WO2001012896A1 - Matiere polymere fibreuse et ses composites - Google Patents
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Definitions
- the present invention relates to a porous, fibrous elastomeric polymeric material for durable end uses such as in garments, footwear, clothing accessories and the like.
- This polymeric mate ⁇ al has a unique combination of durability properties such as abrasion and pilling resistance with an acceptable handle and air permeability.
- This invention also relates to water resistant, water- vapor permeable composites of the polymeric material.
- non-porous polymer sheets and films are typically used as the material of choice.
- Typical examples of such end uses are raincoats, inflatable rafts, conveyor belt linings etc. made from wear resistant polymers such as polyethylene, nylon, polyurethane etc.
- wear resistant polymers such as polyethylene, nylon, polyurethane etc.
- non-porous sheets and films are made from wear resistant, but elastic polymers such as polyurethanes, polyetheresters and the like.
- Such films and sheets of these polymers are typically made by common polymer processing techniques such as cast extrusion or film blowing. As shown schematically in Figure 1a, when viewed in cross-section, such polymeric films and sheets show the non-porous nature of such materials.
- Porosity and air permeability are desired features in a flexible material for a number of durable end uses such as clothing and accessories, filtration etc.
- the material should provide open passages from one side to the other to allow passage of air and vapors through it.
- Woven and knitted fabrics are examples of polymeric, air permeable materials with acceptable durability such as abrasion resistance as they are based on continuous lengths of highly oriented fibers that are first formed from the polymer, optionally towed into yarns and then woven or knitted together in subsequent steps. For example, in construction of reusable garments and clothing accessories, woven and knitted fabrics are used as they maintain the aesthetic and functional properties of the article even after continued use over a prolonged time period.
- woven and knitted fabrics typically obtained from inelastic polymers such as nylon, polyester, polypropylene, are acceptably resistant to effects such as abrasion, laundering, weathering etc.
- inelastic polymers such as nylon, polyester, polypropylene
- Figure 1 b when viewed in cross-section, such fabrics show a distinct assemblage of fibers organized in a regular weaving or knitting pattern.
- no fusion of fibers take place and the fibers maintain their individual identity.
- Elastomeric properties can be imparted to such fabrics by incorporating some elastic fibers along with the hard or inelastic fibers.
- Suitable elastic fibers include polyurethane block copolymer based fibers as described in US Patent 2,692873 and sold as LycraTM or Spandex fibers.
- Non-woven fabrics also are typical of flexible, porous materials exhibiting porosity and air permeability. However, these materials are used almost exclusively for non-durable end uses such as garments meant for single use or very limited re- use primarily because of their poor resistance to abrasive forces. Usually, under such forces the non-woven fabrics rapidly disintegrate, leading to loss of aesthetic and/or functional properties. Resistance to abrasion is one of the key requirements of a material to be suitable for durable end uses like garment and clothing accessories. Unlike knitted and woven fabrics, non-woven fabrics exhibit very poor abrasion resistance.
- a non-woven fabric when subjected to abrasive forces, a non-woven fabric will abrade rapidly resulting in defects such as pilling or roping which are aesthetically unappealing.
- the poor abrasion resistance of non-woven fabrics result from its structural characteristics.
- Figure 1 c when viewed in cross-section, non-woven fabrics show a random assemblage of natural or synthetic fibers lightly bonded together.
- abrasion resistance can be improved by increasing the degree of bond or entanglement between the fibers but that comes at the expense of other desirable properties such as hand and air permeability.
- hand and air permeability To date, at comparable basis weights, we are not aware of the availability of any non-woven fabric that is comparable to woven and knitted fabrics in terms abrasion resistance and hand.
- Non-woven fabrics are generally not looked upon as a viable material for durable end uses that require air permeability.
- Non-woven fabrics also can be made to exhibit elastomeric properties by choosing appropriate polymers.
- US patents 3,439,085; 5,230,701 ; 4,660,228 describe elastomeric non-wovens made from polyurethane polymers.
- US patents 4,724,184 and 4,707,398 teach respectively how elastomeric non-wovens can be obtained from copolyetheramides and from copolyetheresters.
- Non-woven fabrics are manufactured by two broad categories of processes.
- fiber to web processes staple or short fibers are converted into webs using processes such as air laying, carding, hydro-entangling etc.
- polymer laid processes bulk polymer is fiberized using an extrusion process and directly collected in form of a web. Melt blowing and spun bonding are typical examples of polymer laid processes.
