Polyester
Polyester is a man-made fiber and is obtained from crude oil. The fiber is extremely tear and abrasion resistant and hardly absorbs any moisture. This group includes Diolen®, Trevira® and others.
Properties:
- very light fiber with high elasticity
- good resilience
- high tear and abrasion resistance
- dimensionally stable
- crease-resistant
- high color brilliance
- quick drying hardly any pilling
Creation:
Polyester chips are melted at temperatures of around 280°C and then spun. After spinning, the smooth filaments are usually textured or cut into spun fibers. The liquid mass is then passed through a line to a cold air shaft, where it is spun into its fiber form and solidifies due to the drop in temperature. As soon as they have reached the right strength, the newly obtained fibers are stretched and rolled. Polyester is easy-care, quick-drying, hard-wearing and dries quickly. Polyester clothing is often used in sportswear, functional clothing and outdoor clothing. Socks made of polyester have very good breathability and optimum moisture transport.