ASTM D 5729

Standard Test Method for Thickness of Nonwoven Fabrics

Applicable Apparatus:  The Frazier Compressometer; The Frazier Schiefer Thickness Tester

ASTM
D
5729
2004
D5729-97(2004) Standard Test Method for Thickness of Nonwoven Fabrics

1. Scope

1.1 This test method covers the measurement of the thickness of most nonwoven fabrics.

1.2 This test method applies to most nonwoven fabrics that are treated or untreated, including those heavily sized, coated or resin-treated.

1.3 This test method may not be useful for highloft nonwoven fabrics. For thickness of highloft nonwoven fabric see Test Method D5736.

1.4 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The U.S. customary units (inch-pound) may be approximate.

1.5 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

D123 Terminology Relating to Textiles
D1776 Practice for Conditioning Textiles for Testing
D5736 Test Method for Thickness of Highloft Nonwoven Fabrics

Index Terms

nonwoven fabric; thickness; 59.080.30

Applicable Apparatus:  The Frazier Compressometer; The Frazier Schiefer Thickness Tester