ASTM D7241-22 - Standard Test Method for Pile Thickness of Finished Multilevel Pile Yarn Floor Covering
Standard Test Method for Pile Thickness of Finished Multilevel Pile Yarn Floor Covering
| Standard number: | ASTM D7241-22 |
| Released: | 01.04.2022 |
| Status: | Active |
| Pages: | 8 |
| Section: | 07.02 |
| Keywords: | carpet; multilevel; pile thickness; pile yarn floor covering; |
1.1 This test method covers the determination of pile thickness of finished multilevel pile yarn floor covering using a thickness measuring instrument having a stationary surface (platen), a circular pressure foot under specified force, and capable of being moved vertically above the platen.
1.2 This test method is applicable only to finished multilevel loop pile constructions.
Note 1: Determination of pile thickness of multilevel pile yarn floor coverings was previously contained within Test Method D418. For user convenience, Subcommittee D13.21 subdivided Test Method D418 into separate standards of which this test method is one.
1.3 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.
1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.5 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.