Martindale Abrasion Method
topic
The Martindale tester moves a circular fabric specimen in a Lissajous figure path against a standard wool abradant under a defined pressure load, counting cycles to fabric breakdown defined as two thread ruptures; mass loss and appearance change are recorded at specified intervals throughout testing.
Role
The primary abrasion method for upholstery, apparel, and technical fabrics in European and international standards, providing reproducible durability data for specification, quality control, and comparative product development.
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