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In the modern textile industry, core-spun yarn, as an innovative yarn with both structural strength and surface texture, is being widely used in various high-performance fabrics. "Wool Core Spun Yarn" is an upgraded product based on core-spun yarn technology, combining the natural softness and warmth of wool.
1. What is wool core-spun yarn?
Wool core-spun yarn is a composite yarn with different core and covering materials. It usually uses strong fibers such as polyester, spandex, nylon, etc. as the "core", and the outer layer is covered with high-quality wool or wool blended fibers. Its structure allows the yarn to retain the natural feel and appearance of wool while maintaining elasticity and wear resistance.
2. Knitting vs. Weaving: Structural differences determine demand
Knitting: Fabrics are formed through a loop structure. The yarn used must have good ductility, softness and elasticity so that it can fit the body during exercise. It is especially suitable for clothing such as sweaters, underwear, sportswear, etc.
Weaving: The fabric is formed by interlacing warp and weft, and the structure is tighter and more stable. It is often used in shirts, trousers, coats or home textile products, and has higher requirements for yarn strength, uniformity and friction resistance.
3. Performance of wool core-spun yarn in knitting
The high elastic core material (such as spandex or polyester) of wool core-spun yarn provides good resilience and shape retention for knitwear, while the outer layer of wool provides natural warmth and soft touch, making it perform well in the following areas:
Thermal underwear and base shirts: close-fitting, comfortable and elastic, in line with human sports needs;
Sportswear: strong moisture absorption and perspiration and antibacterial properties, suitable for winter outdoor activities;
High-end sweaters and knitted scarves: delicate appearance, anti-pilling, and wear-resistant.
4. Application potential of wool core-spun yarn in weaving
Although wool core-spun yarn has obvious advantages in the field of knitting, it can also be used in some thin or elastic woven products, especially in the following scenarios:
Suit fabrics: Use core-spun yarn to improve the ductility and wrinkle resistance of the fabric;
Women's stretch pants or skirts: have both wool texture and fit the body shape;
Functional fabrics: Combined with windproof and waterproof finishing processes, used for windbreakers and outdoor jackets.
However, it should be noted that since wool itself is not as stable as chemical fiber, its weaving adaptability should be improved by adjusting the weaving parameters and finishing process when used.
Wool core-spun yarn has stronger adaptability in the knitting field, especially in products that emphasize elasticity, warmth and skin-friendly comfort; in weaving applications, if combined with appropriate design and technology, it can also achieve good results, but it has higher requirements for equipment and processes.
Therefore, whether to choose knitting or weaving depends on your product goals - if it is oriented towards close-fitting comfort or sports functionality, knitting is more suitable; if you need to create elastic and fashionable coats or trousers, weaving can also do a lot.