ASTM D2052-85(1996)

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Designation: D 2052 – 85 (Reapproved 1996)
Standard Test Method for
Colorfastness of Zippers to Drycleaning
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D 2052; 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 (e) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope Evaluation Procedure 3, AATCC Chromatic Transference
Scale
1.1 This test method covers the determination of change in
shade and of staining of zipper stringers under drycleaning
3. Terminology
conditions. This test method is applicable to the textile portion
3.1 Definitions:
of zipper stringers of all materials.
3.1.1 colorfastness, n—A measure of the ability of dyed
1.2 This standard does not purport to address all of the
material when drycleaned to not lose color and to resist color
safety problems associated with its use. It is the responsibility
transfer to another item.
of whoever uses this standard to consult and establish appro-
3.1.2 drycleaning, n—a nonaqueous solvent cleaning.
priate safety and health practices and determine the applica-
3.1.3 For definitions of other textile terms of terms relating
bility of regulatory limitations prior to use.
to zippers, refer to Terminology D 123 and Terminology
2. Referenced Documents D 2050.
2.1 ASTM Standards:
4. Summary of Test Method
D 123 Terminology Relating to Textiles
2 4.1 A specimen of the zipper stringer, in conjunction with
D 2050 Terminology Relating to Zippers
multifiber test fabric is subjected to drycleaning. The dry-
D 2051 Test Method for Durability of Finish of Zippers to
2 cleaned specimen is compared with an original specimen (see
Laundering
2 10.1) and any change in color of the specimen or staining of the
D 2053 Test Method for Colorfastness of Zippers to Light
multifiber test cloth is then assessed using the AATCC Gray
D 2054 Test Method for Colorfastness of Zipper Tapes to
2 Scale for Color Change or the AATCC Chromatic Transference
Crocking
Scale, as appropriate.
D 2057 Test Method for Colorfastness of Zippers to Laun-
dering
5. Significance and Use
D 2058 Test Method for Durability of Finish of Zippers to
2 5.1 This test method is useful for testing to determine if the
Drycleaning
degree of alteration in shade is satisfactory for the intended
D 2059 Test Method for Resistance of Zippers to Salt Spray
2 end-use and for determining if unacceptable staining of color
(Fog)
2 into adjacent fabric will occur.
D 2060 Test Methods for Measuring Zipper Dimensions
D 2061 Test Methods for Strength Tests for Zippers
NOTE 1—For guidance in evaluating the results of this test method,
refer to Practice D 3692.
D 2062 Test Methods for Operability of Zippers
D 2724 Test Methods for Bonded, Fused, and Laminated
5.2 This test method is considered satisfactory for accep-
Apparel Fabrics
tance testing of commercial shipments since the method has
D 3692 Practice for Selection of Zippers for Care-Labeled
been used extensively in the trade for acceptance testing.
Apparel and Household Furnishings
5.2.1 In case of a dispute arising from differences in
2.2 AATCC Methods:
reported test results when using Test Method D 2052 for
Evaluation Procedure 1, AATCC Gray Scale for Color
acceptance testing of commercial shipments, the purchaser and
Change
the supplier should conduct comparative tests to determine if
there is a statistical bias between their laboratories. Competent
1 statistical assistance is recommended for the investigation of
This test method is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D-13 on Textiles
and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee D13.54 on Subassemblies. The bias. As a minimum, the two parties should take a group of
method was developed in cooperation with the Slide Fastener Assn., Inc.
tests specimens that are as homogeneous as possible and that
Current edition approved July 26, 1985. Published September 1985. Originally
are from a lot of material of the type in question. The test
published as D 2052 – 61 T. Last previous edition D 2052 – 80a.
specimens should then be randomly assigned in equal numbers
Annual Book of ASTM Standards, Vol 07.01.
Annual Book of ASTM Standards, Vol 07.02.
to each laboratory for testing. The average results from the two
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laboratories should be compared using a nonparametric test for
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D 2052
unpaired data and an acceptable probability level chosen by the specimen need not be a continuous length.
two parties before the testing is begun. If a bias is found, either 9.2 A duplicate specimen shall be prepared and held for
its cause must be found and corrected or the purchaser and comparison in evaluating the results of the test.
supplier must agree to interpret future test results in the light of
10. Conditioning
the known bias.
10.1 The specimens shall be conditioned for at least4hin
5.3 The method(s) in this standard along with those in Test
Methods D 2051, D 2053, D 2054, D 2057, D 2058, D 2059, the standard atmosphere for testing textiles prior to being
subjected to the drycleaning procedure. Preconditioning is not
D 2060, D 2061, and D 2062 are a collection of proven zipper
test methods. They can be used as aids in the evaluation of necessary.
zippers without the need for a thorough knowledge of zippers.
11. Procedure
The enumerated test methods do not provide for the evaluation
11.1 Using AATCC multifiber test fabric No. 10 for one side
of all zipper properties. Besides those properties measured by
and undyed cotton twill cloth for the other, prepare a bag with
means of the enumerated test methods there are other proper-
inside dimensions of 200 by 100 mm (8 by 4 in.) by sewing the
ties
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