Indirect System of Yarn Numbering and Calculation

Indirect System of Yarn Numbering and Calculation

Indirect or Fixed System of Count:  An indirect system of yarn numbering and calculation system is the count of yarn expresses the number of length units in one weight unit. Higher the count finer is the yarn. This system is generally used for cotton, worsted, woolen, linen (wet spun), etc. The indirect system of yarn … Read more

Relation between Yarn Count and Machine Gauge

Yarn Count and Machine Gauge

Introduction: Yarn count and machine gauge are two important factors that affect the properties of a knitted fabric. The relationship between yarn count & machine gauge is indirect. In general, finer yarns are knit on higher gauge machines, and coarser yarns are knit on lower gauge machines. This is because the spacing between needles on … Read more