1、Designation: D2062 03 (Reapproved 2014)Standard Test Methods forOperability of Zippers1This standard is issued under the fixed designation D2062; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year oforiginal adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number i
2、n parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. Asuperscript epsilon () indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.1. Scope1.1 These test methods cover procedures for determiningthe following characteristics of zippers:SectionsOpening and Closing of Zippers 1417Separato
3、r Functioning of Zippers 1822Sticking of Zippers at Stops 10131.2 This standard does not purport to address all of thesafety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is theresponsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-priate safety and health practices and determine the applica
4、-bility of regulatory limitations prior to use.2. Referenced Documents2.1 ASTM Standards:2D123 Terminology Relating to TextilesD2050 Terminology Relating to Fasteners and ClosuresUsed with TextilesD2051 Test Method for Durability of Finish of Zippers toLaunderingD2052 Test Method for Colorfastness o
5、f Zippers to Dry-cleaningD2053 Test Method for Colorfastness of Zippers to LightD2054 Test Method for Colorfastness of Zipper Tapes toCrockingD2057 Test Method for Colorfastness of Zippers to Laun-deringD2058 Test Method for Durability of Finish of Zippers toDrycleaningD2059 Test Method for Resistan
6、ce of Zippers to Salt Spray(Fog)D2060 Test Methods for Measuring Zipper DimensionsD2061 Test Methods for Strength Tests for Zippers3. Terminology3.1 Definitions:3.1.1 For definitions of zipper terms used in these testmethods, refer to Terminology D2050. For definitions of othertextile terminology us
7、ed in these test methods, refer to Termi-nology D123.4. Significance and Use4.1 The significance of specific tests is discussed in theappropriate sections.4.2 These test methods are considered satisfactory for ac-ceptance testing of commercial shipments of zippers becausethe methods have been used e
8、xtensively in the trade for thispurpose, even though current estimates of between-laboratoryprecision are quite large in some cases.4.2.1 If there are differences of practical significance be-tween reported test results for two laboratories (or more),comparative test should be performed to determine
9、 if there is astatistical bias between them, using competent statistical assis-tance. As a minimum, the test samples should be used that areas homogeneous as possible, that are drawn from the materialfrom which the disparate test results were obtained, and thatare randomly assigned in equal numbers
10、to each laboratory fortesting. Other materials with established test values may beused for this purpose. The test results from the two laboratoriesshould be compared using a statistical test for unpaired data, ata probability level chosen prior to the testing series. If a bias isfound, either its ca
11、use must be found and corrected, or futuretest results must be adjusted in consideration of the knownbias.4.3 The method(s) in the standard along with those in TestMethods D2051, D2052, D2053, D2054, D2057, D2058,D2059, D2060, and D2061 are a collection of proven testmethods. They can be used as aid
12、s in the evaluation of zipperswithout the need for a thorough knowledge of zippers. Theenumerated test methods do not provide for the evaluation ofall zipper properties. Besides those properties measured bymeans of the enumerated test methods there are other proper-ties that may be important for the
13、 satisfactory performance ofa zipper. Test methods for measuring those properties have notbeen published either because no practical methods have yet1These test methods are under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D13 onTextiles and are the direct responsibility of Subcommittee D13.54 on Subassem-bl
14、ies. The methods were developed in cooperation with the Slide Fastener Assn.,Inc.Current edition approved Feb. 1, 2014. Published March 2014. Originallyapproved in 1961. Last previous edition approved in 2009 as D2062 03(2009).DOI: 10.1520/D2062-03R14.2For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM w
15、ebsite, www.astm.org, orcontact ASTM Customer Service at serviceastm.org. For Annual Book of ASTMStandards volume information, refer to the standards Document Summary page onthe ASTM website.Copyright ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. United St
16、ates1been developed or because a valid evaluation of the informa-tion resulting from existing unpublished methods requires anintimate and thorough knowledge of zippers.5. Apparatus5.1 Force Indicator3(Fig. 1)A 50-N or 10-lbf capacityforce indicator equipped with a direct-reading dial graduated in0.5
