ASTM D1424 is the test method for the tearing strength of fabrics by the falling-pendulum (Elmendorf) apparatus. To match this to your program, talk with our team.
What ASTM D1424 Covers
It measures the force to propagate a tear across a woven fabric with a pendulum, a standard index of fabric tear strength.
How the Test Is Run
A notched fabric specimen is torn by a falling pendulum, and the energy lost gives the tearing strength.
Why It Matters
Tear strength governs fabric durability; a calibrated Elmendorf tester and controlled conditioning are used.
Reading the Designation
Cited as ASTM D1424 with its edition year. Confirm the edition and specimen or fixture requirements before finalizing setup. To configure a testing setup, request a quote.
Related Standards
EN ISO 13937-1 is the ISO pendulum method and ISO 13937-2 is the trouser method.
Request a Quote
Setting up fabric tear testing to ASTM D1424? Request a quote and our team will help you build a system matched to your fabric type and specimen size.
TensileMill CNC products for ASTM D1424
Our specimen-preparation systems and testing equipment compatible with ASTM D1424:
Electro Mechanical Universal Testing System 5 kN / 50 kN with Precision Load Cell
Electro-Mechanical UTM · 5 kN / 50 kN with Precision Load Cell
Specialized Fixtures and Grips for Tear, Peel, and Puncture Testing
Specialized fixtures for tear, peel and puncture testing
Bring ASTM D1424 testing in-house with TensileMill CNC
TensileMill CNC designs and builds the systems labs use for standards-based mechanical testing. Depending on your specimens, that can include universal testing machines with tear, peel, and puncture fixtures. Send us your specimen types and target standards, and we will help you spec the right system.