The benefits of polyester yarn

It is more powerful than its natural counterparts

Polyester yarn is derived from xylene, a hydrocarbon produced during the cracking of crude oil. The xylene is then mixed with nitric acid to become PTA. The PTA is then mixed with ethylene glycol in a reaction chamber to produce polyester. This process produces long molecules that are further stretched and spun into polyester threads.

This molecular stretching and alignment process gives polyester fabric threads their elasticity and strength. Therefore, polyester does not deform over time and is not as strong as cotton. Plus, since it’s synthetic, it’s also more resistant to mildew, wear, and sun damage. That’s why polyester is the first choice for producing fabrics that can withstand a lot of wear and tear.

It is resilient and flexible
Ever wonder why sportswear is made of polyester? This is because polyester is elastic and flexible. The long polymer molecules make it easy to stretch and snap back into shape after stretching. This makes it ideal for fabrics that require a lot of movement, be it stretch or flexibility.

it dries fast
Another reason polyester is often chosen for sportswear is that it dries faster, unlike cotton. Cotton has a tendency to absorb moisture (sweat), and the moisture doesn’t evaporate as quickly. Polyester, on the other hand, is somewhat waterproof, so it doesn’t soak out; instead, it wicks moisture away from the skin, allowing it to evaporate quickly. On a 100% polyester blend, the water beading on the surface instead of being soaked.

Wide range of uses
Few other materials in the world are as versatile as polyester thread. Polyester is used not only to produce fabrics, but also to produce water bottles, power belts, ropes, tire cords, sails, and even floppy disks. This makes polyester thread the perfect choice for a variety of applications. For example, polyester yarns are used in car tires, sportswear, wire insulation, sails, and more.

Inexpensive
Lastly, it’s affordable. Compared to cotton, the polyester thread can be mass-produced at a meager cost. That’s why it is the first choice for many companies that want to produce low-cost fabrics and provide their customers with an easy-to-use product. In fact, even producing multi-color polyester threads is not as expensive as anyone thinks!