17、-N or 0.1-lbf divisions, a maximum-reading indicator, and aclamp suitable for attaching the zipper tape ends to theindicator.5.2 SpacerA piece of metal designed to fit in the pincavity of the fixed retainer of the specimen and having a lengthequal to the element pitch of the specimen.5.3 Hooks, suit
18、able for attaching the force indicator to theslider pull of a specimen.6. Sampling6.1 Lot SampleAs a lot sample for acceptance testing, takeat random the number of individual containers from eachshipping carton as directed in an applicable material specifi-cation or other agreement between the purch
19、aser and thesupplier. Consider individual containers from each shippingcarton to be the primary sampling units.NOTE 1An adequate specification or other agreement between thepurchaser and supplier requires taking into account the variability betweenshipping cartons and between zippers in a container
20、to provide a samplingplan with a meaningful producers risk, consumers risk, acceptablequality level, and limiting quality level.6.2 Laboratory Sample and Test SpecimensAs a labora-tory sample for acceptance testing, take a number of zippersspecified in Section 6 at random from each container in the
21、lotsample. Consider the zippers as both the laboratory sample andthe test specimens.7. Number of Specimens7.1 VariablesTake a number of zippers per individualcontainer from each shipping carton such that the user mayexpect at the 90 % probability level that the test result for anindividual container
22、 is no more than 10 % of the average aboveor below the true average for the individual container. Deter-mine the number of zippers per individual container as follows:7.1.1 Reliable Estimate of vWhen there is a reliableestimate of v based upon extensive past records for similarmaterials tested in th
23、e users laboratory as directed in themethod, calculate the number of specimens using Eq 1:n 5 t23 v2!/A25 0.0270 3 v2(1)where:n = number of specimens (rounded upward to a wholenumber),v = reliable estimate of the coefficient of variation ofindividual observations on similar materials in theusers lab
24、oratory under conditions of single-operator precision,t = 1.645, the value of students t for infinite degreesof freedom, for two-sided limits, and a 90 %probability level (t2= 2.706),A = 10.0 % of the average, the value of the allowablevariation, and0.0270 = value calculated from t2/A2.7.1.2 No Reli
25、able Estimate of vWhen there is no reliableestimate of v for the users laboratory, Eq 1 should not be useddirectly. Instead, specify the fixed numbers of specimensshown in Table 1. These numbers of specimens are calculatedusing values of v which are listed in Table 1 and which aresomewhat larger val
26、ues of v than are usually found in practice.3Drawings for the force indicator fixture shown is available from the variouszipper manufacturers upon request.FIG. 1 Slider Sticking on Bottom StopTABLE 1 Specimens Required Under Conditions of UnknownVariability in Users Laboratory, Percent of the Averag
27、eNames of the PropertiesNumber ofSpecimensBasisASticking at top stops 47 = 41.3Sticking at bottom stops 32 = 34.4Opening zipper 15 = 23.4Closing zipper 27 = 31.1Force to move slider, pin fully seated 43 = 39.5AThe values of in Table 1 are somewhat larger than will usually be found inpractice (see 7.
28、1.2).D2062 03 (2014)2When a reliable estimate of v for the users laboratory becomesavailable, Eq 1 will usually require fewer specimens than arelisted in Table 1.7.2 Attribute PropertiesUnless otherwise agreed upon, aswhen specified in an applicable material specification, take thefixed number of 20
29、 specimens for detecting slider movementwith the pin partially seated or not seated.8. Test Specimen8.1 Each test specimen shall consist of a completely as-sembled zipper, except that for the opening and closingmethod, a length of chain with an appropriate slider may beused. Use a zipper or chain no
30、t less than 150 mm (6 in.) long.9. Conditioning9.1 Specimens to be tested by the use of these methods needno special conditioning. Testing may be conducted underprevailing room conditions.STICKING OF ZIPPERS AT STOPS10. Summary of Test Method10.1 The slider is pulled against the stops with a prescri
31、bedforce after which the force required to move the slider awayfrom the stops is determined.11. Significance and Use11.1 The slider should move away from the stops readily.The force required to move the slider is, therefore, a measure-ment of the serviceability of the zipper in end use applications.
