Fabric Knowledge: Characteristics Of Lycra Fabric

　　 Fabric Noun: Lycra

English name: LYCRA

Alias: Racks (Hong Kong transliteration), Spandex

Scientific name: polyester spandex

Attributes: elastane

Category: chemical fiber

What kind of fabric is Lycra

Lycra is a new type of fiber launched by DuPont. Now, as long as Lycra is used in clothing, there will be a triangle hanging tag, which also becomes a symbol of high quality. So, what are the advantages of Leica? The difference between Lycra and traditional elastic fiber is that its stretching degree can reach 500%, and it can return to the original state. In other words, this fiber can be easily stretched, but after recovery, it can cling to the surface of the human body, with little binding force on the human body.

Features of Lycra Fabric

1. Lycra fiber can be used with any fabric, whether natural or man-made, without changing the appearance and texture of the fabric. It includes wool, linen, silk and cotton, so as to increase the close fitting, elastic and loose nature of the fabric and make it more flexible during activities.

2. Unlike most spandex filaments, Lycra has a special chemical structure, and it will not grow mildew in a hot and humid sealed space after wet water.

3. Clothes containing Lycra are close to the body without feeling tight, and have better drapability. No matter loose or narrow body design, it is also comfortable and natural without wrinkles.

Application of Lycra in Underwear

Many underwear fabrics use the cotton+lycra spinning method. The blend of these two fabrics not only has the advantages of cotton fiber comfort and breathability, but also takes into account the characteristics of cotton that does not have good elasticity and is not easy to deform, making the fabric more intimate, fit, soft and comfortable. Lycra can add unique advantages to underwear: close fitting comfort, free movement and long-term shape retention.