Gas Fade/Burnt Gas Textile Lab Testing
Applus+ Reliable Analysis delivers reliable gas fade and burnt gas testing that helps textile and medical device manufacturers protect the color and appearance of their materials against nitrogen oxide exposure. Our expanded capabilities build directly on our existing colorfastness, chemical exposure, and surface evaluation accreditations using proven equipment already operating in our ISO/IEC 17025-accredited laboratory. You receive dependable data for medical scrubs, gowns, seating fabrics, protective covers, and coated barrier materials where resistance to gas fading ensures long-term appearance and professional performance.
Gas fade and burnt gas testing exposes colored textiles, coated fabrics, and synthetic leather to controlled combustion byproducts, primarily nitrogen oxides, then measures color change using precise Delta E values and visual assessment. This property is critical for medical fabrics and furnishings that may encounter environmental gases, exhaust, or indoor pollutants without losing their original color or professional look. At Applus+ Reliable Analysis, we perform these evaluations with our gas exposure chambers, E-007 color/gloss instruments, and E-058 Nikon microscopes already running under our accredited scope. Our team controls exposure levels and duration carefully while providing clear, easy-to-understand results with supporting images.
Furthermore, we combine gas fade testing with chemical stress, abrasion, perspiration, amine resistance, vinyl crazing, and colorfastness evaluations. This integrated approach provides a complete understanding of how your colored materials perform in real-world medical and clinical environments. We also evaluate color retention after combined environmental and mechanical exposure to measure long-term durability. Whether you require standard AATCC or ISO methods, post-abrasion evaluations, or custom testing protocols for medical applications, our team delivers accurate, repeatable, and traceable results. Finally, we help you meet OEM, FDA, AAMI, and international performance requirements with confidence.
Common Gas Fade/Burnt Gas Textile Testing Standards:
AATCC 23 Colorfastness to Burnt Gas Fumes
Applus+ Reliable Analysis performs AATCC 23 colorfastness to burnt gas fumes testing using gas exposure chambers, E-007 color and gloss instruments, and E-058 Nikon microscopes. Additionally, our ISO/IEC 17025-accredited laboratory delivers accurate and repeatable color and chemical evaluations. We expose dyed textiles, coated fabrics, and synthetic leather to controlled burnt gas fumes containing nitrogen oxides. Next, we measure color change using precise Delta E (ΔE) values and visual assessments. As a result, you receive dependable data that supports product qualification and quality control.
This testing helps manufacturers qualify medical scrubs, gowns, seating fabrics, colored barrier materials, and other dyed textiles. These materials must resist fading caused by environmental gases and exhaust to maintain appearance and long-term performance. Furthermore, our experienced team carefully controls every exposure condition and documents color changes with clear ratings and high-resolution images. We also provide detailed ΔE measurements that simplify material comparisons and performance evaluations. Consequently, you receive fast, ISO/IEC 17025-accredited results that help verify your colored medical textiles meet appearance and durability requirements.
ISO 105-G02 Color Fastness to Nitrogen Oxides (Burnt Gas)
We run ISO 105-G02 gas fade testing on our current gas exposure chambers and E-007 color measurement tools for international medical protective apparel and hospital textiles. The method evaluates color change after exposure to nitrogen oxides. This supports global manufacturers of medical fabrics requiring consistent color retention. You benefit from harmonized, widely recognized results that align with your export and quality standards.
GMW (Gas Fade / Burnt Gas specs for Coated Textiles)
Applus+ Reliable Analysis performs GMW-specified gas fade and burnt gas testing using our gas chambers and E-007 color/gloss instruments for GM medical seating and interior colored coated textiles. The method assesses resistance to color change from combustion byproducts. This ensures materials maintain appearance in medical and vehicle environments. You gain efficient, OEM-compliant results from a lab experienced with GM colorfastness requirements.
FLTM BI 113 / BN Series Gas Fade for Coated Materials
We execute FLTM BI 113 and BN series gas fade testing on our current gas exposure setups and color measurement tools for Ford-specified medical and interior colored textiles. The method evaluates fading and color shift under standardized burnt gas conditions. This supports fabric qualification for medical and vehicle applications. You receive reliable results integrated with our broader color and chemical testing program.
SAE J (related Gas Fade / Burnt Gas for Automotive Textiles)
Applus+ Reliable Analysis performs SAE-specified gas fade and burnt gas testing using our gas chambers and E-007 color instruments for automotive and technical medical interior colored textiles. The method measures resistance to nitrogen oxide-induced fading. This supports hybrid medical/automotive fabrics requiring robust color durability. You receive clear, SAE-aligned data integrated with our full color and surface testing capabilities.
AATCC 23 with Post-Abrasion Gas Fade
Applus+ Reliable Analysis combines AATCC 23 gas fade testing with post-abrasion evaluation using our Martindale/Stoll abraders, gas exposure chambers, and E-007 color tools. Colored medical seating and protective fabrics are first abraded to simulate wear and then exposed to burnt gas fumes. This integrated method serves producers of high-use medical textiles. You receive practical results that reflect real-world wear followed by environmental gas exposure from one accredited laboratory.
ISO 105-G02 with Post-Chemical Gas Fade
Applus+ Reliable Analysis combines ISO 105-G02 gas fade testing with post-chemical exposure using our chemical chambers, gas exposure setups, and E-007 color instruments. Medical fabrics are exposed to disinfectants or cleaners and then tested for burnt gas fading. This integrated method gives manufacturers realistic durability data for healthcare environments. You benefit from comprehensive results that link chemical contact with gas fade performance.
GMW with Low-Level Burnt Gas Fade for Medical Interiors
Applus+ Reliable Analysis performs GMW low-level burnt gas fade testing using our gas exposure chambers, E-007 color/gloss tools, and E-058 microscopes for medical seating covers and sensitive colored barrier materials. The method evaluates subtle color change under controlled low-concentration fumes. This supports long-term color stability in hospital and clinical settings. You benefit from reliable results that integrate with our chemical and color performance testing services.
Your Partner for Expert Textile Gas Fade Testing
Applus+ Reliable Analysis supports your gas fade and burnt gas colorfastness testing needs with proven technical expertise and precise execution. Additionally, we apply the same rigorous approach used across all our mechanical testing programs. Our ISO/IEC 17025-accredited laboratory uses established color evaluation and chemical exposure equipment to expand these textile testing capabilities quickly and cost-effectively. As a result, you receive accurate, repeatable, and traceable data to support product development and qualification.
If you are developing or qualifying medical scrubs, seating fabrics, protective textiles, coated materials, or other products that require resistance to gas fading, we are ready to help. Furthermore, our team will review your requirements and recommend the most effective testing approach. We work closely with you to ensure our capabilities align with your project goals and performance requirements.
Contact us today or request a quote to get started. We look forward to partnering with you.
Additional Applus+ Reliable Analysis’ Commercial Textile Testing Capabilities
Whether it be material EMC, environmental, fabrication, or durability testing, Applus+ Reliable Analysis has a full lab of test equipment, which permits us to provide short lead times on scheduling. Our team strives to give our customers more time and energy on product development rather than testing.
Below is a list of common textile testing types that Reliable Analysis offers. Don’t see what you are looking for? Contact us, and we will determine the best course of action.
