Garment & Textile · Test

Test — Tear Strength

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US/tɛst — tɪr strɛŋθ/UK/tɛst — tɪ strɛŋθ/

Force to propagate tear through fabric.

Origin

Global

Era

Modern

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Industrialist View

ASTM D1424 Elmendorf pendulum.

Construction & Use

Tighter weave = higher tear.

Related Terms

Tensile Strength

Dictionary Entry

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