ASTM_D_7016_-_D_7016M_-_14.pdf

Designation:D7016/D7016M14Standard Test Method toEvaluate Edge Binding Components Used in MattressesAfter Exposure to An Open Flame1This standard is issued under the fixed designation D7016/D7016M;the number immediately following the designation indicates theyear of original adoption or,in the case of revision,the year of last revision.A number in parentheses indicates the year of lastreapproval.A superscript epsilon()indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.INTRODUCTIONEvaluation of raw material components is a vital and ongoing part of any manufacturing operation,especially when each item can contribute to the technical performance of the final product.Components used in a mattress construction govern the ultimate product performance,its comfort anddurability,and also affect its flammability behavior.The textile components used on the exterior of the mattressmattress tape and sewing threadarecritical for holding the structure together.These components contribute to the aesthetics of thestructure,and they are also susceptible to ignition when exposed to an open flame hazard.Data whichindicate that these two components are able to meet minimum performance criteria when exposed toan open flame provides the mattress manufacturers with valuable information.The value of these data increases when the behavior of components in a small scale test correlateto the behavior of these components in a full scale mattress burn test.The performance criteria requirethat:(1)the components do not support the combustion of the afterflame and,(2)that thesecomponents demonstrate post flame exposure characteristics which contribute to the retention ofstructural integrity and prevent seam rupture.This test method can be used as a quality controltechnique in a supplier quality assurance program.1.Scope1.1 This test method measures the flammability character-istics of mattress edge bindings and sewing threads during andafter exposure to an open flame ignition source.1.1.1 This test method is used to evaluate these componentseither independently or in combination for use in mattressesdesigned with a fire barrier fabric.1.1.1.1 The test method is used to evaluate mattress edgebinding and sewing thread when the design requires the use ofthese components.1.1.2 This test method can be used as a screening testmethod to determine how sewing thread and mattress edgebinding component combinations will perform.1.2 This test method is used to measure and describe theresponse of materials,products,or subassemblies to heat andflame under controlled conditions,but does not by itselfincorporate all factors required for fire hazard or fire riskassessment of the materials,products,or assemblies underactual fire conditions.1.3 Fire testing of products and materials is inherentlyhazardous,and adequate safeguards for personnel and propertyshall be employed in conducting these tests.1.4 The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound unitsare to be regarded separately as standard.The values stated ineach system may not be exact equivalents;therefore,eachsystem shall be used independently of the other.Combiningvalues from the two systems may result in non-conformancewith the standard.1.5 This test method may involve hazardous materials,operations,and equipment.This standard does not purport toaddress all of the safety concerns,if any,associated with itsuse.It is the responsibility of the user of this standard toestablish appropriate safety and health practices and deter-mine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.2.Referenced Documents2.1 ASTM Standards:2D123 Terminology Relating to Textiles1This test method is under the jurisdiction ofASTM Committee D13 on Textilesand is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee D13.52 on Flammability.Current edition approved Dec.15,2014.Published January 2015.Originallyapproved in 2004.Last previous edition approved in 2009 as D7016091.DOI:10.1520/D7016-14.2For referenced ASTM standards,visit the ASTM website,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 States1 D204 Test Methods for Sewing ThreadsD1683 Test Method for Failure in Sewn Seams of WovenApparel FabricsD7138 Test Method to Determine Melting Temperature ofSynthetic FibersD7140 Test Method to Measure Heat Transfer ThroughTextile Thermal Barrier Materials2.2 AATCC Method:3Standard Laboratory Practice for Home Laundering FabricsPrior to Flammability Testing to Differentiate BetweenDurable and Non-Durable Finishes2.3 Federal Standards:4Code of Federal RegulationsTitle 16Commercial Prac-tices Chapter IIConsumer Product Safety CommissionPart 1615 Standard for the Flammability of ChildrensSleepwear;Sizes 0 through 6X,Revision of January 1,2001Code of Federal Regulations,16 CFR 1633 Stan