Before running the fabric tests, note the following:
Use a new fabric sample for each test in order to obtain more accurate data.
To exit from testing at any time, click Close at the bottom right of the screen. Alternatively, click the X at the top right corner of the screen.
You can abort a test at any time and restart it. If tests are not finished, the following is displayed:
Click Cancel to continue testing.
Click Exit to exit without saving completed test results.
Click Save & Exit to save completed test results and exit.
You can disconnect the FAB and turn it off after testing is complete.
Available Tests
The available tests for the FAB are:
Length Sample
Width Sample
Bias Sample
Note
The test results display in graph form.
Y axis - How much force is used.
X axis - Extension, or the length the fabric is extended
Blue - Stretch and thickness test results
Green - Short segment bend up result
Red - Short segment bend down result