seam strength

[/siːm ˈstreŋθ/]
nounpl: seam strengths
resistência da costura
1. The ability of a sewn seam to withstand tension, stress, and tearing forces without breaking or separating
The garment's seam strength was tested by pulling it in opposite directions until failure.
A resistência da costura da peça foi testada puxando-a em direções opostas até a falha.
2. A measure of the durability and quality of stitching in textiles, clothing, or other sewn materials
High seam strength is essential for workwear that undergoes repetitive stress.
Alta resistência da costura é essencial para roupas de trabalho que sofrem estresse repetitivo.
3. In industrial testing, the force required to rupture a seam measured in pounds or kilograms per inch
The fabric's seam strength was rated at 45 pounds per linear inch.
A resistência da costura do tecido foi classificada em 45 libras por polegada linear.
This is a technical term primarily used in textile manufacturing, quality assurance, and garment production industries in both Brazil and the USA. It reflects the importance of durability in clothing manufacturing standards and is commonly referenced in product specifications and quality control departments.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
seam durabilitystitch strengthseam integritytear strength
Antonyms / Antônimos
seam weaknesspoor stitchingseam failure

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
resistência da costura
Standard term used in textile and garment industries
São Paulo
resistência da costura
Used in industrial textile production and QA testing
Rio de Janeiro
resistência de costura
Alternative phrasing, less formal usage
Portugal
resistência das costuras
European Portuguese uses plural form more frequently

Related Words

tensile strengthfabric qualitythread qualitystitching techniquequality controltextile testing

Related Idioms & Phrases

burst at the seams - when something fails under pressure
come apart at the seams - when something deteriorates rapidly
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