Tongue Tear Method 2261
Tongue Tear Method 2261
Tongue Tear Method 2261
ASTM D2261
Standard Test Method for Tearing Strength of Fabric by the Tongue (Single Rip)
Procedure (Constant-Rate-of-Extension Tensile Testing Machine)
Equipment Needed:
Constant-Rate-of-Extension Tensile Testing Machine
2 pre-cut samples (3 x 8), one sample in both warp and weft
Procedure:
Sample Preparation:
1. Cut two samples 3 by 8 (per person). One sample is cut in the warp directions, the
other in the weft.
2. Make a 3 cut into the sample as shown:
Test Apparatus Preparation and Loading:
1. Set the distance between the clamps at 3 inches apart.
2. Select the full-scale force range of the testing machine so that the maximum force occurs
between 10% and 90% of full-scale force.
3. Set the testing speed to 2 inches per minute.
4. Secure the specimens in the clamp jaws so that one leg of the cut end is in the upper jaw
and the other leg of the cut end is in the lower jaw. Use the foot pedals to open and close
the jaws. Mounted fabric should be taut but not stretched tight.
Report:
1. Report that the tongue tearing strength was determined in accordance with ASTM Test
Method D2261.
2. Describe the material or product sampled and the method of sampling used.
3. For each unit and the lot state:
a. Tongue tearing test for each testing direction and condition as requested
b. Calculation option used, single peak force or average of 5 highest peak forces.
c. Condition of the specimens when tested with or without wetting.
d. When calculated, the standard deviation or the coefficient of variation.
4. Identify the software used.
5. State make, model, and capacity of the testing machine.
6. Report the type of clamps used.
7. State any modification of this test method.