- the present invention to provide a porous polymeric material that exhibit properties in between that offered by a non-porous film and that offered by fibrous non-woven fabric.
- the material of the invention demonstrates durability properties such as abrasion resistance at a level significantly greater than conventional non-woven fabrics such that it can perform at least comparably to certain woven and knitted fabrics.
- the purpose is accomplished herein by creating a three dimensional porous material comprised of polymeric fibers fused together randomly along portions of their length such that the cross-section comprises a network of irregular shapes of polymer that are interconnected so as to define void space, said material having a bulk density of at least .35 g/cc.
- the material is elastomeric and has a moisture vapor transmission rate of at least 1000 g/m 2 /day.
- the material is defined as a three dimensional porous material comprised of polymeric fibers fused together randomly along portions of their length such that the cross-section comprises a network of irregular shapes of polymer that are interconnected so as to define void space; said material having a bulk density of at least 0.35 g/cc; being elastomeric; having a moisture vapor transmission rate of at least 1000 g/m 2 /day; having a basis weight between 30 and 300 g/m 2 ; and having an abrasion resistance of at least 100 cycles.
- the polymeric materials of this invention have a novel structure that imparts to it durability properties that are far superior to conventional non-woven fabrics which makes them a viable alternative to conventional woven and knitted fabrics.
- Porous film or membrane means full of passages or channels from one side to another "Non-porous" mean having no passages or channels.
- Water resistant means the material in question passes the water resistance test described further below.
- Water vapor permeable means that the material in question has a water vapor permeability of at least 1000 grams/m2/day.
- “Durable” or “durability” means that the material in question is abrasion resistant.
- Garment means any article that can be worn, and includes footwear, hats, gloves, shirts, coats, trousers, etc.
- Fibrous means fiber-like structures.
- “Elastomeric” means a material capable of stretching at least 50% of its original length when a force is applied and upon release of the stretching force will return to at least 80% of its original length.
- “Microporous” means a structure not visible to the naked eye. “Coalesced” means merged to the point that individual identity is lost. “Fabric” means a material made from textile fibers or yarns. “Non-woven fabric” means a porous, textile-like substance composed primarily or entirely of fibers randomly assembled in a web without use of a weaving or knitting process.
- FIG.1A is a schematic view of the cross-section of a non-porous polymeric film of the prior art.
- FIG.1B is a schematic view of the cross-section of a woven fabric of the prior art.
- FIG.1C is a schematic view of the cross-section of a non-woven fabric of the prior art.
- FIG. 2A is a photomicrograph of the cross-section of a commercial elastomeric non-woven fabric of comparative example 3 at a magnification of 200x.
- FIG. 2B is a photomicrograph of the cross-section of a commercial elastomeric non-woven fabric of comparative example 7 at a magnification of 400x.
- FIG.3A is a schematic view of the surface of the polymeric material of this invention.
- FIG.3B is a schematic view of a cross-section of the polymeric material of this invention.
- FIG.4A is a photomicrograph of the surface of the polymeric material of this invention as described in Example 1 at a magnification of 100x.
- Basis Weight about 130 g/m 2 .
- FIG.4B is a photomicrograph of the cross-section of the polymeric material of this invention as described in Example 1 at a magnification of 200x.
- Basis Weight about 130 g/m 2 .
- FIG.5A is a photomicrograph of the surface of the polymeric material of this invention as described in Example 2 at a magnification of 100x.
- Basis Weight about 130 gm/m2.
- FIG.5B is a photomicrograph of the cross-section of the polymeric material of this invention as described in Example 2 at a magnification of 450x.
- Basis Weight about 130 g/m 2 .
- FIG.6 is a photomicrograph of the cross-section of the polymeric material of this invention at a magnification of 500x.
- Basis Weight about 80 g/m 2 .
- FIG. 7 is a photomicrograph of the cross-section of the polymeric material of this invention at a magnification of 600x.
- Basis Weight about 40 g/m 2 .
- FIG.8 illustrates the abrasion resistance of the polymeric material of this invention and of commercial elastomeric non-woven fabrics as a function of bulk density. Solid Line shows the trend for materials of this invention. Broken Line shows the trend for commercially available elastomeric non-woven fabrics.
- FIG.9 is a schematic representation of the preferred method of obtaining the polymeric material of the invention.
