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Specimen and blue wool references are mounted and partly covered.
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TESTMETHODE · ISO 105-B02
ISO 105-B02 meet verkleuring onder een xenonbooglamp die daglicht door vensterglas nabootst, beoordeeld van 1 tot 8 tegen blauwe-wolreferenties. Het Amerikaanse equivalent is AATCC 16.3.

ISO 105-B02
AATCC 16.3
Blauwe wol 1–8
Xenonboog lichtechtheidstester
A specimen is exposed to xenon arc light alongside eight blue wool references that fade at known rates. The grade is the reference that faded to the same extent: 1 is very poor, 8 is outstanding.
Because the scale runs to 8, grade 4 or 4-5 is a mid-scale result. Check that a required grade refers to the 1–8 light scale rather than the 1–5 grey scale.
Our technicians follow a written work instruction for this method.
Specimen and blue wool references are mounted and partly covered.
Exposure to filtered xenon arc light under controlled temperature and humidity.
Fading of the specimen is compared with the blue wool references.
The grade is the blue wool reference that faded to the same extent, 1–8.
Key settings. Write the method and procedure in your specification.
| Parameter | Setting |
|---|---|
| Lichtbron | Filtered xenon arc lamp |
| References | Blue wool 1–8 (AATCC 16.3 reports AATCC Fading Units) |
| Grading scale | 1 (very poor) to 8 (outstanding) |
| Equivalent methods | AATCC 16.3 (US) · GB/T 8427 (China). Compare methods → |
Ask us for results for the selected fabric, shade and test conditions. Acceptance values for your order are agreed in writing.
Light fastness uses grades 1–8; 4-5 is mid-scale.
ISO 105-B07 tests light fastness on fabric wetted with artificial perspiration. Name it separately if you need it.
Fluorescent and very pale shades usually measure lower. Discuss the end use before fixing the grade.
It is rated against eight blue wool references that fade at known rates, so the scale differs from the 1–5 grey scales used for washing and rubbing.
Grade 4 is a mid-scale result that suits most apparel. Garments with long sun exposure usually need a higher grade.
B02 tests dry fabric under artificial daylight; B07 tests fabric wetted with artificial perspiration under light.