AATCC 205:2016 pdf download.Carpet: Liquid Penetration by Spillage
1. Purpose and Scope
1.1 This test method is intended to simulate the actual use of carpets in the field. and evaluates the propensity of the face and back of carpets to be penetrated by a spilled liquid.
1.2 Unless specifically agreed by interested parties, this method is not intended for the evaluation of seams/joints of the carpet. This test method is used to evaluate whether or not a carpet (face and backing) is penetrated by a spilled liquid through the carpet face and backing. The method does not assess seams/joints unless reported. This method is intended to simulate the actual use of carpet in the field.
4. Safety Precautions
NOTE: These safety precautions are for information purposes only. The precautions are ancillary to the testing procedures and are not intended to be all inclusive. It is the user’s responsibility to use safe and proper techniques in handling materials used in this test method. Manufacturers MUST he consulted for specific details such as material safety data sheets and other manufacturer’s recommendations. All OSHA standards and rules must also be consulted and followed.
4.1 Good laboratory practice should be followed. Wear safety glasses in all laboratory areas.
4.2 All chemicals should be handled with care.
4.3 Manufacturer’s safety recommendations should be followed when operatI ng laboratory testing equipment.
4.4 Ground all electrical equipment.
5. Uses and Limitations
5.1 This test method is not applicable to liquid penetration due to flooding, sub floor leakage. etc. It is not designed to classify a carpet as liquid impervious or to assess the long term effects of liquids on product deterioration or degradation.
5.2 The test is not intended to evaluate broad loom or modular carpet seams unless the seams are specifically tested as agreed between the buyer and seller.
11.2 Use blotting paper to assess if any liquid has migrated through to the back.Place the test specimen face-up, for at least 10 seconds, on a piece of blotting paper. Lift specimen and observe blotting paper for visible signs of liquid penetra-tion through the specimen.
11.3 A transfer of liquid to the glassine or blotting paper also constitutes liquid penetration of the test specimen.AATCC 205 pdf download.