- non-porous films made of abrasion resistant elastomeric polymeric materials are known to be flexible as well as abrasion resistant which makes them suitable for durable end uses. They, however, are not suitable for durable end uses that require porosity since such films, as shown schematically in Figure 1a, are not porous in nature and are void free, shown as 10. In such cases, synthetic woven or knitted fabrics are used as they provide the needed flexibility, porosity and abrasion resistance required.
- the resulting structure, as shown schematically in Figure 1 b for woven fabric therefore is made up of individual fibers 20, grouped in yarns 21 , and assembled in a regular arrangement.
- the porosity is derived from the spacing between the fibers and the abrasion resistance is provided by the highly oriented strong fibers itself.
- Woven and knitted fabrics both elastomeric as well as non-elastomeric, are rather expensive due to a large number of processing steps involved in converting a polymer into the fabric. Considering the widespread use of these fabrics in durable end uses, it is desirable to have a material that can perform like woven and knitted fabrics but is structurally different to permit lower cost processing.
- Non-woven fabrics that are made by polymer laid processes offer such processing advantages as a synthetic polymer is directly fiberized and converted into a fabric without any need for weaving or knitting.
- Structurally, as shown schematically in Figure 1 c, such non-woven fabrics are made of randomly arranged fibers 22 where the fibers are thermally, chemically or mechanically lightly bonded to one another at 23.
- Figures 2a and 2b show the cross-sectional photomicrograph of two different commercially available elastomeric non-woven fabrics made from polyurethane polymers. The structure consists essentially of randomly arranged individual polyurethane fibers that are lightly bonded to other fibers in some cases. This non-woven structure offers porosity between the fibers, but the abrasion resistance is usually very poor.
- these elastomeric non-woven fabrics are not suitable for durable end uses.
- the lightly bonded fibers are easily debonded and rapidly results in breakage, pilling or roping upon further abrasion.
- non-woven fabrics could be made as abrasion resistant as woven and knitted fabrics without comprising other functional characteristics such as porosity and handle.
- a different fibrous structure is required to provide such improved resistance. The present invention accomplishes that.
- the present invention describes a three-dimensional, porous elastomeric polymeric material, usually in the form of a sheet or film, that possess a structure which combines the structural features of a non-porous film and a non-woven fabric.
- the material of this invention ranges in thickness from 3 to 50 mils, preferably 5 to 25 mils.
- the basis weight of the material can also vary from 30 to 300 grams/m 2 , preferably 40-200 and most preferably 80 to 150 grams/m 2 .
- Figure 3a and 3b schematically illustrate the structure of the material of this invention, and Figures 4 to 7 are photomicrographs of the same.
- the surface of the material invented is fibrous in nature as shown schematically in Figure 3a and through photomicrographs in Figures 4a and 5a.
- the surface 1 consists predominantly of randomly arranged polymeric strands 2 formed by individual fibers randomly fused to one another at least along part of its length such as to lose their individual identity.
- the strands 2 are also coalesced at junctions 3 where the strands have contacted each other.
- the strands vary in size from 10 to 100 microns. Few individual fibers 4 are also seen to be present.
- a cross-section represents a section of the material taken along a plane which is perpendicular to the material's surface.
- the cross-section of this material (see Figures 3b, 4b & 5b), consists primarily of irregularly shaped non-porous polymeric areas 6 along with that of few fibers 4, still existing in their individual form.
- the polymeric areas 6 represent the cross-section of the polymeric strands 2.
- the diameter of the individual fibers vary from 5 to 30 microns and the cross-sectional area occupied by the irregularly shaped areas are greater than 50% of the total cross-sectional area occupied by the polymer structure.
- This ratio of area to the total polymer area depends on the basis weight of the material. As seen in Figures 5, 6 and 7, higher basis weight material show more coalescence, thereby resulting in the ratio of strand area to polymer area to be higher.
- the porosity of the structure arises from the network of interconnected voids 7 that provide passages for air permeability.
- the polymeric material appears to have a structure that is comprised of a surface primarily containing polymeric strands fused at least at crossover points, and an inner cross section of predominantly polymeric strands fused partially at least along abutting areas, and forming a non-porous network of irregularly shaped areas of polymer that are interconnected so as to define interconnected voids.
- the polymeric material of this invention due to the novel structure described above, exhibit properties that lies between that of a non-porous film and that of a non-woven fabric.
- the bulk density of the material of this invention is higher than that of common elastomeric non-wovens but less than that of a nonporous film.
- the bulk density of commonly available elastomeric non-wovens vary from 0.20 to 0.36 grams/cm3 whereas the density of the elastomeric polymers used to make these ranges from 0.9 to 1.25 grams/cm3.
