Abstract:
Threads per inch and yarn count are
some of the most important parameters that affect
both weaving performance and fabric property.
Experimental studies were conducted by weaving
fabrics with three different picks per inch (PPI)
and weft counts. The study shows that weaving
performance is affected by the too high cover
factor. Cover factor was calculated by dividing
the threads/inch by the square root of the English
cotton count and end breakage was taken as an
indication of weaving performance. It was
observed that when the count as well as
threads/inch of one series of yarn changes the
crimp% i.e. the consumption of both series of
yarns are affected. It was also observed that, as
expected, when the threads/inch increases the
fabric strength also increases but at higher
threads/inch the gain in strength is relatively
more.
