ASTM D5726-98(2020) - 1.10.2020
 
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 hot-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 SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.

1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

1.6 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

 
2. Referenced Documents

D1777-26

Standard Test Method for Thickness of Textile Materials

D4830-98

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

D123-23

Standard Terminology Relating to Textiles

D5035-11(2024)

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

E1-14(2025)

Standard Specification for ASTM Liquid-in-Glass Thermometers

AATCC Test Set No. 128,

Wrinkle Recovery Test Available from American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists (AATCC), One Davis Dr., P.O. Box 12215, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709-2215.

D5733-99

Standard Test Method for Tearing Strength of Nonwoven Fabrics by the Trapezoid Procedure (Withdrawn 2008)

D1079-26a

Standard Terminology Relating to Roofing and Waterproofing (Includes all amendments and changes 3/24/2026).

D1117-01

Standard Guide for Evaluating Nonwoven Fabrics (Withdrawn 2009)

D1776-08

Standard Practice for Conditioning and Testing Textiles