Effects of Raising and Sueding on the Physical and Mechanical Properties of Dyed Knitted Fabric

Abstract

For developing finishing methods and broadening their assortment, the research has explored raising and sueding methods in order to find out how these two finishing processes affect the aesthetic, dimensional and functional properties of dyed knitted fabric. In this work, three types of sample fabrics namely three thread fleece or Chief Value Cotton (CVC) fleece, two thread terry or organic fleece and 2x2 rib were used. CVC fleece was produced from yarns of count 30 Ne and 20 Ne respectively. Organic fleece and 2x2 rib were produced from 100% cotton. In this task, we studied six aspects of test results viz. the GSM test, shrinkage test, bursting strength test, spirality test, pilling test and Color fastness to wash. In addition, Wales per Inch (WPI), Course per Inch (CPI), stitch length, stitch density, course length was taken into consideration. The testing procedures were performed meticulously under ideal testing standards. The test results affirm significant effects regarding GSM, shrinkage, bursting and spirality test. No variation of pilling and color fastness of samples subjected to raising and seuding was noted.