METALLIC YARN

Metallic yarn is a synthetic yarn that has a metallic appearance. It contains certain metal elements, which provide it with gloss and at the same time stability and tension. Metallic yarn, also called alu-metallized polyester yarn, covers a broad range of possible use. Metallized yarns with glossy effect are used in the production of fashion textile goods and technical fabrics.

Our metallic yarns are including unsupported yarn, supported (twisted) yarn and/or wrapped/gimped yarn (metallic round yarn). The metallic yarns are further diversified by the type of film, film thickness and the width and strength of the yarn, which are used mainly for clothing materials. Metallic yarns (fancy yarns) can be braided, waved and twisted as well as used for embroidery. These yarns also find use in the production of ropes, cords and various decorations. Most of the metallic yarns have polyamide reinforcement. Polyester and viscose are used for reinforcement as well. 

Applications:

The metallic yarn is used mainly in the textile industry. Nowadays, its effect is used increasingly often for casual clothing. The metallic yarn can be woven, braided and knitted and it appears in many fashionable fabrics and clothes. This yarn can also be combined with other fibres, such as wool, nylon and cotton, which creates new and unexpected possibilities. It also finds use in the production of carpets, automotive textile and household goods.

Metallic yarns have been used in just about every form of textiles. Some end-uses have beed in automotive fabrics, television front fabrics, bath towels and face cloths, clerical vestments, bathing suits, hosiery, upholstery, hat bands, theatrical clothing, theatre backdrops, doll´s clothing, banners, uniforms, etc. The possibilities for various applications of metallic yarns are enormous.

Coated metallic fibres minimize gloss loss. With the use of a suitable glue and film, this yarn is not affected by salt or chlorinated water and weather conditions. If there are no care instructions on the label, the metallic yarn should not be cleaned chemically. Ironing may be problematic as the heat of the iron, particularly at high temperatures, can melt the fibre.

This fancy yarn is very well suited for decorative purposes, car seats, curtains, clothing, gift wrapping, tablecloths, placemats, etc.