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ASTM D 861 : 2007 : R2018

Superseded

Superseded

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Standard Practice for Use of the Tex System to Designate Linear Density of Fibers, Yarn Intermediates, and Yarns

Available format(s)

Hardcopy , PDF

Superseded date

18-07-2024

Language(s)

English

Published date

01-07-2018

$108.03
Including GST where applicable

Committee
D 13
DocumentType
Standard Practice
Pages
2
PublisherName
American Society for Testing and Materials
Status
Superseded
SupersededBy
Supersedes

1.1This practice covers the use of the tex system to designate the linear density (number, or count) of fibers and of yarns made from any type of fiber or combination of fibers. It is also applicable to other textile materials, including yarn intermediates (slivers, rovings, tops, and so forth), single or plied yarns, cords, and threads.

Note 1:The mass per unit length concept of linear density is applicable to any material which has a high ratio of length to cross section.

1.2Conversion factors for various indirect and direct yarn numbers to exact tex equivalents can be found in Standard Tables D2260.

1.3This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

1.4This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

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ASTM D 4849 : 2013 : EDT 3 Standard Terminology Related to Yarns and Fibers
ASTM D 4849 : 2020 Standard Terminology Related to Yarns and Fibers
ASTM D 4849 : 2013 : EDT 2 Standard Terminology Related to Yarns and Fibers
ASTM D 4849 : 2002 : REV A Standard Terminology Relating to Yarns and Fibers
ASTM D 123 : 2019 Standard Terminology Relating to Textiles
ASTM D 4849 : 2021 Standard Terminology Related to Yarns and Fibers
ASTM D 123 : 2023 Standard Terminology Relating to Textiles
ASTM D 2260 : 1996 Standard Tables of Conversion Factors and Equivalent Yarn Numbers Measured in Various Numbering Systems
ASTM D 123 : 2001 Standard Terminology Relating to Textiles

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