JIS L 1907-2010 PDF

Full title and description

JIS L 1907-2010 — Testing methods for water absorbency of textiles. This Japanese Industrial Standard specifies standardized test procedures for determining the water absorbency and wicking behaviour of textile materials and specimens used in apparel, household and technical textiles.

Abstract

This standard defines test methods used to evaluate how textiles take up and transport liquid (water), including procedures for specimen preparation, conditioning, measurement of vertical wicking (the Bireck method) and related reporting. It is intended to give reproducible, comparable results for assessing absorbency and directional wicking performance of woven, knitted and nonwoven textiles.

General information

• Status: Current / Active
• Publication date: 21 June 2010 (2010 edition)
• Publisher: Japanese Standards Association / Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS)
• ICS / categories: 59.080.01 (Textiles in general)
• Edition / version: 2010 edition (supersedes JIS L 1907:2004)
• Number of pages: English-language distributor records show approximately 10–15 pages (varies by publisher edition / formatting).

Bibliographic and distributor records confirm the 2010 edition as the current JIS L 1907 text and list the publisher and ICS classification.

Scope

Applies to the testing of water absorbency and wicking behaviour of textile materials. The standard sets out test specimen dimensions and conditioning, required apparatus, measurement procedures (including vertical wicking/Bireck), calculation and reporting of results so laboratories and manufacturers can assess and compare absorbency performance across fabric types.

Key topics and requirements

• Specimen preparation and conditioning to a standard atmosphere before testing.
• Required test apparatus and setup for vertical wicking (Bireck) measurements.
• Procedure for measuring wicking length (distance) versus time and rules for recording results.
• Defined reporting format and calculation of mean values from repeated specimens.
• Applicability notes for woven, knitted and nonwoven textile specimens and directions (warp/weft).

Topic list is derived from the standard’s test-method structure and examples used in technical literature that reference JIS L 1907 methods.

Typical use and users

Used by textile test laboratories, quality-control and R&D teams in textile and apparel manufacturing, material scientists, standards committees, and academic researchers studying moisture management, comfort and functional textile performance. Laboratories use it to characterize and compare absorbency and wicking performance for product development and acceptance testing.

Related standards

Often referenced alongside other textile testing methods such as JIS L 1096 (drying rate measurements) and international/industry methods for absorbency and wicking (for example AATCC and ISO methods for absorbency, drop tests and vertical-wicking procedures). Practitioners commonly use JIS L 1907 results together with complementary tests for moisture management and drying.

Keywords

water absorbency; absorbency test; wicking; vertical wicking; Bireck method; textiles; JIS L 1907; moisture management; test method; specimen conditioning.

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: JIS L 1907-2010 is the Japanese Industrial Standard that specifies testing methods for the water absorbency and wicking behaviour of textiles.

Q: What does it cover?

A: It covers specimen preparation and conditioning, apparatus and measurement procedures (including the vertical wicking/Bireck method), calculation and reporting of absorbency and wicking results for textile specimens.

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: Textile test laboratories, manufacturers’ QC and R&D teams, researchers and standards bodies use this standard to evaluate and compare fabric absorbency and wicking performance.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: The 2010 edition (published 21 June 2010) is recorded as the current (active) edition and supersedes the 2004 edition. Consult the Japanese Standards Association or authorized distributors for any amendments or later revisions.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: Yes — it is part of the JIS L series covering textile testing methods; it is commonly used alongside other JIS L test standards that address related properties such as drying rate and moisture management.

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: Key keywords are water absorbency, wicking, vertical wicking, Bireck method, textile testing, JIS L 1907.