Synthetic fibers are generally semi-crystalline polymers that are spun into textile woven filaments . The fibers are oriented uniaxially throughout the melting process, dry or wet spinning, which gives the fibers enormous toughness and strength. The synthetic fibers are then transformed into yarn by twisting multiple continuous fibers to achieve a uniform yarn with each and every filament roughly aligned parallel to the axis of the yarn. bolts
Types of synthetic fibers
Cellulose is derived from cellulose that is naturally
generated through chemical processes and reactions. The most essential models
of cellulose-based fibers are cellulose acetate (Acetate), revived cellulose
(Viscose Rayon), Cuprammonium Rayon (Bemberg) and saponified acetate (Rayon).
Cellulosic fibers signify only a small fractions of the
fiber market. Many other synthetic fibers are used today. Common non-cellulosic
fibers include Nylon or Polyamide , Olefin or Elastane , Acrylic , Polyester, and Spandex .
Advantages and disadvantages of synthetic fibers
Synthetic fibers are more durable than most natural fibers.
In addition to this, the properties of fibers and synthetic fabrics can be
simply tailored to the application by changing the chemical composition and
process conditions. To serve as an example, they can be flexible and flexible
or strong and strong or they can have high or low water absorption. Compared to
natural fibers, synthetic fibers tend to be more resistant to water, stains,
heat and chemicals. Generally, natural fibers are more sensitive than synthetic
fibers because they are biodegradable, they can be attacked by multiple
bacteria and fungi (mold), and they break down and wear out over time, while
most synthetic fibers are not technologywebdesign biodegradable.
However, synthetic fibers also have certain disadvantages;
most of them are related to its low melting point and / or its chemical
composition . To serve as an example, certain synthetic fibers are prone to
heat damage from hot washing. They also have a greater tendency to
electrostatic charge when rubbed against other materials, and are not always
and under all circumstances harmless to the skin and, in certain cases, can
cause allergic reactions. Certain commercial fibers, such as polyester and
nylon, do not absorb sweat as quickly and as much as natural fibers. For these reasons,
synthetic fibers are sometimes mixed with natural fibers, such as cotton and
wool.