Composite, break-resistant sewing thread and method
US6405519B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 23, 2000 |
| Grant date | Jun 18, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 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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