A study on process parameters for imparting hydrophobic effect on cotton fiber with CF 4-plasma treatment

W. Y I Tsoi, Chi Wai Kan, C. W M Yuen

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Abstract

Atmospheric Pressure Plasma; Cotton Fibre; Hydrophobic; Process ParametersThe acquisition of hydrophobic surface offering liquid repellency is exploitable for diverse applications. This study examined the possibility of developing hydrophobic cotton fiber by employing atmospheric pressure plasma technique which is an environmentally friendly approach. We seek to determine a controlled hydrophobic modification of textile materials through the optimization of the fabrication process. A hydrophobic surface modification of cotton fabric was conducted with atmospheric pressure plasma using tetrafluoromethane (CF 4) as the reactive gas. The resultant hydrophobic behavior was quantified macroscopically by a wetted area measurement. To control the degree of modification of the substrate, an orthogonal experimental design technique was utilized. The optimum process conditions were established based on the reduction of the wetted area of the plasma-modified fabrics.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationEco-Dyeing, Finishing and Green Chemistry, EDFGC 2011
Pages244-248
Number of pages5
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 24 Jan 2012
Event2011 International Conference on Eco-Dyeing, Finishing and Green Chemistry, EDFGC 2011 - Hangzhou, China
Duration: 8 Jun 201112 Jun 2011

Publication series

NameAdvanced Materials Research
Volume441
ISSN (Print)1022-6680

Conference

Conference2011 International Conference on Eco-Dyeing, Finishing and Green Chemistry, EDFGC 2011
Country/TerritoryChina
CityHangzhou
Period8/06/1112/06/11

Keywords

  • Atmospheric Pressure Plasma
  • Cotton Fibre
  • Hydrophobic
  • Process Parameters

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Engineering

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