IS 1887 : 1985 Specification for Spun Jute Yarn

1 Scope

1.1 This standard prescribes the requirements of jute yarn, 18-ply, used forpipe jointing and Jute gasketing in place of asbestos for pipes carrying steam.

2 References

IS 2 :1960 Rules for rounding offnumerical values

IS 570 :1964Methods for determination of universal count ofjute yarn

IS 2969 :1974Method for determination of oil content of juteyarn and fabrics

IS 7071 : Part 2 : 1974 Methods of physical test for ropes andcordage:Part 2 Mass, length and linear density

IS 7071 : Part 3 : 1974 Methods of physical test for ropes andcordage:Part 3 Diameter, circumference and lay