- the bulk density of the material of this invention is at least 0.35 grams/cm3 and most commonly in the range of 0.40 to 0.55 grams/cm3.
- the increased density is a natural consequence of the novel structure with reduced porosity caused by the presence of the coalesced, dense polymeric areas that are non-porous in nature.
- the density can be higher so long as the MVTR is above the preferred 1000 g/m 2 /day value.
- the porous polymeric material of this invention is elastomeric in nature. These properties are controlled by the amount of coalesced ribbons within the structure as well as the overall basis weight. Generally speaking, higher coalescence and higher basis weights produce stronger material with increased force required to stretch the material. Typically, irrespective of its orientation, the material can be stretched at least 50%, preferably at least 100% and most preferably at least 300% upon application of a tensile load. Upon removal of the load, the material recovers at least 80% of its original dimension, preferably recovers at least 90% in both the machine and the transverse directions.
- the unique structure of the porous polymeric material of this invention has a remarkable effect on durability properties such as abrasion resistance.
- Figure 8 compares the abrasion resistance of the invented material and commercially available elastomeric non-woven fabrics at different basis weights.
- the abrasion resistance of the material of this invention is at least 2 times, more commonly 4 times higher than that offered by elastomeric non-woven fabrics of comparable basis weight but of much lower bulk densities.
- abrasion resistance increases with basis weight particularly at higher basis weights. In general the abrasion resistance will be greater than 50 cycles.
- the abrasion resistance is preferably at least 150 cycles and most commonly at least 300 cycles.
- the high abrasion resistance of the invented material makes it comparable in performance to certain woven and knitted fabrics.
- the abrasion resistance of the invented material is significantly greater than that for woven, knitted or non-woven fabrics of comparable basis weights.
- a 136 gram/m 2 woven Nylon Cordura® fabric has an abrasion resistance of 430 - 650 cycles as compared to a 130 gram/m 2 of this invention commonly having an abrasion resistance that is three-fold higher.
- the abrasion resistance when the basis weight is between 30 and 80 g/m 2 , the abrasion resistance should be at least 100 cycles. When basis weight is between 80 and 100 g/m 2 , the abrasion resistance should be at least 150 cycles. When it is between 100 and 150 g/m 2 , the abrasion resistance should be at least 300 cycles. When basis weight is between 80 and 120 g/m 2 , the abrasion resistance is preferably at least 750 cycles. When basis weight is between 150 and 300 g/m2, the abrasion resistance should be at least 1000 cycles.
- the material of this invention can be formed using conventional polymer laid processes such as meltblowing and spunbonding with some process adjustments or subsequent operations such as densification by calendering, if necessary.
- the invented material is preferably formed by a melt blowing process such as that described in Wente, Van A., "Superfine Thermoplastic Fibers", in Industrial Engineering Chemistry, vol.48, pages 1342 (1965) except that a drilled die is preferably used.
- the thermoplastic polymer is fed into an extruder 8 which feeds a melt blowing die 9.
- a high velocity stream of heated air draws and attenuates the extrudate into a stream of fine fibers 10 which is then collected on a carrier substrate 11 moving over a perforated cylindrical collector 12 to create the layered composite 14 with the invented material 13 on top of the carrier substrate 11.
- the collector can alternatively be a perforated belt.
- vacuum is applied at the collector to aid in formation of a fibrous web.
- the use of the carrier substrate can be eliminated if the collector surface has the correct release properties to prevent sticking of the fibers and also provides the appropriate level of air permeability.
- the melt blown fibers are collected in a random fashion on the substrate prior to complete solidification so that the fibers are able to coalesce to one another and form the material of this invention.
- the carrier substrate is preferably air-permeable such as woven, knitted or non-woven fabrics or metal or plastic screen and meshes to aid and regulate the air flow through the collector which can significantly affect the coalescence within the structure formed.
- the carrier fabric is a woven fabric with an air permeability of less than 100 cm3/cm 2 /sec. At higher substrate permeability, under identical process conditions, the material formed will typically have lower bulk density and lower abrasion resistance. However, the effect of increased air permeability of the carrier substrate or the collector can be somewhat compensated by adjusting the process conditions such as higher melt temperature, higher throughput, shorter distance of the collector from the die to name a few.
- the surfaces of the material of the invention can be patterned or embossed. If the carrier substrate or the collector possesses a pattern, such as the weave pattern in case of a woven fabric or metal screen, a mirror image of the pattern can be transferred on to one surface of the material of this invention.
