Description
Introduction SDC Blue Wool Standards 1 to 8
The SDC Blue Wool Standards form the internationally recognized reference scale for light fastness testing across the textile SDC Blue Wool Standards 1 to 8 industry. Labs place a dyed fabric specimen beside this graded strip set under a xenon arc or daylight test cabinet, then measure how quickly each reference strip fades compared to the sample. Grade 1 fades fastest and represents poor light fastness, while grade 8 resists fading and represents excellent light fastness. Testing facilities across Bangladesh rely on these SDC Blue Wool Standards to assign accurate ratings under ISO 105-B02 and related test methods. As a result, exporters gain trustworthy fastness data that satisfies buyer compliance requirements
Specifications SDC Blue Wool Standards 1 to 8
| Parameter | Detail |
| Product Name | SDC Blue Wool Standards |
| Grade Range | 1 to 8 (complete set) |
| Material | 100% Wool, dyed to reference fading rates |
| Form | Pre-cut strips, ready for test cabinet use |
| Relevant Standard | ISO 105-B02 and related light fastness test methods |
| Compatibility | Xenon arc, carbon arc, and daylight exposure cabinets |
| Usage | Comparative reference during light fastness testing |
| Packaging | Supplied as a complete graded set, per SDC standard packing |
| Storage | Store away from direct light exposure when not in use |
| Technical Attribute | Value |
| Fiber Composition | 100% Wool |
| Grade Count | 8 grades (1 lowest fastness, 8 highest fastness) |
| Fading Behaviour | Progressive resistance increase from grade 1 to grade 8 |
| Relevant Standard | ISO 105-B02 |
| Compatible Equipment | Xenon arc lamp, carbon arc lamp, daylight cabinets |
| Exposure Method | Side-by-side comparative fading assessment |
| Storage Requirement | Dark, dry storage to preserve reference accuracy |
| Reusability | Reusable across multiple test cycles until visible fading limit |
Key Features SDC Blue Wool Standards 1 to 8
- Covers the full reference range from grade 1 through grade 8
- Manufactured to internationally recognized dyeing and fading consistency
- Supports accurate, comparative light fastness assessment
- Compatible with xenon arc, carbon arc, and daylight test cabinets
- Comes as pre-cut wool strips, ready for direct use in testing
- Maintains stable fading behaviour across repeated test cycles
- Suits both routine QC checks and formal certification testing
Applications SDC Blue Wool Standards 1 to 8
- Colour fastness to light testing under ISO 105-B02
- Comparative fading assessment for dyed and printed fabrics
- Xenon arc and carbon arc lamp exposure testing
- Outdoor and window-fastness exposure test reference
- Quality control verification for export-bound dyed fabrics
- R&D testing for new dye formulations and pigment stability
- Compliance testing for international buyer fastness requirements
Who Uses This SDC Blue Wool Standards 1 to 8
- Textile testing laboratories and certification bodies
- Dye houses and fabric mills verifying light fastness performance
- RMG (Ready-Made Garment) factories with in-house QC labs
- Buying houses conducting pre-shipment compliance checks
- University and research textile engineering departments
- Merchandisers preparing samples for international buyer approval
- Independent quality auditors serving export-oriented clients
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) SDC Blue Wool Standards 1 to 8
Q1: What do the SDC Blue Wool Standards measure?
This reference set measures light fastness by comparing how quickly a dyed test fabric fades against known reference grades.
Q2: What does grade 1 versus grade 8 mean?
Grade 1 fades quickly and indicates poor light fastness, while grade 8 resists fading and indicates excellent light fastness.
Q3: Which testing standard uses this set?
Labs use this set primarily under ISO 105-B02, along with related light fastness test methods.
Q4: Which equipment works with this reference set?
Xenon arc, carbon arc, and daylight exposure cabinets all work with this reference set during standard light fastness testing.
Q5: Can I reuse the standards across multiple tests?
Yes, labs reuse each strip across multiple test cycles until visible fading reduces its accuracy as a reference SDC Blue Wool Standards 1 to 8.
Q6: Does ASTZBD deliver across Bangladesh?
Yes, ASTZBD ships this product to customers in Dhaka and other major cities throughout Bangladesh SDC Blue Wool Standards 1 to 8.
Why Buy From ASTZBD
- ASTZBD supplies genuine, certified SDC Blue Wool Standards directly to buyers across Bangladesh.
- Every set ships with verified grading accuracy, so customers can trust the light fastness ratings they generate.
- Our team understands the compliance pressure that RMG factories and testing labs face, and therefore we keep stock ready to prevent testing delays before shipment deadlines.
- Customers also benefit from prompt delivery, transparent pricing, and dedicated support from a team familiar with ISO light fastness testing requirements.
- Choosing ASTZBD means choosing a supplier that textile professionals across Bangladesh already trust.
