ISO 1144:2016
Textiles - Universal system for designating linear density (Tex System)

Standard No.

ISO 1144:2016

Release Date

2016

Published By

International Organization for Standardization (ISO)

Latest

ISO 1144:2016

Scope

This International Standard gives the principles and recommended units of the Tex System for the expression of linear density and includes conversion tables for calculating the tex values of numbers or counts in other systems together with a statement of the procedure for the implementation of the Tex System in trade and industry. The Tex System is applicable to all kinds of textile fibres, intermediate products (for example tops, slivers and rovings), yarns and similar structures.

ISO 1144:2016 Referenced Document

• ISO 1139:1973 Textiles; Designation of yarns

ISO 1144:2016 history

• 2016 ISO 1144:2016 Textiles - Universal system for designating linear density (Tex System)
• 1973 ISO 1144:1973 Textiles; Universal system for designating linear density (Tex System)