- the clarity of the pattern will be depend on the specific details of the melt blowing conditions employed. Alternatively, such a pattern can be created on one or both the surfaces of the invented material by using conventional secondary operations such as embossing.
- Elastomeric synthetic polymers are used to create the porous polymeric material of this invention.
- such polymers need to be thermoplastic in nature with low modulus of elasticity , low hardness, high degree of elongation and high resistance to abrasion and wear.
- elastomeric polymers are block copolymers, preferably belonging to polyurethanes, polyetherester or polyetheramide family.
- Such thermoplastic elastomeric copolymers are available commercially from a number of sources such as Morthane® and Estane® brand of polyurethanes from Morton Polyurethanes (Chicago IL) and B.F.Goodrich (Brecksville, OH) respectively.
- polyetheresters are available as Hytrel® from Dupont (Wilmington, DE); as Arnitel® from DSM (Evansville, IN); as Riteflex® from Ticona, (Summit, NJ) and polyetheramides as Pebax® from Elf Atochem America, PA.
- Hardness of the polymer dictates the stiffness, drape and the hand of the material. Typically, the hardness of the polymer should be as low as possible without compromising its abrasion resistance. The hardness can range from 60 Shore A to 60 Shore D, preferably from 60A to 40D. In addition to being soft, high elongation to break is also a characteristics of these elastomeric polymers. Typically, the elongation to break should be at least 300%, preferably at least 400 %, most preferably greater than 500%. In addition to mechanical properties, other requirements such as temperature resistance, u.v. stability, solvent resistance etc. will also dictate the specific polymer to be used.
- the polymer should be thermally stable and it should also possess specific melt viscosity characteristics under the desired processing conditions. Generally, a melt viscosity less than 1000 poise is required to obtain acceptable melt blowing properties and the processing temperatures should be adjusted accordingly for the specific elastomeric polymer being used.
- melt flow index measured at 195°C, 5 kg. load according to ASTM D1238-89, the polymer should exhibit an MFI greater than 10 gm/10 minutes, preferably greater than 25 gm./10 minutes and most preferably greater than 50 gm./10 minutes.
- the polymers used may be mixed with other appropriate additives such as, for example, pigments, colorants, antioxidants, stabilizers, flow promoters, slip agents, fillers, solid solvents, cross-linking agents, particulates and other processing additives.
- the polymers may also contain additives to impart water repellency, oil repellency, hydrophilicity, soil removal and other such characteristics.
- additives include fluorinated compounds to impart water and oil repellency to melt blown fibers as described in U.S. patent 5,025,052.
- Another example is the use of cross-linking agents, like multi-functional isocyanates to improve the heat and chemical resistance of thermoplastic polyurethane polymers.
- Thermoplastic polyurethanes due to their high abrasion resistance, low hardness and excellent elastomeric properties, are the most preferred polymer to create the material of this invention.
- such polyurethanes can be based on either polyester or polyether soft segments and can have aromatic or aliphatic isocyanate moities forming the hard segment.
- Typical properties of such thermoplastic polyurethanes range from 70A to 60D for hardness, 400 to 1000% break elongation and 1.05 to 1.20 for specific gravity. In terms of processability, such polyurethanes should be processable (melt viscosity less than 1000 poise) at temperatures without significant thermal degradation.
- the porous polymeric material of this invention are combined with a such water resistant, water vapor permeable substrate to create durable composites which are a part of this invention.
- Water resistant, water vapor permeable substrates with acceptable softness and flexibility are generally manufactured through direct coating or adhesive lamination with durable fabric layers to create durable composites that are water resistant, but water vapor permeable.
- such composites are used commonly for garment applications as they provide improved comfort by allowing the passage of moisture from perspiration while offering protection from rain and wind.
- Non-porous films of hydrophilic copolymers such as polyetherurethanes, polyetheresters and polyetheramides are typical examples of such substrates and has been described respectively in U.S. Patents 4,194,041; 4,725,481; 4,230,838 for example.
- these polymers are converted into thin films by extrusion, film blowing or solvent casting. The films are then subsequently adhered to the inventive material of this invention at least on one side to create the water resistant, water vapor permeable composites.
- such hydrophilic polymers can be extruded or solvent coated directly on to the inventive material to create a coated composite of this invention.
- the hydrophilic polymer can exist on the surface with minimal penetration of the porous material or it can penetrate to where it occupies at least a portion of the porous structure.
