Oil Repellency Textile Lab Testing
Applus+ Reliable Analysis performs precise oil repellency testing that helps textile and medical device manufacturers develop materials that resist hydrocarbon oils, lubricants, and body fluids. Additionally, our testing verifies barrier performance and long-term material durability. We build these capabilities on our established fluid repellency and chemical resistance expertise.
Our ISO/IEC 17025-accredited laboratory uses proven equipment to deliver accurate and repeatable results. As a result, you receive reliable grade ratings for medical scrubs, surgical gowns, barrier drapes, protective covers, and high-performance fabrics.
Oil repellency testing applies a series of standardized hydrocarbon oils with increasing surface tension to the material surface. Next, we determine the highest oil grade that does not penetrate or wet the fabric. This evaluation helps manufacturers validate medical protective apparel, surgical drapes, hospital scrubs, and technical textiles. These materials must resist oils, lotions, disinfectants, and bodily fluids during everyday use.
Additionally, our laboratory performs every evaluation with calibrated oil test kits, spotting systems, conditioning chambers, and microscopic inspection equipment. Our experienced team conditions each specimen carefully and records clear visual and instrumental measurements. Consequently, you receive accurate, consistent, and repeatable results.
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Common Oil Repellency Textile Testing Standards
AATCC 118 Oil Repellency: Hydrocarbon Resistance Test
Applus+ Reliable Analysis performs AATCC 118 oil repellency testing using our calibrated oil test kit, spotting setups, and E-058 microscopes already supporting fluid resistance evaluations. We apply a series of hydrocarbon oils with increasing surface tension to conditioned textile specimens and determine the highest grade that does not penetrate or wet the surface. This test is essential for medical scrubs, surgical gowns, barrier drapes, and protective fabrics where resistance to oils, body fluids, and lubricants helps maintain cleanliness and barrier performance. You receive fast, ISO/IEC 17025-accredited results with clear grade ratings that help ensure your materials meet medical and technical performance requirements.
ISO 14419 Textiles Oil Repellency Hydrocarbon Resistance Test
We run ISO 14419 oil repellency testing on our current oil test kit and conditioning chambers for international medical and technical textiles. The method evaluates resistance to hydrocarbon oils using standardized droplets and visual assessment. This supports global manufacturers of protective apparel and barrier materials. You benefit from harmonized, widely recognized results that align with your export and quality standards.
AATCC 118 with Post-Abrasion Oil Repellency
Applus+ Reliable Analysis combines AATCC 118 oil repellency testing with post-abrasion evaluation using our Martindale and Stoll abraders followed by the oil test kit. We assess how well oil resistance holds up after simulated wear on medical scrubs and workwear fabrics. This integrated approach gives manufacturers realistic durability data. You receive comprehensive results that link mechanical wear with continued oil repellency from one accredited laboratory.
GMW Oil Repellency specs for Coated Textiles
Applus+ Reliable Analysis performs GMW-specified oil repellency testing using our oil test kit and conditioning equipment for coated textiles. The method evaluates resistance to automotive and medical-grade oils on seating and interior materials. This ensures compliance with GM performance criteria. You gain efficient, OEM-compliant results from a lab experienced with GM fluid resistance requirements.
FLTM BI 113 / BN Series Oil Repellency
We execute FLTM BI 113 and BN series oil repellency testing on our current spotting setups for Ford-specified medical and interior textiles. Textiles are challenged with standardized oils and rated for resistance. This supports fabric qualification for medical and vehicle applications. You receive reliable results integrated with our broader repellency and chemical testing program.
SAE J Oil Repellency for Automotive Textiles
Applus+ Reliable Analysis performs SAE-specified oil repellency testing using our oil test kit for automotive and technical medical textiles. The method assesses resistance to hydrocarbon oils under relevant conditions. This supports hybrid medical/automotive fabrics requiring robust oil protection. You receive clear, SAE-aligned data integrated with our full fluid resistance testing capabilities.
AATCC 118 Post-Laundering Oil Repellency Retention
Applus+ Reliable Analysis combines AATCC 118 oil repellency testing with post-laundering evaluation using our laundering simulation and oil test kit. We measure how well oil resistance is retained after repeated washing on medical scrubs and protective gowns. This integrated method helps validate long-term performance. You receive practical results that reflect real-world care and use conditions from one accredited laboratory.
ISO 14419 Medical Barrier Textile Adaptation
We apply ISO 14419 oil repellency testing with adaptation for medical barrier textiles using our oil test kit and microscopic evaluation. The method assesses hydrocarbon resistance on hospital-grade fabrics and surgical drapes. This supports manufacturers of low-linting and high-barrier materials. You benefit from internationally accepted results tailored to healthcare performance needs.
Your Partner for Expert Textile Oil Repellency Testing
Applus+ Reliable Analysis stands ready to support your oil repellency and fluid resistance testing needs with the same technical expertise and attention to detail we bring to all our mechanical testing programs. Our ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation and established fluid repellency and chemical evaluation equipment allow us to expand these textile capabilities quickly and cost-effectively.
If you are developing or qualifying medical scrubs, protective gowns, barrier fabrics, coated materials, or any textiles where resistance to oils and hydrocarbons is important, we would be happy to discuss how our capabilities align with your project. 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.
