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Abrasion Test

Definition:

Abrasion tests determine the ability of a fabric to withstand damage by friction. This is dependent on the fineness of the fibre, the amount of twist of the yarn and the weave structure of the fabric. Yarns that have a a firmer and tighter twist are generally more resistant to abrasion.

Also Known As:

Translations:

English:

Finnish:

French: epreuve d'abrasion

German: scheuerprufing

Italian: prova abrasione

Norwegian:

Spanish: resistencia a la abrasion

Swedish:

trans:ispytanie prochnosti na istiranie
win: испытание прочности на истирание

Related Resources:

Textile Dictionary
Standard Abrasion Tests

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