32、12. Procedure12.1 Top Stop:12.1.1 Disengage any interfering slider-locking elements.Secure the bottom tape ends of the completely assembled andopen zipper in the clamp of the force indicator as shown in Fig.1. Locate the clamp edge approximately 10 mm (38 in.) fromthe outermost edge of the bottom st
33、op. With the force indicatorset at zero, hold the pull of the slider in a horizontal plane andmove the slider manually downward in a vertical plane againstor over the top stops until a force of 18 N (4 lbf) is registeredon the force indicator. Remove the specimen from the indicatorclamps.12.1.2 Secu
34、re the top tape ends of the completely assembledand closed zipper in the clamp of the force indicator. Locate theclamp jaws 10 mm (38 in.) from the outermost component. Thetape ends must touch each other at the point of clamping.12.1.3 Set the force indicator hand at zero. Hold the pull ofthe slider
35、 in a horizontal plane and move the slider manuallydownward in a vertical plane until it is clear of the top stops.Record the maximum reading on the force indicator to thenearest 0.5 N or 0.1 lbf.12.2 Bottom Stop:12.2.1 With the tape ends clamped as shown in Fig. 2, setthe force indicator at zero. M
36、ove the slider downward in avertical plane until it is against or over the bottom stop anduntil a force of 18 N (4 lbf) is registered on the force indicator.12.2.2 Without disturbing the slider, secure the bottom tapeends of the specimen in the clamp of the force indicator (seeFig. 1) approximately
37、10 mm (38 in.) from the outermost edgeof the bottom stop. Hold the pull of the slider in a horizontalplane and move the slider manually downward in a verticalplane until it is clear of the bottom stop. Note and record themaximum reading on the force indicator to the nearest 0.5 N or0.1 lbf.13. Repor
38、t13.1 State that the specimens were tested as directed inSections 1013of ASTM Test Methods D2062. Describe thematerial(s) or product(s) sampled and the method of samplingused.13.2 Report the following information:13.2.1 Specific property measured, that is, “sticking at topstops”, or “sticking at bot
39、tom stops,”13.2.2 Observed maximum force required to move theslider from the top stops or from the bottom stops for eachspecimen tested, and13.2.3 Number of specimens tested.FIG. 2 Slider Sticking on Top StopsD2062 03 (2014)3OPENING AND CLOSING OF ZIPPERS14. Summary of Test Method14.1 Using a force
40、indicator, the slider is pulled along thezipper chain alternately in the opening and closing directionsand the force required to maintain each movement is recorded.15. Significance and Use15.1 The force required to move the slider on the chain is ameasure of the ease with which the zipper will opera
41、te in enduse applications.16. Procedure16.1 Opening:16.1.1 Disengage all slider locks from the chain, except onautomatic locking sliders. Secure the top end of the completelyassembled and closed zipper or chain in the clamp of the forceindicator (see Fig. 3) so that the outermost edge of theoutermos
42、t top stop is approximately 10 mm (38 in.) from theedge of the clamp. Hold the pull of the slider in a horizontalplane and move the slider downward manually to a positionapproximately 12 mm (0.5 in.) away from the top stops asshown in Fig. 3.16.1.2 In the case of a chain specimen, separate a portion
43、 ofthe chain above the slider and secure it in the force indicatorclamp with the elements touching. Position the slider so that itstop is approximately 25 mm (1 in.) below the bottom edges ofthe clamp.16.1.3 Set the force indicator at zero. Holding the pull of theslider in a horizontal position, man
44、ually move the sliderdownward in a vertical plane at a uniform rate for a distance ofabout 125 mm (5 in.) in approximately 3 s. Take care that theslider does not strike the bottom stop. Record the maximumforce registered by the force indicator to the nearest 0.5 N or0.1 lbf.16.2 ClosingProceed as di
45、rected in 16.1, except secure thebottom tape ends in the force indicator clamps (see Fig. 4). Inthe case of a chain specimen, it is not necessary to separate thechain below the slider before clamping.17. Report17.1 State that the specimens were tested as directed inSections 1417of ASTM Test Methods
46、D2062. Describe thematerial(s) or product(s) sampled and the method of samplingused.17.2 Report the following information:17.2.1 Specific property measured, that is, to open and toclose the zipper,17.2.2 Maximum forces required for opening zipper and forclosing zipper for each specimen tested, and17
47、.2.3 Number of specimens tested.SEPARATOR FUNCTIONING OF ZIPPERS18. Summary of Test Method18.1 The slider, chain, and separable unit are placed invarious relationships to each other and the force required tomove the slider is determined with the aid of a force indicator.FIG. 3 Chain Opening FIG. 4 C
48、hain ClosingD2062 03 (2014)419. Significance and Use19.1 The slider should be capable of starting to close thezipper at the separator unit only when the pin is properly seatedin the retainer. If the slider can close the zipper when the pin isnot properly seated, the zipper is poorly designed or asse
49、mbledand is subject to failure in the end product.20. Procedure20.1 Force to Move Slider, Pin Fully SeatedSeparate thetwo stringers of the zipper specimen. Hold the stringer towhich the retainer is attached in a vertical position (with theright hand). Place the slider in the normal position abutting theretainer (with the left hand) as shown in Fig. 5. Insert the pinthrough the slider throat and hold it in the fully-seated position.Attach the force indicator to the pull of the slider as shown inFig. 5.Apply force to the slider in the closing d
