Acrylic yarn is one of the widely used fibers in carpet weaving. This yarn falls into the category of synthetic fibers. Acrylic yarn fibers are lightweight, warm, and wool-like. Their high dyeability, washability, and hypoallergenic properties have made this yarn popular in industries such as sock knitting, thermal clothing production, and the manufacturing of scarves and shawls.
The cross-section of acrylic fibers can vary depending on the production method. For example, if these fibers are produced by wet spinning, their cross-section will be circular, and if they are produced by dry spinning, their cross-section will be dumbbell-shaped.
Raw Materials Used in Acrylic Yarn
The polymer that makes up acrylic yarn is called polyacrylonitrile. This material belongs to the thermoplastic category and is composed of the main monomer acrylonitrile. The types of carpet fibers formed using polyacrylonitrile polymer are considered high-quality fibers. Acrylic yarn polymer is produced through the polymerization of vinyl acrylonitrile monomers.
In the textile industry, dry spinning, wet spinning, and gel spinning methods are used to produce this yarn. The production method of these fibers can affect their physical properties; for example, producing acrylic yarn through gel spinning results in fibers with high strength. The raw material for producing acrylic is derived from water and calcium carbide.
Applications of Acrylic Yarn in the Carpet Weaving Industry
Acrylic yarn is used to produce high-quality machine-made carpets. The reasons for using this yarn in machine-made carpets are:
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Acrylic yarns are softer and more delicate compared to other synthetic fibers.
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No plastic or petroleum-based odor is inhaled from acrylic yarns.
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They have high resistance to foot traffic and do not wear out easily.
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They are resistant to indirect heat, such as from a kettle or hot iron.
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Their colors are very vibrant and lively.
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Acrylic yarns make the carpet texture cohesive and uniform.
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No friction or stickiness is felt when touching the carpet.
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They cause no allergies for infants or the elderly.
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The yarn has high durability and longevity.
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Less yarn breakage occurs during carpet production and weaving.
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Resistance to abrasion and washing.
It is these outstanding features that make this yarn an ideal choice for office, commercial, hotel, residential, and other types of carpeting.
