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​Dragon Uniform Pte Ltd Professional Analysis: Application Guide for GB/T 21655.2-2019 Dynamic Moisture-Wicking and Quick-Drying Test Standard​


1. Scientific Value and Market Significance of GB/T 21655.2-2019

GB/T 21655.2-2019 is a Chinese national standard for evaluating the ​​dynamic liquid moisture management properties​​ of textiles. By simulating sweat conduction during physical activity, it assesses fabrics’ performance across three phases: ​​absorption, diffusion, and rapid drying​​. This standard is critical in high-humidity climates like Singapore, particularly for:

· ​Medical protective clothing​​: Prevents bacterial growth caused by sweat retention.

· ​Logistics workwear​​: Ensures breathability during high-intensity tasks.

· ​Hotel uniforms​​: Maintains performance stability after frequent laundering.

Impact of Performance Grading on Procurement

Performance Grade

Applicable Scenarios

Cost Variance in Singapore Market

Grade 3

Basic office wear

Baseline (100%)

Grade 4

Outdoor/light sports

+15%~20%

Grade 5

Professional sports/medical

+30%~40%


2. Dynamic Testing Methods and Technical Details

Dragon Uniform uses ​​Moisture Management Tester (MMT)​​ compliant with ​​AATCC 195​​ and ​​GB/T 21655.2-2019​​ for precise testing.

Key Testing Principles and Instrumentation

· ​Sensor precision​​: 12-layer concentric ring electrodes with 0.1mm resolution.

· ​Simulated sweat​​: Conductivity-controlled solution (16ms±0.2ms).

· ​Environment​​: Temperature 25°C±1°C, humidity 65%±2%.

Core Metrics and Data Capture

Test Parameter

Measurement Range

Industry Benchmark (Grade 5 Fabrics)

Top Wetting Time (Ttop)

0.5~60 seconds

≤4 seconds

One-Way Transport Index (O)

-200~+200

≥150

Spreading Speed (S)

0.1~10mm/s

≥4.5mm/s

Fabric Classification via MMT

1. ​Waterproof​​ (medical protective gear)

2. ​Fast absorption/slow drying​​ (daily wear polo shirts)

3. ​Dynamic management​​ (Grade 5 sportswear)

4. ​Permeable​​ (breathable innerwear)


3. How Dragon Uniform Implements the Standard to Create High-Performance Uniforms

Functional Fabric Technology Matrix

Fabric Type

Fiber Structure Design

Test Grade

Applications

3M CoolNano™ mesh

Polyester with silver-ion coating

Grade 5

Medical suits, mountaineering jackets

CVC double-knit pique

60% cotton + 40% polyester

Grade 4

Logistics uniforms, hotel attire

380g brushed fleece

Anti-static polyester blend

Grade 4

Cold storage work jackets

220g combed cotton

Long-staple compact yarn

Grade 3

Corporate polo shirts

Production Control Highlights

· ​Pre-shrinking​​: Fabrics undergo 3 industrial washes (shrinkage ≤2%).

· ​Printing technology​​:

​High absorption zones​​ (armpits): Water-based ink (95% pore retention).

​High friction areas​​ (shoulders): Thick plastisol (10,000+ abrasion cycles).

· ​Seam strength​​: 4-thread overlock + ultrasonic bonding (≥200N).


4. Key Industry Applications and Case Studies in Singapore

Industry Solutions

Industry

Pain Points

Dragon Uniform Solution

Performance Gains

Healthcare

Heat retention in PPE

antimicrobial fabric

Moisture permeability: 12,000g/m²·d

Logistics

Sweat-induced skin issues

CVC workwear + mesh ventilation

One-Way Index: 180

Hospitality

Fading after frequent washing

Poly-cotton blend + digital print

Colorfastness: Grade 4 after 50 washes

Success Stories

· ​E-commerce warehouse​​: 2,000 custom uniforms achieved ​​5.2mm/s spreading speed (Grade 5)​​, reducing heat-related complaints by 65%.

· ​Hospital scrubs​​: Antimicrobial fabric maintained ​​48%/s absorption rate (Grade 4)​​ after 50 sterilizations.


5. Test Grading Criteria and Fabric Performance Comparison

GB/T 21655.2-2019 Grading (Excerpt)

Performance Metric

Grade 1 (Fail)

Grade 3 (Pass)

Grade 5 (Excellent)

Wetting Time (T/s)

>20.0

6.1~20.0

≤6.0

Absorption Rate (%/s)

<30.0

30.1~50.0

≥50.1

One-Way Index (O)

<50

50.1~150.0

≥150.1

Fabric Performance Comparison

Fabric Type

Ttop (seconds)

O Index

Grade

Standard cotton

18.2

32

2

CVC pique

8.5

89

3

3M CoolNano™

3.8

210

5


6. Technical Q&A: Addressing Core Client Concerns

​Q1: How does dynamic testing differ from traditional methods?​
​A​​: Traditional GB/T 21655.1 measures static absorption and evaporation, while GB/T 21655.2 via MMT provides:

· ​3D moisture tracking​​: Maps liquid movement in warp-weft directions.

· ​Quantified one-way transport​​: O-index precision to single digits.

· ​Real-world simulation​​: Pressure sensors mimic body movement.

​Q2: How are elastic fibers tested?​
​A​​: For spandex-blended fabrics:

· ​Weaving​​: Spandex content ≤15% to avoid capillary blockage.

· ​Post-treatment​​: Hydrophilic softeners enhance polyester absorption.


7. Standardized Production and Quality Control System

Full-Chain Quality Checkpoints

Stage

Control Points

Testing Equipment

Fabric intake

Weight tolerance ≤±3%, pH 5.5~7.0

Electronic scale, pH meter

Printing

Position deviation ≤1.5mm

CCD vision system

Final inspection

Seam strength ≥120% of standard

Universal material tester

Lab sampling

3 random pieces per batch tested

MMT V3.2 Professional

Certifications and Compliance

· ​Testing standards​​: GB/T 21655.1&2, AATCC 195, ISO 18696.

· ​Production certifications​​: ISO 9001, OEKO-TEX® Standard 100.

· ​Traceability​​: Unique QR code per garment links to full test reports.


Appendix: International Standard Conversion Guide

Test Parameter

GB/T 21655.2-2019

Singapore SS 675

Conversion Factor

Wetting Time

Ttop ≤6s

Ttop ≤5s

×0.83

One-Way Index

O≥150

O≥180

×1.2

Performance Grade

Grade 5

Class AA

Direct equivalence


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