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== Description == | == Description == | ||
| − | A [ | + | A [[polyester fiber]] made from polyethylene benzoate that has the feel of natural silk. Benzoate polyester is resistant to acids, alkalis, and organic solvent. It can be dyed with [[disperse%20dye|disperse]] or [azo%20dye|azo]] dyestuffs. Benzoate has good durability and wrinkle resistance. |
== Synonyms and Related Terms == | == Synonyms and Related Terms == | ||
Revision as of 13:38, 8 January 2014
Description
A Polyester fiber made from polyethylene benzoate that has the feel of natural silk. Benzoate polyester is resistant to acids, alkalis, and organic solvent. It can be dyed with disperse or [azo%20dye|azo]] dyestuffs. Benzoate has good durability and wrinkle resistance.
Synonyms and Related Terms
Berlin yarn; German wool; Berlijnse wolwerk (Ned);poliéster de benzoato (Esp.);; benzoate fiber; A-Tell;
Other Properties
Good resistance to acids, alkalis and organic solvents. Tenacity = 4.0-5.3 g/denier Elongation = 15-25% Moisture regain = 0.4% Cross section = trilobal
| Melting Point | 225 |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.34 |
Additional Information
M. Joseph, Introductory Textile Science, Holt Reinhold & Winston, Fort Worth, 1986, p. 135
Authority
- Marjory L. Joseph, Introductory Textile Science, Holt, Rinehart and Winston, Fort Worth, TX, 1986
- Fairchild's Dictionary of Textiles, Phyllis G.Tortora, Robert S. Merkel (eds.), Fairchild Publications, New York City, 7th edition, 1996