ISO 9473-1:2006

Overview

ISO 9473-1:2006 is an international standard published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) that focuses on cold rolled strip steel used in textile machinery, specifically for the manufacture of dents of reeds. Reeds are critical components in weaving machinery, guiding and spacing warp yarns evenly to create fabric. This part of ISO 9473 establishes precise dimensions, tolerances, and designation guidelines for cold rolled strip steel to ensure consistent quality and compatibility with associated textile machinery components.

Developed by ISO Technical Committee ISO/TC 72 and its subcommittee SC 3, this document updates previous versions by providing a technical revision that aligns with related ISO standards on reed specifications (ISO 366 series).

Key Topics

• Scope and Application: Specifies the exact dimensions and designations for cold rolled strip steel used in dents of reeds, assisting manufacturers in selecting materials that meet international quality and compatibility requirements.
• Dimensions and Tolerances: Details nominal sizes and allowable tolerances for strip width and thickness, essential for maintaining performance in textile weaving processes. It includes a standardized table of sizes, recommending avoidance of certain dimensions for optimal manufacturing.
• Material Specification: While the standard does not prescribe specific material grades, it emphasizes agreement between purchaser and supplier to ensure the steel meets operational needs. Types of steel considered include both plain and stainless varieties.
• Design Requirements: Edges of dents must be rounded to prevent wear and damage to yarn and machinery, enhancing the durability of both the reed and the textile product.
• Designation System: Provides a clear format for designating cold rolled strip steel by type, steel variant, ISO reference number, width (depth), and thickness, simplifying communication and procurement processes.

Applications

ISO 9473-1:2006 plays a vital role in the textile machinery industry, particularly in:

• Manufacturing of metal dents used in reeds essential for loom operation in weaving processes.
• Ensuring consistency and interchangeability of reed components, supporting global trade and manufacturing standardization.
• Enhancing production efficiency by minimizing defects caused by improper dent dimensions or material differences.
• Providing manufacturers, suppliers, and buyers with a standardized reference to specify and order suitable cold rolled strip steel.

This standard is applicable to all types of textile looms employing metal reeds, including those adhering to further ISO specifications such as ISO 366-1 through 366-4, covering various reed styles and mounting systems.

Related Standards

ISO 9473-1:2006 is part of a multipart standard and relates closely to:

• ISO 9473-2: Hardened strip steel for dents of reeds, specifying parameters for steel strips used in applications requiring higher durability.
• ISO 366 series (Parts 1-4): These standards define the dimensions and designations of different types of textile reeds, including pitch bound reeds and various metal and plastic-bound reed constructions.
• ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2: Governs the drafting principles for international standards, ensuring consistency across ISO documentation.

By aligning with these standards, ISO 9473-1 enables streamlined manufacturing workflows and quality assurance in textile production, promoting global interoperability and innovation within the textile machinery sector.

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