Evaluation of the Effects of Temperature and UV-Absorber Treatments on the Photodegradation of Wool
- 1 August 1984
- journal article
- Published by SAGE Publications in Textile Research Journal
- Vol. 54 (8), 521-526
- https://doi.org/10.1177/004051758405400804
Abstract
A simple controlled-temperature irradiator is described, which permits fabric samples to be irradiated at air temperatures in the range 35°C to 85°C. Photodegradation of wool fabrics, as assessed by measurement of breaking loads, tear strengths, and yel lowness indexes, increases rapidly as the temperature of irradiation is raised, and occurs 3 to 4 times faster at 75°C than at 35°C. A procedure is described for assessing the level of photoprotection conferred on wool by treatment with a UV absorber of the 2-hydroxybenzophenone type. Consistent lifetime improvement factors are ob tained for most levels of photodegradation, and for exposure either to the artificial light source or to sunlight through window glass.Keywords
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