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Yarn, Fabric, Garment Analysis
Test Method(s):
· ASTM D 1059 & 2260 - Yarn, Denier & Filament
· ASTM D 3661 (modified) - Staple Length
· ASTM D 3887 - Needle/Course Count/ Spinning Type
· ASTM D 1423 &2260 - Twist in Yarns
· AATCC/ASTM Test Method-002 - Fabric Construction
Test Method(s) - Yarn Package Only:
· ASTM D 2256 - Statimat
· ASTM D 1907/1578 - Yarn Number/Brush by Skein Method
· ASTM D 3108 - Friction
· ASTM D 2259-02 - Shrinkage of Yarns in Skein
· ASTM D 1423 & 2260 - Unevenness Tester
ASTM D 1059-01 & 2260-03, Yarn Count, Denier Count, & Filament Count of Yarns
Scope: To determine the yarn number and filament count of all types of yarns
- Measure length of sample
- Weigh in grams
- Calculate count
- Count filaments
Click on this link Yarn Calculator, for converting different yarn numbering systems
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ASTM D 3661-79, Modiffied Staple Length of Fiber
Scope: To determine the population of staple length of fiber.
- Separate fibers
- Measure in inches
- Report average of population
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ASTM D 3887-96 - Needle Count/Course Count
Scope: To determine number of wales loops per unit distance and course loops per unit distance.
- Count wale loops
- Count course loops
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ASTM D 1423-02 & 2260-03 Twist in Yarns by Direct-Counting Method
Scope: To Determine the amount and direction of twist/TM in single or plied yarns.
- 10" sample
- Mount in twist testers
- Rotate until twist is released
- Retwist (if single)
- Calculate
- Report
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ASTM D 3887-96(04) Spinning Type
Scope: To determine type of spinning used to produce yarn.
- Microscopic examination
- Report
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AATCC/ASTM Test Method-002-Fabric Construction/PPI (pick per inch)
Scope: Determines components of fabric/garment.
- De-knit/Knitting/Woven
- Pattern of yarns
- Filament Counts
- Calculate
- Report
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ASTM D 2256-02 Breaking Load (Strenth) and Elongation of Yarn by the Single Strand Method
Scope: Determines breaking load and elongation of monofilament, multifilament and spun yarns.
- Creel yarns
- Determine testing parameters
- Discuss/Report results with customer
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ASTM D 1907-80 Yarn Number by the Skein Method
ASTM 1578-93 Breaking Load (Strength of Yarn by Skein Method
Scope: Determines yarn numbers and strength in all type of yarns in package form
- Reel 120 yd (reelings)
- Weigh in grams
- Record
- Loop on scott test/break
- Record break
- Calculate - yarn count/break/break tractor
- Report
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ASTM D 3108-07 Coefficient of Friction, Yarn to Metal
Scope: Determines measurement of kinetic frictional properties of a moving yarn in contact with a solid material.
- Creel package
- Start test
- Run sample 2.5 minutes
- Record friction
- Report
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ASTM D 2259-02 Shrinkage of Yarns in Boiling Water or Dry Heat
Scope: This method covers the determination of shrinkage of yarns in skein form when immersed in boiling water or exposed to dry heat for specific time periods.
- Prepare skeins
- Measure skeins (in inches)
- Place in sampling bag
- Place in boiling water for specified time (Wet only)
- Place in oven (65°C/145°F) for 1 hour
- Remove from oven allow to dry completely
- Measure skein (in inches)
- Calculate
- Report
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ASTM D 1425-81 (modified) Unevenness of Textile Strands
Scope: Records indirect measurement of unevenness of textile strands by means of continuous runs on DS-65.
- Creel package
- Designate parameters
- Run test
- Report
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Contact:
Jill McCann
828-327-7000 ext 4520