Also called: Ripstop weave · Rip-stop fabric
In a ripstop fabric, stronger or thicker yarns are woven in at regular intervals in both warp and weft, creating the small square grid that is visible on the surface. When the fabric is cut or torn, the tear tends to stop at the next reinforcing yarn, which limits damage in the field.
Ripstop is used in combat uniforms (often in nylon-cotton blends), outer shells, tents and lightweight equipment. Because "ripstop" names the weave rather than a performance level, the specification should still state fibre composition, fabric weight and the required tear strength with its test method.
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