50% Viscose 28% PBT 22% Nylon Long Hair Core Spun Yarn

• Single jersey knits
• Interlock knits
• Pique knits
• Woven shirting
• Lightweight blouses

Introduction to 50% Viscose 28% PBT 22% Nylon Long Hair Core Spun Yarn

Core spun yarn is a hybrid yarn made of staple fiber wrapped around a filament core. It combines the strength and uniformity of filament with the natural comfort and aesthetic of staple fiber. 50% viscose 28% PBT 22% nylon long hair core spun yarn incorporates soft, long viscose fibers wrapped around a strong nylon filament core for durability.

This yarn offers textile manufacturers the best of both worlds. The viscose outer wrapper provides a soft, cotton-like handfeel and brilliant dye uptake. The nylon core imparts strength to the yarn while maintaining the drapability of viscose. The end result is a lustrous yarn with rich color depth ideal for knit and woven fabrics.

Key Characteristics

50% viscose 28% PBT 22% nylon long hair core spun yarn has several desirable traits for textile production:

• Soft viscose long hair fiber wrapper for superior next-to-skin comfort
• Strong nylon filament core to reinforce and support the viscose fibers
• Excellent blend of comfort, drape, and durability
• Lustrous with brilliant color representation
• Ideal for single jersey, interlock knits, woven shirting, blouses, and more

The viscose and nylon mix minimizes pilling and offers good shape retention over time. Fabrics maintain vibrancy even after repeated launderings.

Production Methodology

Producing 50% viscose 28% PBT 22% nylon long hair core spun yarn involves multiple steps:

1. Spinning nylon into a strong, continuous filament core
2. Spinning long hair viscose staple fibers
3. Wrapping and twisting the viscose around the nylon core
4. Attaching the viscose to the nylon core using twist insertion
5. Setting the structure with heat to cement viscose to nylon core

Core spinning long viscose hair imparts softness while protecting the nylon interior. The process interlaces the two components to resist separation.

Ideal Fabric Constructions

Due to its well-balanced properties, long hair core spun yarn suits many fabric types:

• Single jersey knits
• Interlock knits
• Pique knits
• Woven shirting
• Lightweight blouses
• Soft furnishings and bedding
• Casual dresses and skirts

The draping viscose face produces graceful garment silhouettes. The strong nylon core provides reinforcement for enhanced durability and shape retention over time.

Sourcing Considerations

When sourcing long hair core spun yarn, quality depends greatly on the viscose and nylon inputs. Seek suppliers able to source:

• High-quality nylon 6 or 6.6 filament
• Long-staple viscose with lengths exceeding 38mm
• Fine counts (Ne 30s and higher) for better handfeel

Reputable mills specializing in core spun have the equipment and technical expertise to achieve a smooth, uniform yarn critical for quality goods. Vertically-integrated operations with fiber through fabric capabilities typically offer the best quality control.

Dyeing Recommendations

Long hair core spun offers brilliant color representation thanks to the highly receptive nature of viscose. Some guidelines when dyeing include:

• Polyamide yarnrequires carriers for uniform penetration
• Viscose dyes easily at temperatures under 100°C
• Ensure proper heat setting post-dyeing to set colors
• Softer handfeel results when dye package is matched to the viscose

Work closely with your dyehouse to determine optimal formulations and processes. Strike-off samples are recommended to fine-tune recipes.

FAQs

What is core spun yarn?

Core spun yarn comprises a filament core with a staple fiber wrapper for combined strength and comfort.

What are common applications for 50% viscose 28% PBT 22% nylon core spun?

Knitwear like t-shirts, underwear, linens, and woven fabrics like shirting and blouses.

Why choose long viscose hair?

For exceptionally soft handfeel and fluid drape.

How does core spun compare to ring spun yarn?

Core spun has more strength while retaining staple fiber properties; ring spun lacks a reinforced core.

What are the advantages of nylon in core spun?

Durability, stretch and recovery, excellent dye uptake.