ASTM D2102-02
Standard Test Method for Shrinkage of Textile Fibers (Bundle Test)

Standard No.

ASTM D2102-02

Release Date

2002

Published By

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

Status

Be replaced

Replace By

ASTM D2102-02(2007)

Latest

ASTM D2102-02(2018)

Scope

1.1 This test method covers the measurement of the unrestrained shrinkage of a bundle of crimped or uncrimped fibers from exposure to some environment, for instance, boiling water for 15 min.

1.1.1 This test method may be used on fibers from tow and fibers removed from spun or continuous filament yarn.

Note 18212;For measurement of shrinkage of single fibers, refer to Test Method D 5104.

1.2 The values stated in either inch-pound or SI units are to be regarded separately as the standard. The values stated in each system are not exact equivalents, therefore, each system must be used independently of the other.

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.

ASTM D2102-02 history

• 2018 ASTM D2102-02(2018) Standard Test Method for Shrinkage of Textile Fibers (Bundle Test)
• 2002 ASTM D2102-02(2012)e1 Standard Test Method for Shrinkage of Textile Fibers (Bundle Test)
• 2007 ASTM D2102-02(2007) Standard Test Method for Shrinkage of Textile Fibers (Bundle Test)
• 2002 ASTM D2102-02 Standard Test Method for Shrinkage of Textile Fibers (Bundle Test)
• 1996 ASTM D2102-96 Standard Test Method for Shrinkage of Textile Fiber Bundle Test