rettesnorer

Reettesnorer is a term found in some Norwegian technical literature used to describe devices or processes intended to straighten and align flexible strands such as yarns, cords, or filaments during manufacturing. The term appears to be a compound of rette, meaning to straighten or set right, and snorer, meaning cords or strings. In English-language sources, the specific term rettesnorer is uncommon, and the concept is typically described using more general terms such as yarn straighteners, fiber guides, or tension-controlled guides.

Design and operation

A rettesnor typically consists of one or more straightening elements—rollers, combs, or guides—arranged to impose a uniform, low-tension path on a moving strand. Control systems may adjust speed, tension, and alignment; some versions incorporate heated elements or controlled cooling to set the orientation of the strand. The primary objective is to minimize coiling, kinks, or undulations that can affect downstream processing or final product quality.

Applications

Rettesnorer are used in textile finishing to improve yarn uniformity and in rope or fishing-line production to reduce distortions. They also appear in filament or fiber drawing processes where straight, well-aligned filaments facilitate winding, layering, or subsequent processing steps. In modern practice, the same goals are often achieved with more general equipment labeled as yarn straighteners or tension-controlled guides.

Etymology and usage

The term is regional and historical rather than a standardized English term. In some contexts, it may be interchangeable with broader concepts related to strand straightening and tension control. See also yarn straighteners, fiber guides, and filament straighteners.