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Composite, break-resistant sewing thread and method

US6405519B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 23, 2000
Grant dateJun 18, 2002
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Expiry dateFeb 23, 2020

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC D)Textiles; Paper
  • CPC primaryD10B2331/04
  • WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A composite, break-resistant sewing thread having a core of continuous multi-filament, non-stretch high-tenacity synthetic yarn and a cover of drafted staple fibers air-jet twisted around and covering the core for protecting the core from heat and friction during a sewing operation. The yarn is plied.

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