- the hydrophilic polymer will only be partially penetrated into the porous structure of the invented material to create enough pore occlusion to impart acceptable water resistant properties without compromising the water vapor permeability.
- Microporous polymer membranes are also used as water resistant, water vapor substrates.
- the preferred microporous polymer membrane is expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (ePTFE) which is characterized by a multiplicity of open, interconnecting microscopic voids, high void volume, high strength, soft, flexible, air permeability and stable chemical properties.
- ePTFE expanded polytetrafluoroethylene
- U.S. Patents 3,953,566 and 4,187,390 describe the preparation of such microporous ePTFE membranes and are incorporated herein by reference. While retaining its air permeability, ePTFE membranes can be further treated to impart improved resistance to contamination by low surface tension liquids such as solvents and oils.
- such oleophobic ePTFE is obtained by treating it with fluoropolymers as described in U.S. Patent 5,375,441.
- composites of microporous membranes with hydrophilic polymers are also used as substrates.
- the continuous hydrophilic polymer layer selectively transports water vapor by diffusion, but does not support pressure driven liquid or air flow. Therefore, moisture i.e., water vapor is transported but the continuous layer precludes the passage of such things as air-borne particles, micro-organisms, oils or other contaminants.
- the continuous layer also makes the composite to be air impermeable.
- a preferred composite substrate is ePTFE with a coating of a continuous layer of a hydrophilic polymer such as polyurethane as described in U.S. patents 4,194,041. If needed, oleophobic ePTFE can also be used to create a composite substrate as described above.
- Novel water resistant, water vapor permeable composites can be further created by combining the water resistant, water vapor permeable composites with the porous elastomeric material of this invention at least on one side of the substrate. If desired, another layer of the invented material or a layer of conventional woven, knitted or non-woven fabric can be bonded to the other side of the substrate.
- the preferred method of combination is through adhesive lamination. For example, as described in U.S. Patent 4,532,316; a polyurethane adhesive can be used in a discontinuous pattern to create the desired composites. Alternatively, as described in U.S. Patent 5,036,551 ; a continuous layer of hydrophilic polyurethane can be used as the adhesive to create the desired composites.
- the composite made using the porous elastomeric polymeric material of this invention is novel as it affords the durability properties at least comparable to composites made from conventional woven or knitted fabrics. Additionally, because of the elastomeric nature of the material, the resulting composite is soft and of acceptable hand. If the substrates used are also elastomeric in nature, the composites formed can exhibit elastic properties such as high stretch and recovery that are desirable for garments and accessories requiring form fitting characteristics. These novel composites are water vapor permeable to the level of at least 1000 g/m 2 /day.
- novel composites can be converted into water resistant, water vapor permeable garments and clothing accessories by a variety of means.
- One of the ways these composites can be assembled into such articles is to create water resistant seams by joining the fibrous material surface of the composite to itself or to another fabric surface of a composite.
- Other uses of the composites include bivy bags, tenting and other protective coverings.
- Basis weight was measured by cutting a 4.25 inch diameter ( 0.009 m 2 ) specimen. Average weight of 3 specimens is recorded and reported in grams/m 2 . In cases where the sample on a substrate, the weight of both was recorded and the weight of the substrate is subtracted off later.
- Thickness was measured according to ASTM-D-1977-64 using a C & R Thickness Tester, model no. CS55 with a 2 oz. weight and a 1.1 inch presser foot. Average of at least 2 readings was recorded as the thickness in mils.
- Samples were evaluated for abrasion resistance, as determined by visual inspection, using a modified universal wear test method.
- the method is based on ASTM standard D3886-92 and consists essentially of abrading a sample with a selected abradent and determining the number of cycles until a hole visually appears through the test sample.
- the sample is abraded using a Commercial Inflated Diaphragm Abrasion Tester available through Custom Scientific Instruments in Cedar Knolls, New Jersey ( model no. CS59-391). A one pound weight is used along with a 4 psig inflation pressure to accelerate the wear. 600 grit sandpaper is used as the abradent. The abradent is replaced every 150 cycles and at the start of a new sample.
- Circular samples, 4.25 inches in diameter, of products of this invention are placed on the tester with the side to be abraded, i.e., the three dimensional material, facing up and a contrasting color substrate below.
- the sandpaper is moved horizontally across the surface of the sample in a back and forth motion while the sample itself is being rotated 360 degrees to ensure uniform wear in all directions.
