Metallic yarn is a soft yarn made of or coated with metal. The yarn can be single or double sided metallized and coated. The yarn is available in an enchanting array of vivid colors. The yarn can be woven or knitted directly or after it has been twisted or covered with viscose, nylon etc. The result is sheer magic.

There is a rainbow of colors available from red, blue, green, etc. to gold and silver. Brilliant, reflective colors which add decorative patterns to fabrics. The yarn can withstand high temperatures.

Properties of Metallic Yarn

• Ironing temp (Max.): 135^oC, 15 sec.
• Dry heat: No change 180^oC, 50 sec.
• Washing: No change
• Neutral Soap 0.5%: 80^oC min., 15 min.
• Steaming: No change 30 min.
• Boiling Water: No change 80^oC, 30 min.
• Ethanol : No change 25^oC, 30 min.
• Trichloroethylene: No change 25^oC, 30 min.
• Benzene : No change 25^oC, 30 min.
• Acetic acid (5%): No change 25^oC, 30 min.

Applications of Metallic Yarn

• Woven, braided and knit into many fashionable fabrics
• Automotive fabrics
• Bath towels
• Clerical vestments
• Hosiery
• Upholstery
• Hat bands
• Banners
• Theatrical clothing
• Textile accessories
• Packaging industry
• Various decorative purposes