ASTM D2646-96
Historical Standard: ASTM D2646-96 Standard Test Methods for Backing Fabric Characteristics of Pile Yarn Floor Coverings
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ASTM D2646
1. Scope
1.1 These test methods cover the procedures listed as follows for testing woven, knitted and nonwoven backing fabrics designed for use in the manufacture of pile yarn floor coverings.
1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. The values in inch-pound units are provided as information only and are not exact equivalents. In case of referee decisions, the SI units will prevail.
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
2. Referenced Documents (purchase separately) The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.
ASTM Standards
D123 Terminology Relating to Textiles
D1776 Practice for Conditioning and Testing Textiles
D2257 Test Method for Extractable Matter in Textiles
D3773 Test Methods for Length of Woven Fabric
D3774 Test Method for Width of Textile Fabric
D3775 Test Method for Warp (End) and Filling (Pick) Count of Woven Fabrics
D3776 Test Methods for Mass Per Unit Area (Weight) of Fabric
D3882 Test Method for Bow and Skew in Woven and Knitted Fabrics
D3887 Specification for Tolerances for Knitted Fabrics
D5034 Test Method for Breaking Strength and Elongation of Textile Fabrics (Grab Test)
D5684 Terminology Relating to Pile Floor Coverings
Keywords
carpet; extractable matter; knitted fabric; nonwoven fabric; pile yarn floor covering; primary backing; secondary backing; shrinkage; woven fabric;
ICS Code
ICS Number Code 59.080.30 (Textile fabr)
DOI: 10.1520/D2646-96
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