- a single back and forth motion is denoted as a "cycle”.
- the sample is evaluated for visual wear every 150 cycles until a hole through the sample to the substrate is observed. The point of the first sign of a hole is recorded as failure.
- At least two specimens were tested and the abrasion resistance is reported as the average number of abrasion cycles required for the specimens to fail.
- Air Permeability Carrier substrates were evaluated for air permeability using a test method based on ISO 9237-1995E on a TexTest FX330 air permeability tester. The test method was to cut a sample which covered the 60 mm diameter test aperture. After clamping the sample in the machine, an air pressure of 100 Pa is applied to the bottom side of the sample and the volume of air passing through the sample in a given time is measured. This flow rate is recorded and reported in cm3/cm 2 /sec. At least two specimens were tested and the air permeability is reported as the average value. Stretch and Recovery
- the stretch and recovery properties was measured using a Instron Model 5500R tensile testing machine. 1 inch wide and 6 inches long specimens were cut from the sample in the machine and in the transverse directions. Two marks were placed 2 inches apart in the long direction of the specimen. All the specimens were simultaneously mounted on the testing machine with the test grips spaced 3 inches apart. The crosshead is then extended by 1.5 inches at a rate of 10 inches/min to stretch the specimen by 50%. If the any of the specimens did not break, the sample was deemed to be capable of stretching at least 50% of its length. The specimens were held in the stretched state for 5 minutes and the cross head was then returned to the position at the start of the test.
- MVTR Water vapour transmission rate
- a solution consisting of 35 parts by weight of potassium acetate and 15 parts by weight of distilled water
- a 133 ml. polypropylene cup having an inside diameter of 6.5 cm at its mouth.
- An expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) membrane having a minimum MVTR of approximately 85,000g/m 2 /24 hrs. as tested by the method described in US Patent No. 4,862,730 to Crosby and available from W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc. of Newark, Delaware, was heat sealed to the lip of the cup to create a taut, leakproof, microporous barrier containing the solution.
- PTFE polytetrafluoroethylene
- a similar expanded PTFE membrane was mounted to the surface of a water bath.
- the water bath assembly was controlled at 23°C plus or minus 0.2°C, utilising a temperature controlled room and a water circulating bath.
- the sample to be tested was allowed to condition at a temperature of 23°C and a relative humidity of 50% prior to performing the test procedure.
- Three samples were placed so that each sample to be tested was in contact with the expanded PTFE membrane mounted over the surface of the water bath, and was allowed to equilibrate for at least 15 minutes prior to the introduction of the cup assembly.
- the cup assembly was weighed to the nearest 1/1000g and was inverted onto the centre of the text sample. Water transport was provided by the driving force between the water in the water bath and the saturated salt solution providing water flux by diffusion in that direction. The sample was tested for 15 minutes and the cup assembly was then removed, and weighed again to within 0.001 g.
- the MVTR of the sample was calculated from the weight gain of the cup assembly and was expressed in grams of water per square meter of sample surface area per 24 hours.
- Samples of the materials were tested for water resistance by using a modified Suter test method, which is a low water entry pressure challenge.
- the test consists essentially of forcing water against one side of a test piece, and observing the other side of the test piece for indications of water penetration through it.
- the sample to be tested is clamped and sealed between rubber gaskets in a fixture that holds the test piece inclined from the horizontal.
- the outer surface of the test piece faces upward and is open to the atmosphere and to close observation. Air is removed from inside the fixture and pressure is applied to the inside surface of the test piece, over an area of 7.62 cm (3.0 inches) diameter, as water is forced against it.
- the water pressure on the test piece was increased to 1 psi by a pump connected to a water reservoir, as indicated by an appropriate gauge and regulated by an inline air valve.
- test piece The outer surface of the test piece is watched closely for the appearance of any water forced through the material. Water seen on the surface is interpreted as a leak. A sample achieves a passing grade when, after 3 minutes, no water is visible on the surface.
- the peak force required to flex a sample through a defined geometric bend was measured.
- the device used was a Thwing-Albert Handle-O-Meter, model 211- 5-10.
- the Handle-O-Meter has a 1000g blade which forces a sample through a 0.25 inch wide slot having parallel sides.
- the peak force required to achieve this deflection is report in grams. This force is influenced by the friction between the sample and the polished face of the machine.
