A-A-52097 Cloth, Wigan, Cotton

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A-A-52097

2.2 Physical requirements. The finished cloth shall conform to the requirements listed in table I.

TABLE I. Physical Requirements.

Characteristics	Requirements		Test method 1/
Characteristics	Type I	Type II	Test method 1/
Material	Cotton	Cotton	1200
Colorfastness to:
Laundering	Fair	Fair	5610
Perspiration	Good	Good	5680
Wed drycleaning	Good	Good	5622
Labile sulfur content	2/	2/	2020
Weight, oz./sq.yd. (min)	2.3	3.4	5041
Yarns per inch (min):
Warp	38	46	5050
Filling	32	38	5050
Breaking strength, lbs. (min):
Warp	30	48	5100
Filling	20	22	5100

1/ The test methods indicated, from FED-STD-191 Textile Test Methods, have been found acceptable to determine if the cloth meets the stated requirements. If the government requires proof that the cloth meets the stated requirements, the test methods indicated shall be used.

2/ The dyed and finished cloth shall contain no more labile sulfur than shown by standard sample. When a standard sample is not available the cloth shall show not more than a �slight� trace of labile sulfur as defined in the test method.

2.3 Length and put-up. Unless otherwise specified (see 5.1), the cloth shall be furnished in continuous lengths each not less than 40 yards. The cloth shall be put-up full width on rolls as specified in 4.1.

3. QUALITY ASSURANCE.

3.1 Certification. The contractor shall certify, and maintain substantiating evidence that the product offered meets the salient characteristics and requirements of this Commercial Item Description, and that the product conforms to the producer�s own drawings, specifications, standards, and quality assurance practices. The government reserves the right to require proof of such conformance prior to first delivery and thereafter as may be otherwise provided for under the provisions of the contract.