GMW GMW3326 PDF

Note: Nothing in this standard supercedes applicable laws and regulations.

Note: In the event of conflict between the English and domestic language, the English language shall take precedence.

Purpose. This test procedure covers the measurement of the tearing strength of textile materials by the trapezoid method using a recording constant-rate-of-extension (CRE) type tensile testing machine.

Foreword. Not applicable.

Applicability. This procedure applies to automotive fabrics. Tearing strength, as measured in this method, requires that the tear be initiated before testing. The tearing strength value(s) obtained as a result of this test are not directly related to the force required to initiate a tear.