Category ASTM Standards

📐 Scope and Fundamental Terminology The ASTM D2063/D2063M-24 standard provides quantitative test methods for measuring the removal torque of continuous thread closures on containers with matching finishes, evaluating their performance over time under various environmental conditions. This article details the…

📏 Core Dimensional Measurements: Length, Tape, and Chain Width The fundamental dimensions of a zipper are verified using the procedures in Sections 9–14, 15–20, and 45–50. The length of the zipper is measured from the outside bottom of the top…

📐 Test Methods Overview ASTM D2061-07 (Reapproved 2021) provides standard test methods for evaluating the strength of zippers and their components. The standard encompasses several test methods, each designed for specific zipper parts. These methods are interrelated and may require…

ASTM D2058-03 (Reapproved 2022) provides a standardized method to assess the resistance of zipper finishes to drycleaning. This test is integral to evaluating the quality and longevity of decorative coatings on zippers used in apparel and textiles. 📐 Overview and…

📐 Scope and Referenced Standards Designation D2059/D2059M −03 (Reapproved 2022) provides a standardized test method for evaluating the resistance of zippers to corrosion in a salt spray (fog) environment, using the apparatus specified in Practice B117. As stated in Section…

ASTM D2054-99 (Reapproved 2022), under the jurisdiction of Committee D13 on Textiles (Subcommittee D13.54 on Subassemblies), establishes a definitive test method for evaluating the colorfastness of zipper tapes to crocking. This standard specifically determines the degree of color that may…

📐 Scope and Applicability ASTM D2057 – 05 (Reapproved 2022) is a standardized laboratory procedure developed to evaluate the colorfastness of zipper stringers under laundering conditions that simulate home washing. The test method specifically addresses the alteration in the shade…

ASTM D2052-05 (Reapproved 2022) specifies the standard test method for colorfastness of zippers to drycleaning. This method assesses the change in shade and staining of zipper stringers when subjected to drycleaning conditions, applicable to all textile materials used in zippers.…

📐 Overview and Scope of D2053-99 This standard, D2053-99 (Reapproved 2022), is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D13 on Textiles and Subcommittee D13.54 on Subassemblies. It specifies a test method for determining the alteration in shade of the textile…

📐 Standard Scope and Fastener Subassemblies ASTM D2050-23 establishes a standardized terminology for components used in the construction of textile products. This standard specifically categorizes fastener subassemblies into two primary functional groups: closure components and joining components. The closure components…

The ASTM D2051-14 (Reapproved 2022) standard specifies a laboratory method for assessing the durability of decorative finishes on zippers when subjected to laundering. It is a crucial test in the textile subassembly industry, specifically governed by Subcommittee D13.54. ⚙️ Scope…

📐 Scope and Significance of D2047-17 ASTM D2047-17 establishes a rigorous laboratory test method for measuring the static coefficient of friction (SCOF) of polish-coated flooring surfaces utilizing the James Machine. This standard is the definitive procedure for evaluating slip resistance…