Significance of Yarn Length
Without a doubt, the quality of a fabric relies on the length of raw cotton staples. Generally, the length of cotton yarn varies from short to extra-long. The short-staple is 20mm; below, medium-long is 25.0 to 27.0mm; medium-staple 20.5 to 24.5mm; long-staple 27.5 to 32.0mm and extra-long staple 32.5mm and above.
When weaving, the length of the staple has a huge impact on the yarn and the spinning simultaneously. With longer staples, there are fewer fragile areas. So, the fibers can intertwine well with superior-length yarn. This way, the yarn is more solid and durable. Fewer fiber-ends go out of the yarn, resulting in a smoother and softer feel.
In short, a thick yarn made using short cotton staples is less resistant and more fragile compared to a thinner yarn made using long cotton staples. Plus, with a solid yarn, the weave is tighter, denser, and more durable. This will also provide a better hold to the clothing.
Benefits of Long Staples
When the cotton yarn staples are extra long, then the fabric is:
softer as the fibers become intertwined over a longer distance. It also results in fewer fiber-ends coming out of yarns, and hence the yarn becomes smoother.
highly durable due to the thin spinning of cotton that’s convenient to weave tighter later.
more resistant to washing, wrinkling, creasing, and distortions even when you pull it.
more breathable when the fabric is tighter and denser with fewer air pockets in a fabric.
A garment with a fabric with all these characteristics will be more pleasant and durable to wear.
Other Vital Specifications of High-Quality Raw Cotton
Besides the sole staple length, the cotton’s quality depends on its:
Thinness of fiber
Elasticity
Solidity
Whiteness
Purity
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