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Stronger and more economical
than many threads.
Resists deterioration from chemical treatment,
mildew, abrasion, and ultraviolet radiation.
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| Fiber Type |
Polyester |
| Finishes |
Bonded & SST*
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| Thread Construction |
Twisted
Multifilament |
| Sizes Available |
Light: T-16, T-21,
T-30 |
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Medium: T-45, T-50,
T-70 |
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Heavy: T-90,
T-135 |
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Extra Heavy: T-210,
T-270, T-350, T-400, T-600, T-700 |
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Advantages |
- Good ultraviolet (UV) light resistance.
- Consistency in diameter.
- Consistency in physical characteristics.
- Good chemical resistance.
- Very good abrasion resistance.
- Very good colorfastness.
- Very good seam strength.
- When bonded, very good sewability.
- Low moisture regain - not subject to
mildew
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Comments |
Melts
when temperatures exceed 480°F.
May not sew as well as Bonded Nylon on some
applications.
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Mil-Spec |
Approved by the
Federal Government to supply polyester under
Federal Specifications Mil-DTL-32072 |
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*SST finish is soft, stretched
and twisted. |
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Nylon & Polyester Filament Thread
Color Chart
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