This standard specifies the test method and evaluation index for evaluating the snagging degree of fabrics by mace test method.
This standard is applicable to knitted fabrics, woven fabrics and other fabrics liable to snagging, especially to chemical fiber filament and its textured yarn fabrics.
This standard is not applicable to mesh-structure fabrics, non-woven fabrics and tufted fabrics.
2 Normative references
The following normative documents contain provisions which, through reference in this text, constitute provisions of this standard. For dated references, subsequent amendments (excluding corrections), or revisions, of any of these publications do not apply to this standard. However, parties to agreements based on this standard are encouraged to investigate the possibility of applying the most recent editions of the normative documents indicated below. For undated references, the latest edition applies.
GB/T 6529 Textiles - Standard atmospheres for conditioning and testing
(GB/T 6529-2008, ISO 139: 2005, MOD)
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this standard, the following terms and definitions apply.
3.1
snagging
yarn coil, fiber coil (bundle), fluff or other uneven surface formed by the yarn or fiber in the fabric snagged out or broken by sharp object
3.2
snagging length
length of snagging from its end to the fabric surface
