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Abstract

Sets out three techniques for determining the number of threads per unit length in woven fabrics. The first involves dissection, which is suitable for all woven structures, including complicated structures where individual threads are not readily distinguishable. The second involves a traversing thread counter which is suitable for all woven fabrics in which the threads or pattern repeats are distinguishable. The third involves a counting glass which is suitable for fabrics with 25 or more threads per centimetre, where the threads or pattern repeats are distinguishable.
RECONFIRMATION NOTICE
Technical Committee TX-020 has reviewed the content of this publication and in accordance with Standards Australia procedures for reconfirmation, it has been determined that the publication is still valid and does not require change.
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Approved for reconfirmation in accordance with Standards Australia procedures for reconfirmation on 6 July 2016.
The following are represented on Technical Committee TX-020:
Ag Research
Australian Wool Processors Council
AWTA Textile Testing
Council of Textile and Fashion Industries of Australia
Drycleaning Institute of Australia
National Association of Testing Authorities Australia
RMIT University
The Textile Institute

Scope

This Standard sets out a method which provides three tests for the determination of the number of threads per unit length in woven fabrics.
The method is applicable to woven fabrics of all types. Each test, and its preferred use, is as follows:
(a) Test A-by dissection-suitable for all woven structures, including complicated structures where individual threads are not readily distinguishable.
(b) Test B-by traversing thread counter-suitable for all woven fabrics in which the threads or pattern repeats are distinguishable.
(c) Test C-by counting glass-suitable for fabrics with 25 or more threads per centimetre, where the threads or pattern repeats are distinguishable.

General Product Information

Published
Document Type	Standard
Status	Current
Publisher	Standards Australia
ProductNote	Reconfirmed 05/08/2016. This standard has been reconfirmed in Australia in 2016 and remains current in New Zealand. Reconfirmation Notice 05/08/2016
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ISBN
Committee	TX-020
Under Revision	DR 07004