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1.1 These test methods can be used to evaluate sewing threads of any fiber.

1.1.1 The test methods in this standard are intended to evaluate only sewing thread taken from thread holders.

1.2 These test methods only provide for the measurement of sewing thread physical properties. These test methods do not address any other properties that may be important for the satisfactory performance of sewing threads under particular end use conditions.

1.3 These test methods can be used to measure the following properties:

Sections
Colorfastness to Drycleaning73-83
Colorfastness to Laundering62-72
Colorfastness to Water Migration84-94
Diameter43-50
Length per Thread Holder34-42
Shrinkage, Single Strand51-61
Dry Heat58.1
Boiling Water58.2
Strength and Elongation15-21
Single Strand-Conditioned19.1.1
Single Strand-Wet19.1.2
Loop Strength19.2
Knot Strength19.3
Twist22-27
Twist Balance28-33
Yarn Number7-14

Note 1 – For methods covering tests on prepared seams, refer to Test Methods D 1683 and D 3940.

1.4 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard; the values in English units are provided as information only and are not exact equivalents.

1.5 This 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 and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

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