Matrix Suede - Astico

Matrix
Suede

Suede split leather
ennobled with a unique
anti-scratch 3D finish

MATRIX COLLECTION

ASTICO DESIGN

Matrix
Suede

Suede split leather ennobled with a unique anti-scratch 3D finish technology called Matrix. This article is a special edition of the Matrix collection which is characterized by a colourful backside that is in contrast with the classic black top finish. The colour contrast between the top coating and the backside works well for the production of unlined accessories and footwear as well as for creating new optical effects.

TECHNICAL FEATURES

ANTI – ABRASION

Special finish which confers an elevated abrasion- and scratch-resistance. It fully complies with the standard requirements of the European norm EN 20344/20345 and it is possible to achieve an abrasion resistance greater than 80,000 Martindale cycles with no holing in the finish.

WATERPROOF

OPTIONAL SPECIAL TREATMENTS

Astico has developed 4 levels of waterproof treatments to meet different technical needs, such as EN 20344/20345 norm, Sympa-Tex® and Gore-Tex®.

Level

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

Level 4

Name

Basic

Standard

Elite

Master

Description

Superficial water drops protection. Basic waterproof level, ideal for simple non-sport related accessories.

S2 waterproof level, compliant with European norm EN 20344/5. Ideal for safety shoes.

Waterproof level ideal for sport and outdoor shoes that needs to achieve the Goretex® certification.

High waterproof level, ideal for extreme uses. Suitable for Sympa-Tex® certification.

Water absorption

–

≤ 30%
Dopo 60’

≤ 30%
Dopo 180’

≤ 35%
Dopo 420’

ANTI – CORROSION

OPTIONAL SPECIAL TREATMENTS

High-performance finish, characterized by an elevated resistance against chemical agents such as sodium hydroxide and sulfuric acid. It is compliant with the international norm UNI EN 13832-1: 2019.

WATER VAPOUR PERMEABILITY

Astico leathers may present four different levels of water vapour permeability which vary according to the type of process needed for the finished article.

Level

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

Level 4

Name

Basic

Standard

Elite

Master

Description

Low breathability leather, ideal for leather goods, upholstery and light footwear.

S2 breathability level, compliant with the European norm EN 20344/5. Ideal for safety shoes.

High breathability level, ideal for sport footwear and for Gore-Tex® certification.

Maximum breathability level, suitable for extreme applications. Suitable for Sympa-Tex® certification.

Water vapour permeability

< 0,8 mg/cm².h

≥ 0,8 mg/cm².h

≥ 5,0 mg/cm².h

≥ 7,0 mg/cm².h

FIREPROOF

OPTIONAL SPECIAL TREATMENTS

Astico leathers can be processed with innovative fire-retardant tanning recipes which are compliant with the European norm UNI EN 15090.

TECHNICAL FEATURES

TEST NORM

ISO 3379:2015
ISO 3379:2015
ISO 3376:2011
ISO 3376:2011
ISO 3377-2:2016
ISO 3377-2:2016
ISO 17704:2004
ISO 17704:2004
ISO 17704:2004
ISO 17704:2004
ISO 11644:2009
ISO 11644:2009
ISO 5402-1:2017
ISO 5402-1:2017
ISO 20344:2011
ISO 20344:2011
ISO 20344:2011

TEST DESCRIPTION

Measurement of distention and strength of surface - Ball Burst method Distention
Measurement of distention and strength of surface - Ball Burst method Force
Determination of tensile strength
Across
Determination of tensile strength
Along
Determination of tear load
Across
Determination of tear load
Along
Measurement of abrasion resistance - Martindale
Wool Dry
Abrasion level
Measurement of abrasion resistance – Martindale
Wool Dry
Change in color
Measurement of abrasion resistance – Martindale
Wool Wet
Abrasion level
Measurement of abrasion resistance – Martindale
Wool Wet
Change in color
Test for Adhesion of finish
Dry Across
Test for Adhesion of finis
Dry Along
Determination of Flex resistance Flexometer Bally
Dry
Determination of Flex resistance Flexometer Bally
Wet
Water vapour permeability
Water penetration (after 60 minutes)
Water absorption (after 60 minutes)

UNIT

mm
N
N/mm²x
N/mm²x
N
N
Cycles ≥ 50,000-100,000*
Cycles ≥ 50,000-100,000*
Cycles ≥ 12,800
Cycles ≥ 12,800
N/cm
N/cm
Cycles ≥ 50,000
Cycles ≥ 20,000
mg/cm².h
%
g

ASTICO STANDARD*

≥ 7 mm
≥ 400 N
≥ 15 N/mm2
≥ 15 N/mm2
≥ 120 N **
≥ 120 N **
No holing before 50,000-100,000 cycles
Without colour contrast
No more 25% area wear through to substrate after 12,800 cycles
Without colour contrast
≥ 15 N/cm
≥ 15 N/cm
No cracks up to 50,000 cycles
No cracks up to 20,000 cycles
≥ 0,8 mg/cm².h
≤ 30%
≤ 0,2 g

AVAILABLE SIZES

Matrix Suede IS AVAILABLE IN MANY FORMATS AND THICKNESSES

DOUBLE BUTT
18 - 20 ft²
20 - 22 ft²+

SINTETICO
143x163 cm

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