What are some common industry standards that materials are tested against?

There are many industry standards that materials are tested against to ensure that they meet certain quality and performance requirements. Here are some examples of common industry standards for different types of materials:

1. Textiles: Textile materials are often tested against standards set by organizations such as the American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists (AATCC) and the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). Some common textile testing standards include AATCC Test Method 61 for colorfastness to laundering, AATCC Test Method 124 for colorfastness to dry-cleaning, and ISO 12945-2 for abrasion resistance.

2. Plastics: Plastic materials are often tested against standards set by organizations such as the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). Some common plastic testing standards include ASTM D638 for tensile strength, IEC 60695-2-10 for flammability, and ASTM D256 for impact resistance.

3. Metals: Metal materials are often tested against standards set by organizations such as ASTM and the American Welding Society (AWS). Some common metal testing standards include ASTM E8 for tensile testing, AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code for welding procedures, and ASTM B117 for salt spray corrosion resistance.

4. Composites: Composite materials, which are made up of a combination of different materials, are often tested against standards set by organizations such as ASTM and the Society for the Advancement of Material and Process Engineering (SAMPE). Some common composite testing standards include ASTM D3039 for tensile testing of composite materials, SAMPE 94 for flexural testing, and ASTM D790 for flexural strength and modulus.

These are just a few examples of the many industry standards that materials are tested against. The specific standards that are applicable will depend on the type of material being tested and the intended end-use application.