ASTM D5665-99a - 10.7.1999
 
1. Scope

1.1 This specification covers thermoplastic fabrics such as polyester, polyester/polyamide bicomponent, or composites with fiberglass or polyester scrims that can be used during the construction of cold-applied roofing and waterproofing.

1.2 This specification is intended as a material specification. Issues regarding the suitability of specific roof constructions or application techniques are beyond the scope of this specification.

1.3 The specified tests and property values used to characterize the respective fabrics are intended to establish minimum properties. In-place system design criteria or performance attributes are factors beyond the scope of this material specification.

1.4 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parenthesis are for information only.

 
2. Referenced Documents

D123-23

Standard Terminology Relating to Textiles

D1079-26c

Standard Terminology Relating to Roofing and Waterproofing (Includes all amendments and changes 8/25/2026).

D5733-99

Standard Test Method for Tearing Strength of Nonwoven Fabrics by the Trapezoid Procedure (Withdrawn 2008)

D5035-11(2024)

Standard Test Method for Breaking Force and Elongation of Textile Fabrics (Strip Method)

D4830-98

Standard Test Methods for Characterizing Thermoplastic Fabrics Used in Roofing and Waterproofing

D1777-26

Standard Test Method for Thickness of Textile Materials

D1776-08

Standard Practice for Conditioning and Testing Textiles

D1117-01

Standard Guide for Evaluating Nonwoven Fabrics (Withdrawn 2009)