Knowledge Hub

AMANN ThreadLex: Textile terminology explained

Explore textile terminology from A to Z. Find clear definitions, synonyms and translations of technical terms related to sewing threads, embroidery, materials and textile manufacturing.

Find the right textile term

Looking for the meaning of a technical term or its equivalent in another language? 
AMANN ThreadLex helps you understand and navigate textile terminology quickly and easily.

Browse terms alphabetically or search for a specific keyword to discover definitions, alternative expressions and multilingual translations – all in one place.

Category English Term Synonyms Short definition (EN) DE
Raw materials Expanded PTFE ePTFE A porous expanded form of PTFE with a specialised microstructure. Expandiertes PTFE / ePTFE
Translations
DE Expandiertes PTFE / ePTFE
FR PTFE expansé
ES PTFE expandido
IT PTFE espanso
CN 膨体聚四氟乙烯
VN PTFE giãn nở
Not to be confused with Do not use ePTFE as a synonym for all PTFE.