Textile small classroom | What is stretch cloth?


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2023/12/18

Textile small classroom | What is stretch cloth?

Stretch cloth, is a kind of elastic cloth, through the rib organization can make it more elastic.

Rib cloth, also known as stretch cloth, is a kind of knitted fabric with rib organization. Because the loops are strung together, the yarn will slip when pulled by external force, so rib cloth has greater elasticity.

If an elastic fiber "spandex" is added to the woven fabric, the woven fabric is also called stretch cloth. Spandex is a very good elastic fiber, but the price is more expensive, in the woven fabric to add 4%-8% spandex can make the fabric has good elasticity.

common stretch fabric:

DuPont Lycra: It is the most elastic man-made elastic fiber. Can be extended to the original width of 4~6 times. DuPont Lycra, which contains anti-chlorine ingredients, will make underwear have a longer service life than ordinary underwear.

Nylon fabric: Although the texture of jade is not as strong as Lycra fabric, its elasticity and thickness are comparable to Lycra fabric. At present, the most commonly used underwear fabric is suitable for medium-priced products.

Polyester fabric: It is an elastic fabric with two-way and two-way stretch. Due to the limited elasticity, it is mostly used for swimwear or women's swimwear split two-piece, not suitable for one-piece. Yarn that can be partially spliced or used for low cost strategic applications.

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