Methods of test for textiles Physical tests - Determination of abrasion resistance of textile fabrics (rotary platform, double-head method)
Standards Australia
Specifies a method for the determination of the abrasion resistance of wet or dry textile fabrics using the rotary platform, double-head (RPDH) testing machine. This method applies to all textile fabrics, including coated and laminated fabrics.
RECONFIRMATION NOTICE
Technical Committee TX-020 has reviewed the content of this publication and in accordance with Standards Australia procedures for reconfirmation, it has been determined that the publication is still valid and does not require change.
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Approved for reconfirmation in accordance with Standards Australia procedures for reconfirmation on 6 July 2016.
The following are represented on Technical Committee TX-020:
Ag Research
Australian Wool Processors Council
AWTA Textile Testing
Council of Textile and Fashion Industries of Australia
Drycleaning Institute of Australia
National Association of Testing Authorities Australia
RMIT University
The Textile Institute
This Standard sets out a method for the determination of the abrasion resistance of textile fabrics using the rotary platform, double-head tester (RPDH). This method is applicable to all textile fabrics including coated and laminated fabrics. A method for wet testing is also specified.
| Document Type | Standard |
| Status | Current |
| Publisher | Standards Australia |
| ProductNote | Reconfirmed 05/08/2016. This standard has been reconfirmed in Australia in 2016 and remains current in New Zealand. Reconfirmation Notice 05/08/2016 |
| Committee | TX-020 |
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