International Standard
ISO 2:1973
Textiles — Designation of the direction of twist in yarns and related products
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ISO 2:1973
Edition 1
1973-09
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Published (Edition 1, 1973)
This standard was last reviewed and confirmed in 2021. Therefore this version remains current.

ISO 2:1973

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Abstract

Applicable to yarn intermediates such as slivers, slubbings or rovings; to single yarns, plied yarns, cabled yarns; and to threads, twine, cordage and rope. The direction of twist in yarns, slivers, slubbings and rovings is indicated by the capital letters S and Z. The directions of twist are described in two figures. Designation of complex yarns and related products is explained.

General information

  • Status
     : Published
    Publication date
     : 1973-09
    Stage
    : International Standard confirmed [90.93]
  • Edition
     : 1
    Number of pages
     : 1
  • Technical Committee :
    ISO/TC 38/SC 23
    ICS :
    59.080.20 
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