Purpose and scope this test method is used to detect the presence of a fluorochemical finish, or other compounds capable of imparting a low energy surface, on all types of fabrics, by evaluating the fabrics resistance to wetting using a selected series of liquid hydrocarbons of different surface tensions. Moisture management testing using aatcc, astm and ptacc. Antibacterial activity assessment of textile materials. May 17, 2019 test methods are delivered as a link in your emailed receipt. Aatcc tm147, antibacterial activity of textile materials. Streak method, the agar surface is inoculated making it easier to distinguish between the test. This is not necessary if prepared, dehydrated medium is used.
Sep 03, 2019 aatcc test method 147 pdf category, microbiology laboratory. Parallel streak method standard by american association of textile chemists and colorists, 2011. In accordance with aatcc 100 test procedure, 1 ml of test organism suspension at about,000 cfuml is inoculated to the test sample. Aatcc 1472011 engineer technical aami, asme din standards. Jan 09, 2020 antimicrobial parallel streak method aatcc 147 a zone of inhibition occurs as a result of the diffusion of an antimicrobial agent from the specimen. Aatcc standards brought to you by astm compass subaatcconline. Aatcc 147 antimicrobial testing lab accugen laboratories. Aatcc m12, aatcc style guide for writing test methods. Aatcc m7, standard laboratory practice for home laundering fabrics prior to flammability testing to differentiate between durable and nondurable finishes.
Aatcc m4, overview of liquid fabric softeners used in home laundering. The test method determines antibacterial activity of diffusable antimicrobial agents on treated textile materials. Assessment of, and 147 antibacterial activity assessment of textile materials. Four samples, with different amounts of antimicrobial agents, were used. This is a 24 hour qualitative agar platebased assay for the evaluation of antibacterial activity of diffusable antimicrobial agents on treated textile materials. Parallel streak method aatcc 147 is a qualitative test used to detect bacteriostatic activity on textile materials. Mar 04, 2019 aatcc antibacterial parallel streak test method.
After incubation, a clear area of interrupted growth underneath and along the sides of the test material indicates antibacterial activity of the specimen. Aatcc tm 30 antifungal product test is a quantitative method to determine the susceptibility of fabric and textile materials to mildew and rot. The method does not include a passfail criterion for the calculated levels of antimicrobial activity observed in test samples. Aatcc 147 2016 antibacterial activity assessment of textile materials. Qc sterility assurance microbiology antimicrobial testing.
We perform absorbency, drying rate, vertical wicking, moisture management and moisture vapor transmission testing using aatcc, astm, ptacc testing standard methods. It was tested 3 qualitative methods aatcc 147, iso. Draw up the recorded amount of water into the syringe tube, graduated pipette or. Aatcc m, rules of procedure for aatcc test method and technology committees. Aatcc 30 antifungal test fabrics situ biosciences llc. Standard tests follow the 5streak protocol using all test micro. Sample swatches were stacked and placed into sterile containers. Aatcc m3, high efficiency washers in north america. Peptone bactopeptone see your comments will receive careful consideration at a meeting of the responsible technical committee, which you may attend. This method is useful for obtaining a rough estimate of activity by the size of the zone of inhibition. Aatcc 8 colorfastness to crocking is designed to determine the amount of color transferred from the surface of colored textile materials to other surfaces by rubbing. Pdf aatcc technical manual go to table of contents. Although this antimicrobial test is commonly used for textiles, this method can also be used to evaluate the efficacy of fungicides on textiles and foams.
Aatcc 147 parallel streak methodvantibacterial activity. Hydrocarbon resistance test see other formats a by authority of the united states of america legally binding document by the authority vested by part 5 of the united states code 552a and part 1 of the code of regulations 51 the attached document has been duly incorporated by reference and shall be considered legally binding upon all. Aatcc method 100, antibacterial finishes on textile materials, assessment of, is a quantitative procedure which is adequately sensitive but cumbersome and time consuming for routine quality control and screening tests. Aatcc 1472011 free download asme icc csa astm codes. The method is not suitable for test substances with technologies that are nondiffusable. Those showing activity are evaluated quantitatively. Your comments are invited either for revision of this test method or for additional methods and should be addressed to the aatcc technical center. Aatcc 147 is a qualitative antimicrobial test used to detect bacteriostatic activity on fabric and textile materials. Aatcc ep2018e, evaluation procedure for electrical resistance of electronically integrated textiles aatcc tm2092019, test method for ph and total alkali in wet processed textiles. Click on the method number of interest to see more details about the test, sample requirements and other pertinent information. Aatcc test method 147 mg103 test optionsvariations.
