each item can contribute to the technical performance of the final product.
Components used in a mattress construction govern the ultimate product performance, its comfort and
durability, and also affect its flammability behavior.
The textile components used on the exterior of the mattress—mattress tape and sewing thread—are
critical for holding the structure together. These components contribute to the aesthetics of the
structure, and they are also susceptible to ignition when exposed to an open flame hazard. Data which
indicate that these two components are able to meet minimum performance criteria when exposed to
an open flame provides the mattress manufacturers with valuable information.
The value of these data increases when the behavior of components in a small scale test correlate
to the behavior of these components in a full scale mattress burn test.The performance criteria require
that: (1) the components do not support the combustion of the afterflame and, (2) that these
components demonstrate post flame exposure characteristics which contribute to the retention of
structural integrity and prevent seam rupture. This test method can be used as a quality control
technique in a supplier quality assurance program.
1. Scope 1.3 Fire testing of products and materials is inherently
hazardous, and adequate safeguards for personnel and property
1.1 This standard measures the flammability characteristics
shall be employed in conducting these tests.
of mattress edge bindings and sewing threads during and after
1.4 This test method may involve hazardous materials,
exposure to an open flame ignition source.
operations, and equipment. This standard does not purport to
1.1.1 This test method is used to evaluate these components
address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its
either independently or in combination for use in mattresses
use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to
designed with a fire barrier fabric.
establish appropriate safety and health practices and deter-
1.1.1.1 The test method is used to evaluate mattress edge
mine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
binding and sewing thread when the design requires the use of
these components.
2. Referenced Documents
1.1.2 This standard can be used as a screening test method
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2.1 ASTM Standards:
to determine how sewing thread and mattress edge binding
D123 Terminology Relating to Textiles
component combinations will perform.
D204 Test Methods for Sewing Threads
1.2 This standard is used to measure and describe the
D1683 Test Method for Failure in Sewn Seams of Woven
response of materials, products, or subassemblies to heat and
Apparel Fabrics
flame under controlled conditions, but does not by itself
D7138 Test Method to Determine Melting Temperature of
incorporate all factors required for fire hazard or fire risk
Synthetic Fibers
assessment of the materials, products, or assemblies under
D7140 Test Method to Measure Heat Transfer Through
actual fire conditions.
Textile Thermal Barrier Materials
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This test method is under the jurisdiction ofASTM Committee D13 onTextiles
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and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee D13.52 on Flammability. For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
Current edition approved July 1, 2007. Published August 2007. Originally contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM
approved in 2004. Last previous edition approved in 2004 as D7016–04. DOI: Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
10.1520/D7016-07. the ASTM website.
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2.2 AATCC Method: 4. Summary of Test Method
Standard Laboratory Practice for Home Laundering Fabrics
4.1 Sewingthreadisevaluatedforbreakstrengthbeforeand
Prior to Flammability Testing to Differentiate Between
after exposure to air at an elevated temperature.
Durable and Non-Durable Finishes
4.2 Flame resistance of edge binding tape is determined by
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2.3 Federal Standards: char length measurements.
4.3 Specimens of
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