General Specifications The Brisa® Mokume
fabric is composed of a 100% polycarbonate polyurethane surface with a backing of 65% polyester and 35% rayon. It weighs approximately 9.3 oz per square yard (315 grams per square meter) and has a thickness of about 1.0 millimeters. The fabric is available in a width of 54 inches (137 centimeters).
Performance
The fabric demonstrates high abrasion resistance, meeting ASTM D4157 with 300,000 double rubs (Wyzenbeek) and BS 2543 with 160,000 rubs (Martindale). It has a hydrolysis stability of over 14 weeks, adhering to ASTM D3690-02 Sect. 6.11 and ISO 1419 Method C. Additional performance metrics include adhesion of coating (ASTM D751), tear strength (ASTM D2261), breaking strength (ASTM D5034), air permeability (ASTM D737), and sound absorption (ASTM C423).
Colorfastness
The fabric exhibits light fastness with a grade of 4-5 after 200 hours (AATCC 16.3) and excellent crocking resistance, class 5 wet and dry (AATCC 8).
Flammability
The fabric meets several flammability standards, including ASTM E84 (Class A), CA TB 117-2013, FMVSS 302 & 95/28 Annex IV, NFPA 260 (Class 1), and UFAC (Class 1). It also complies with other tests such as BS 5852, BS 5867, BS 7175, California Technical Bulletin 133, FAR Specifications, IMO A.652 (16), and NFPA 701.
Environmental and Health Certifications
The fabric is GREENGUARD certified, meeting strict chemical emission limits for VOCs, promoting healthier indoor air quality, and contributing to LEED® and BIFMA credits. It is compliant with Prop 65 and free from harmful substances such as BPA, conflict minerals, flame retardants, heavy metal stabilizers, plasticizer phthalates, POPs, and PVC. Over 99% of solvents used in production are recaptured and recycled.
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