The aatcc 147 method, commonly known as the parallel streak method, is designed to qualitatively evaluate the antibacterial activiry of diffusable antimicrobial agents on treated textile materials. The average width of a zone of inhibition along a streak on either side of the test specimen may be calculated using the following equation. It is applicable to textiles made from all fibers in the form of yarn or fabric whether dyed, printed or otherwise colored. Aatcc used the data from these specimens in this report summary to evaluate interlab and intralab variations.
Aatcc is known worldwide for its test methods and evaluation procedures, particularly those related to chemistry, colorfastness, laundering, moisture management, and water resistance. Aatcc 147 antimicrobial fabric test situ biosciences llc. Aatcc 147 is also used for testing antibacterial, bactericidal, bacteriostatic activity and has been proven effective at providing evidence of antibacterial activity against. Aatcc 100 antimicrobial fabric test microchem laboratory. Launderometer aatcc test method 611996 colorfastness to.
Aatcc ptps support lab certification and continuous improvement initiatives. Visual assessment descriptive terms and terminology. Aatcc proficiency testing programs ptp cover antibacterial, appearance, color evaluation, colorfastness, fiber analysis, moisture management, and repellency and resistance test methods and evaluation procedures for textiles. The aatcc style guide for writing test methods page 416 is the defining document used by research committees in writing these methods. This test is performed with treated and nontreated samples of the test material. In other words, it tests the ability of the treated textile to inhibit the growth of microorganisms, to be bacteriostatic. In other words, it tests the ability of the treated textile to inhibit the growth of.
The method is not quantitative, and therfore only provides qualitative data. Aatcc tm1472011 2016e, test method for antibacterial activity of. I, careidly place small drops approximately 5 mm 0. Aatcc tm, antibacterial activity assessment of textile materials. If needed, adjust the amount of water used to wet the square and using a new crocking square, repeat steps. Forewordthe parallel streak method has filled a need for a relatively quick and easily executed qualitative method to determine antibacterial activity of diffusable antimicrobial agents on treated textile materials. Working with labs using test methods and product performance. The association of textile, apparel, and materials professionals lists all test methods here. Test microorganisms are used at standardized concentrations of fresh cultures. The test methods in the aatcc technical manual are subject to revision at any time by. Aatcc 147 is also used for testing antibacterial, bactericidal, bacteriostatic activity and has been proven effective. Aatcc method 100, antibacterial finishes on textile materials, assessment of, is a quantitative procedure which is adequately. Assessment of antibacterial activity finishes on textile material is determined by the degree of antibactieral activity intended in the use of such materials. Aatcc m9, a summary of astm methods for interlaboratory testing.
Aatcc 100 antimicrobial standard test method is used to quantitatively test the antimicrobial activity of the textiles fabrics over the contact period of 24 hours against staphylococcus aureus and klebsiella pneumonia. In order to perform the aatcc 147 method, an inoculum was prepared as follows. Aatcc is best known for standardized test methods and evaluation procedures, compiled in the annual aatcc technical manual. Current individual aatcc test methods and other standards for textiles are fabrics, assessment of textile materials.
Aatcc 100 antimicrobial test method for textile fabrics. Aatcc is best known for its standardized test methods and evaluation procedures, which are utilized by sgsips for the analysis of nonwoven materials. Contact times are selected so that the test material would be effective in significantly reducing microbial counts during usage. Textile exam microscopes for aatcc 20 and aatcc 20a methods there are two methods for textile examination aatcc 20 and aatcc 20a requiring the use of a compound microscope with polarized light. Test and control swatches are inoculated with the test organisms. The client requested to test the face of each sample, i. The aatcc 100 test method is the most commonly chosen test and has become the industry standard for antimicrobial fabric performance in the united states. Launderometer aatcc test method 611996 colorfastness to laundering, home and commercial.
This test method provides a quantitative procedure for the evaluation of the degree of antibacterial activity. The aatcc 147 method, commonly known as the parallel streak method. Aatcc 147 parallel streak methodvantibacterial activity assessment of textile materials. The rules of procedure for aatcc test method and technology committees page 423.
Aatcc 100 assessment of antibacterial finishes on textile. Aatcc 147 parallel streak standard method is a semi quantitative method which. Antimicrobial finishes on fabrics, aatcc test method 147 parallel streak. The rules of procedure for aatcc test method and technology committees page 423 is the defining document for the organization and function ing of these research committees. Take care not to break the surface of the agar while making the streaks.
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