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Types of Sewing Threads in Bangladesh

The document discusses 6 types of sewing threads commonly used in the garments industry of Bangladesh. 1) Polyester corespun thread has a polyester core for strength and a polyester cover for protection. It is strong and resistant to abrasion. 2) Spun polyester thread is made of twisted polyester yarns and has high strength and minimal shrinkage. 3) Staple spun cotton thread is made of cotton yarns and has high shrinkage but is not damaged by heat. 4) Textured polyester thread is soft, extensible and provides strong seams. 5) Polyester cotton corespun thread combines properties of cotton and polyester with low shrinkage and strength. 6) Tr

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Types of Sewing Threads in Bangladesh

The document discusses 6 types of sewing threads commonly used in the garments industry of Bangladesh. 1) Polyester corespun thread has a polyester core for strength and a polyester cover for protection. It is strong and resistant to abrasion. 2) Spun polyester thread is made of twisted polyester yarns and has high strength and minimal shrinkage. 3) Staple spun cotton thread is made of cotton yarns and has high shrinkage but is not damaged by heat. 4) Textured polyester thread is soft, extensible and provides strong seams. 5) Polyester cotton corespun thread combines properties of cotton and polyester with low shrinkage and strength. 6) Tr

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  • Introduction to Sewing Threads
  • Details on Types of Threads

Sewing Thread

Types of Sewing thread being used in the garments industry of Bangladesh

[Link] Corespun Thread [Link] Polyester Thread [Link] Spun Cotton Thread [Link] Polyester Thread [Link] Cotton Corespun Thread [Link] Polyester Thread

Sewing Thread (Contd.)


[Link] Corespun Thread:
This type of thread is produced by spinning staple polyester fibre around a core of high tenacity continuous filament polyester in yarn-spinning operation. Two or more of these composite yarns are then twisted together to give the necessary size and tensile strength. e.g. Epic(Coats). Uses: Mainly used in topstitching of shirts, blouses, trousers, sportswear , jeans & work clothes.

Sewing Thread (Contd.)


Key Characteristics:
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Exceptionally strong. The continuous filament core (Having high tenacity) provides superior strength while the staple polyester cover helps to protect the inner core from damage due to needle heat. Its resistance to abrasion helps ensure long seam life in a wide variety of materials. Fine threads can be used for delicate fabric without compromising on strength, thereby avoiding problems like seam pucker.

Sewing Thread (Contd.)


2. Spun Polyester Thread:
Staple polyester fibres are spun into polyester yarn. Then two or more of spun polyester yarns are twisted together to produce spun polyester thread. e.g. Astra (Coats)

Key Characteristics:
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High tenacity of polyester ensures greater strength and thereby high abrasion resistance. Very least amount of shrinkage (less than 1%) compared to cotton thread.
of shirts, trousers, knitwear, jackets, blouses etc.

Uses: Mainly for overedging. Also used for general seaming

Sewing Thread (Contd.)


3. Staple Spun Cotton Thread:
Normally long staple cotton fibres are spun into cotton yarn. Then two or more ply of spun cotton yarn are twisted together to produce spun cotton thread. e.g. dymax (Coats)

Key Characteristics:
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100% cotton thread have relatively low strength and elongation compared to those in synthetic thread , therefore they need relatively light sewing tension and high stitch densities. Very high amount of shrinkage compared to synthetic thread.

Sewing Thread (Contd.)


3. Staple Spun Cotton Thread:
- During sewing , cotton thread is not damaged at high temperature generated by needle.
- 100% cotton thread is mercerized (treatment with caustic solution under tension) to provide greater luster and higher strength. Uses: Mainly used in sewing cotton garments that are to be post dyed.

Sewing Thread (Contd.)


4. Textured Polyester Thread:
Made from textured continuous polyester filament. (Note- texturing means modification by applying crimp to the filament) . e.g. Gramax (Coats). Key features: - Provides high softness and comfort. - High extensibility and seam strength enhance higher seam security. Uses: Mainly used in next to the skin seams for high softness .e.g. underware, swimwear, babywear etc. Also widely used in overlocking and covering stitches for high extensibility and seam security.
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Sewing Thread (Contd.)


5. Polyester Cotton Corespun Thread:
- Made of polyester filament in the core and staple cotton fibre which wraps polyester filament. Two or three plies of this yarn are twisted together to make thread. e.g. dual duty (Coats). Key features: - This thread has been developed to improve the properties cotton and to get the opportunities of both cotton and polyester fibre. - Very low shrinkage, good strength and cotton core protects poly core from needle heat and high ironing temperature. Uses: fine cotton denim shirts , outdoor wear etc.

Sewing Thread (Contd.)


6. Trilobal Polyester thread:
- Newly developed polyester fibre to improve the dullness of usual polyester fibre. -Trilobal poly is a multiple filament, twisted, high-sheen continuous fiber thread. It has the bright appearance of rayon or silk. Triangular shaped fibers reflect more light and give an attractive sparkle to textiles.

Uses: embroidery for garment.

Sewing Thread Types of Sewing thread being used in the garments industry of Bangladesh 1.Polyester Corespun Thread 2.Spun P
Sewing Thread (Contd.) 1.Polyester Corespun Thread: This type of thread is produced by spinning staple polyester fibre
Sewing Thread (Contd.) Key Characteristics: -Exceptionally strong. -The continuous filament core (Having high tenacity) pr
Sewing Thread (Contd.) 2. Spun Polyester Thread: Staple polyester fibres are spun into polyester yarn. Then two or more of
Sewing Thread (Contd.) 3. Staple Spun Cotton Thread: Normally long staple cotton fibres are spun into cotton yarn. Then tw
Sewing Thread (Contd.) 3. Staple Spun Cotton Thread: - During sewing , cotton thread is not damaged at high temperature g
Sewing Thread (Contd.) 4. Textured Polyester Thread: -Made from textured continuous polyester filament. (Note- texturin
Sewing Thread (Contd.) 5. Polyester Cotton Corespun Thread: - Made of polyester filament in the core and staple cotton fibr
Sewing Thread (Contd.) 6. Trilobal Polyester thread: - Newly developed polyester fibre to improve the dullness of usual pol

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