Textile testing

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What is thermal comfort?

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Thermal comfort is the state of mind that expresses satisfaction with the surrounding environment's temperature and humidity.

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What does fabric thickness influence?

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Fabric thickness influences warmth and weight.

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What is porosity in textiles?

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Porosity refers to the amount of air space in a fabric, affecting breathability.

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What is fabric stiffness?

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Fabric stiffness is how rigid or flexible a fabric is, but it does not influence thermal comfort.

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What is breathable fabric?

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Breathable fabric allows air and moisture to pass through, keeping the wearer comfortable.

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What are breathable protective jackets?

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Breathable protective jackets allow the passage of air and moisture, and have good wicking properties.

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What does Tex measure?

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Tex is a unit of measurement for the fineness of yarn, with lower numbers indicating finer yarn.

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Which is finer: 20 Tex or 60 Tex?

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20 Tex is finer than 60 Tex.

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What is the standard condition for textile testing?

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The standard condition for testing is 65 ±1% RH and 21±1⁰C.

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What does thickness relate to in textiles?

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Thickness relates to warmth and weight of the fabric.