ASTM D4704 – Standard Test Method for Tearing Strength, Tongue Tear of Leather
Description:
Significance and Use
4.1 Knowledge of the strength of the sample can be a determining factor for the end use of the product.
Scope
1.1 This test method is intended for determining the tearing strength of leather by measuring the force required to tear a specimen cut perpendicular to the surface. This test method does not apply to wet blue.
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.
ASTM D4703