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Glossary of Terms

Decitex – is a unit of measure for the linear density of textile fibre calculated as the mass in grams per 10,000 metres.

Denier – is a unit of measurement of linear density of textile fibre calculated as the mass in grams per 9,000 metres.

Nylon (Polyamide) – there are two generic forms of nylon which are 6.6 and 6, the primary differences between the two apart from their molecular chemical composition are –

Nylon 6,6

  • Better weathering properties; better sunlight resistance
  • Higher melting point (256 degrees C)
  • Superior colour fastness
  • Excellent abrasion resistance

Nylon 6

  • More rapid moisture absorption
  • Easy to dye, more readily fades
  • Greater elasticity and elastic recovery
  • Higher impact resistance

Nylon can also be made with different levels of lustre – lustrous, semi-dull or fully dull.

It is highly durable and in its high tenacity form it is used for seatbelts, military, ballistic cloth and other hard wearing end uses. Nylon has high elongation, excellent abrasion resistance, is highly resilient, has high resistance to alkali, and melts away from flame instead of burning.

Flat Nylon – yarns are cylindrical in appearance giving a more shiny appearance

Textured Nylon – nylon yarns can be textured to break them up and provide a more natural matt appearance and offer softer handling.

Polyester – Polyester is a category of polymers which contain the ester functional group in their main chain. Although there are many polyesters, the term “polyester” as a specific material most commonly refers to polyethylene terephthalate (PET). Polyester fabrics are claimed to have a “less natural” feel when compared to similarly-woven fabrics made from natural fibers (i.e. cotton in textile uses).

However, polyester fabrics may exhibit other advantages over natural fabrics, such as improved wrinkle resistance and high resistance to acid. As a result, polyester fibers are sometimes spun together with natural fibers to produce a cloth with blended properties.

Similar to nylon, polyester yarns can be flat and textured as well as brushed or peached to provide different handles and appearance.

Tenacity, Medium & High – Tenacity is the measure of strength of a fibre or yarn. It is usually defined as the ultimate (breaking) strength of the fibre (in gram-force units) divided by either the denier or decitex.

Direct Coated – the use of a coating blade to apply chemical in either water or solvent based solutions to a fabric substrate. Depending on the substrate the coating blade can be supported over plate, over roller or over air.

Polyurethane (PU) – PU, is any polymer consisting of a chain of organic units joined by urethane links. Polyurethane formulations cover an extremely wide range of stiffness, hardness, and densities. They provide long lasting coatings to give fabric substrates a wide variety of finishes e.g. waterproof, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, flame retardent.

Hydrophilic Breathable (PU) – from the Greek (hydros) “water” and (philia) “friendship,” refers to a physical property of a molecule that can transiently bond with water. The humidity gradient between the inside of a garment and the outside allows the passage of water vapour through the hydrophilic breathable pu coating or membrane.

Microporous Breathable (PU) – A microporous coating or membrane is one containing pores with diameters so small that they prevent water droplets penetrating from the outside of a garment but are large enough to allow water vapour from the inside of a garment to pass through.

PVC – Polyvinyl chloride is the third most widely used thermoplastic polymer after polyethylene and polypropylene. It can be made soft and flexible by the addition of plasticizers, the most widely-used being phthalates. In this form, it is used in clothing and upholstery, and to make flexible hoses and inflatable structures amongst other applications.

Silicone – largely inert, man-made compound with a wide variety of forms eg. Silicone elastomer, and end-uses. They are heat-resistant and non-stick, they are commonly used in coated form for patient slide sheets, release fabrics.

Fluorocarbon/Silicone Proofed (Water Repellency/Spray Rating) – a treatment usually applied to the face side of a coated or laminated fabric, it prevents the base fabric from “wetting out” by causing water to form into droplets on the fabric surface.

Hydrostatic Head – the column of water measured in centimetres or pressure kPa that a treated fabric can withstand before water penetrates through the fabric as a whole. This is a measure of how waterproof a fabric is.

Laminated – the use of a pre-formed membrane comprised of polyurethane or ptfe for example, applied using some form of adhesive to a fabric substrate.

Calendering – an industrial version of “ironing” where fabric is processed through two rollers at differing levels of pressure and temperature. This helps to close gaps between yarns to improve air porosity and also improves its ability to be coated or laminated.

Thermoplastic (TPU) – A thermoplastic is a polymer that turns to a liquid when heated and freezes to a very glassy state when cooled sufficiently. Fabrics coated with this form of PU are weldable high frequency or ultra-sonic.

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TALON TEXTILES IS A DEDICATED, SPECIALIST PROVIDER OF HIGH PERFORMANCE TEXTILES AND FABRICS TO THE UK MARKET.

We work closely with uk manufactures and resellers of performance textiles sourcing the highest quality fabrics from a worldwide manufacturing base.

We stock a large volume of textiles at our Lancashire distribution centre and are exclusive UK distributors for a number of specialist fabrics. If you require any specialist fabrics get in touch, if we don’t already hold stock, we will be able to source it for you.

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