Development of Diacetate Fiber and Modal Blended Knitted Home-wear Fabric
The characteristics of diacetate fiber was expounded,and a new kind of knitted home-wear fabric with skin-friendly comfort,moisture absorption and quick drying and excellent quality properties was developed by using the diacetate fiber staple fiber,modal staple fiber interknitted with spandex.The raw material selection,knitting process,dyeing and finishing process,and product performance test were described and discussed in detail.The characteristics and principles of Eastman NaiaTM diacetate fiber and Modal mixed spun yarn were introduced,and the fabric development technology and processing considerations were pointed out.For the aspect of dyeing and finishing,especially the technical problems of color fastness of dark fabrics were discussed.The color fastness and pilling and other basic performance,as well as moisture absorption and quick drying of the finished fabric were tested.The results show that the basic performance of this home-wear fabric can meet the national standard requirements.The fabric has soft luster,comfortable feel,excellent quality and moisture absorption and quick drying,which is suitable for home underwear fabric.
Home-wear FabricDiacetate FiberDyeing ProcessColor FastnessMoisture Absorption and Quick Drying