What is the cotton warp fabric? Many customer is curious about that, now, we will explain to customers based on our professional knowledge.
What is the knit structure of cotton warp？
Concerning the structure of fabric contains weft knitting and warp knitting. Different structure with different knitting machine. The weft knitting fabric is knitted by circular machine, the warp knitting fabric is knitted by warp knitting machine like this cotton warp. Yarn includes the filament yarn and spun yarn. Nylon, polyester and spandex all belong to synthetic yarn. Synthetic yarn is filament yarn. Cotton, Bamboo and Rayon belong to spun yarn. Normally, Spun yarn is used in weft knitting machine, many single jersey fabric composed by Polyester/cotton or cotton/spandex. Many T- shirts are made of spun yarn or blend yarn knitted in the weft knitting machine. warp knitting is an industrial powerhouse. It utilizes warp knitting machines, which simultaneously interloop thousands of parallel yarns running vertically along the length of the fabric (the warp direction). This is akin to the structure of a chain-link fence, creating a fabric that is inherently more stable, less prone to curling at the edges, and highly resistant to runs and snags. Traditionally, this method has been the domain of filament yarns —continuous, smooth strands of synthetic fibers that can withstand the high tension of the knitting process. Yarns like Nylon, Polyester, and Spandex are all synthetic filaments, prized for their strength, consistency, and functional properties like moisture-wicking and durability.
Why cotton warp so special?
Based on current technique, we knitted cotton combine with polyester or spandex in the weft knitting machine, but not always in the warp knitting machine. The reason is if knitting cotton in the warp knitting machine, there is a high risk of broken yarn in the knitting process with lower capacity , so many factory do not knit cotton in the warp knitting machine. But there is highly demand in the market about cotton warp fabric. Many customers want the cotton feeling and stable structure of warp knitted fabric, they hope one kind of fabric can achieve both advantages. Several years ago , there is a few cotton warp fabric developed by Japan companies, but price is so higher, about more than 10 times higher price than the normal fabric, which is can not accepted by market and current customers.
Why choose Wingtex Cotton Warp?
Our team put so much effort to develop “Cotton Warp” fabric, so cotton warp not just a new fabric, but a genuine innovation. Warp-Cotton is defined as a category of fabrics produced by successfully integrating natural cotton spun yarns into the warp knitting process, typically in combination with synthetic filament yarns like Nylon /Spandex or Polyester/Spandex.Our technique team keep to overcoming the historical obstacles. Through meticulous yarn selection, precise machine calibration, and refined knitting techniques, we have engineered a way to run cotton through warp knitting machines reliably. We have developed a full range of Warp-Cotton constructions, including Mesh, Plain fabric, Full-width fabric, and Hem fabric , proving that cotton’s place is no longer limited to the circular knitter.This fabric with the stable structure as warp knitting fabric, also with the advantage of breathable and wicking performance as cotton yarn. In the athletic arena, the synthetic components of cotton warpare crucial: Spandex grants essential freedom of movement and recovery, while Nylon or Polyester contribute toughness, abrasion resistance, and quick-drying properties. The integration of cotton elevates this functional package by dramatically enhancing the fabric’s air permeability and inherent moisture management . Compared to 100% synthetic athletic fabrics, which often prioritize wicking over absorption, cotton warp absorbs moisture vapor quickly, helping to regulate body temperature and prevent the clammy feel of perspiration. This unique combination of natural comfort and engineered performance makes it exceptionally well-suited for medium-intensity activities like yoga, Pilates, and gym workouts, as well as for the burgeoning category of high-comfort casual and athleisure wear.