- Samples were die cut into ten 4 inch square specimens, five of which were cut in the fill direction and five of which were cut from the warp direction. Each sample was tested in each of its four orientations: machine or cross-machine direction corresponding with sample cut direction, and inner side up, in contact with the blade or inner side down in contact with the slot. The peak load for each orientation is recorded and the sum of all four is noted as the 'hand'. The average of 5 readings are reported.
- thermoplastic polyurethane TPU1
- TPU1 was synthesized from 4,4'- diphenylmethane diisocyanate (MDI) / 1000 molecular weight polycaprolactone diol (PCL1000) / 1 ,4-butane diol in the molar equivalents of 2: 1 : 1.12 respectively using conventional polyurethane prepolymer-type synthesis technique and then converted into pellets.
- MDI 4,4'- diphenylmethane diisocyanate
- PCL1000 molecular weight polycaprolactone diol
- the resulting TPU1 has a hardness of 85 Shore A hardness, a break elongation in excess of 400% and a melt flow index of about 140 grams/10 minute (at195oC, 5kg.).
- TPU1 was used to create the fibrous polymeric material of the invention through a melt blowing technique.
- a 20 inches wide horizontal melt blowing die with 0.0145 inches diameter orifices arranged in a single row with a spacing of 25 holes per inch was used.
- TPU1 in pellet form, was fed into a single screw extruder.
- the extruder temperature profile was maintained at a steady ramp profile, from the feed zone at 350°F up to the end zone at 460°F.
- the melt was fed into the die, maintained at 415°F, at a throughput of 0.92 g/min/hole.
- the die nose piece was setback by 0.060 inches and the air gap was set at 0.060 inches.
- the air temperature was maintained at 440°F at an air volume of 590 cfm.
- TPU1 was converted into the polymeric material of this invention under conditions similar to that described in example 1.
- the melt blown TPU1 material was collected on a 4.4 oz/yd 2 woven fabric with an air permeability of 47 cm3/cm 2 /sec. The material was then peeled off from the woven fabric and tested for various properties.
- the results are summarized in Table 1. .
- the results indicate the high bulk density and the high abrasion resistance of the invented material of this example.
- TPU1 was melt blown on to various woven fabrics to create the polymeric material of the invention of different basis weights.
- the procedure used was similar to that described in example 2.
- the resulting materials were peeled off from the woven fabric carriers and tested for various properties. The results are listed in Table 1. It is seen that, though structurally similar, the bulk density and the abrasion resistance of the invented material depend on the basis weight.
- a water resistant, air impermeable and water vapor permeable substrate was made by coating ePTFE film of 18 g/m 2 weight with a 12 gm/m 2 layer of a hydrophilic polyurethane as described in U.S. Patent 4,194,041.
- the substrate was then adhered to the polymeric material of example 3 on the ePTFE side using a dot pattern of polyurethane adhesive as described in U.S. Patent 4,532,316 to create a water vapor permeable, water resistant composite.
- the composite was tested for various properties and the results are listed in Table 3.
- Comparative Example 10 A composite similar to that described in Example 8 was made except that a 4 oz/yd 2 woven Cordura fabric was used in place of the polymeric material of this invention. The properties of the resulting composite are provided in Table 3. The results of Example 8 & Comparative Example 10 indicate the improved hand and abrasion resistance offered to the composite by the material of this invention as compared to a woven fabric of similar weight.
- Example 9 To the available hydrophilic coating side of the composite of Example 8, a 1.3 oz/yd 2 knitted fabric was adhered using a dot pattern of polyurethane adhesive. The composite was tested for various properties and the results are listed in Table 3. Comparative Example 11
- Example 9 A composite similar to that described in Example 9 was made except that a 4 oz/yd 2 woven Cordura fabric was used in place of the polymeric material of this invention.
- the properties of the resulting composite are provided in Table 3.
- the results of Example 9 & Comparative Example 11 indicate the improved hand and abrasion resistance offered to the composite by the material of this invention as compared to a woven fabric of similar weight.
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L'invention concerne une matière polymère élastomère poreuse tridimensionnelle ayant une morphologie principalement constituée de fibres polymères fusionnées de manière aléatoire le long des parties de leur longueur, avec une section transversale d'un réseau de zones polymères irrégulières reliées entre elles de manière à définir des cavités reliées entre elles. La densité apparente de matière correspond à au moins 0,35 grammes/cm3. La matière est utile dans des applications vestimentaires dans lesquelles elle peut être adhérée à différents substrats de manière à fournir une résistance d'abrasion améliorée. L'invention concerne également des composites de ladite matière.
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