Understanding Spacer Fabrics: Breathability, Cushioning, and More
Spacer Fabric
Spacer fabric is a three-dimensional knitted fabric consisting of two separate knitted substrates which are joined together or kept apart by spacer yarns.
First layer - hydrophilic yarn
Second layer - hydrophilic yarn
Spacer layer - mono-filament or multi-filament.
Circular knitting Spacer fabrics, the thickness of which can be woven from 1mm to 5mm; breathable, heat-insulating, and four-way stretch.
This is three-dimensional fabric is comprised of an initial layer for moisture release, an interior layer for air flow, and a third outer layer for heat dissipation.
According to the end uses the spacer ends of mono-filaments may be polyester, polyamide or polypropylene. These fabrics are designed for air-flow and cushioning.
The middle to create two separate fabrics(spacer fabrics)are essentially pile fabrics that have not been cut consisting of two layers of fabric separated by yarns at a 90-degree angle.
Physical Properties
- Excellent compression elasticity
- Breathability
- Air permeability
- Cushioning
- Insulation heat and cold
- Good bending performance
- Drapability
- Adjustable vapor-transport
- Recyclable
Application
- Automotive Textile
- Home Textile
- Sports
- Medical Textile
- Technical Textile