ISO 9073-4 Tear Resistance (Trapezoid) for Nonwovens

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ISO 9073-4 is the test method for the tear resistance of nonwoven materials using the trapezoidal method. To match this to your program, talk with our team.

What ISO 9073-4 Covers

It measures the tear force of nonwovens with a trapezoidal specimen pulled in a tensile machine, suited to the random structure of nonwovens.

How the Test Is Run

A trapezoid marked on the nonwoven is gripped along its non-parallel sides and pulled at a controlled rate, and the tear force is recorded.

Why It Matters

Tear resistance governs nonwoven durability; grips and a tensile frame with a suitable force trace are used.

Reading the Designation

Cited as ISO 9073-4 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

ISO 13937-2 covers woven-fabric trouser tear.

Request a Quote

Setting up nonwoven tear testing to ISO 9073-4? Request a quote and our team will help you build a system matched to your material type and specimen size.


TensileMill CNC products for ISO 9073-4

Our specimen-preparation systems and testing equipment compatible with ISO 9073-4:


Equip your lab for ISO 9073-4 with TensileMill CNC

TensileMill CNC builds testing systems used across quality control, research, and production. Depending on your specimens, that can include universal testing machines with tear, peel, and puncture fixtures. Share your material mix and throughput, and we will recommend a setup that fits ISO 9073-4.