Flame Retardancy | Industrial textiles, safety gear | Industry: Passes ASTM D6413 (10s extinguish time) Base: ▲ 5s extinguish time Advanced: ▲▲ 2s extinguish time | Enhanced safety in fire-prone environments; complies with global safety norms | Advanced versions may have reduced flexibility due to chemical treatments |
Anti-Static Properties | Electronics manufacturing, medical textiles | Industry: Surface resistivity <1x10¹² Ω/sq Base: ▲ <1x10¹¹ Ω/sq Advanced: ▲▲ <1x10⁹ Ω/sq (ASTM D257) | Reduces static buildup in sensitive environments (e.g., semiconductor cleanrooms) | Higher conductivity in Advanced versions may require specialized handling |
Anti-Pilling Resistance | High-wear apparel, upholstery | Industry: ISO 12945 Grade 3 Base: ▲ Grade 4 Advanced: ▲▲ Grade 5 | Maintains surface smoothness after repeated friction (e.g., athletic wear) | Advanced treatments may increase production costs by ~20% |
Eco-Friendly Certification | Sustainable fashion, home textiles | Industry: Basic recyclability Base: ▲ Oeko-Tex Standard 100 (no harmful substances) Advanced: ▲▲ Cradle-to-Cradle Gold Certified | Appeals to eco-conscious markets; meets EU REACH regulations | Eco-certifications add 15-25% to material costs |
Twist Strength | Heavy-duty weaving, technical fabrics | Industry: 3.0 turns/inch Base: ▲ 3.5 turns/inch Advanced: ▲▲ 4.0 turns/inch (ISO 2064) | Improved durability for load-bearing applications (e.g., conveyor belts) | Higher twist may reduce flexibility for delicate stitching in handcrafts |
Application Versatility | Knitting, embroidery, weaving | Industry: Limited to 2-3 applications Base: ▲ 4 applications (knitting, sewing, weaving) Advanced: ▲▲ 6 applications (incl. embroidery, technical textiles) | Broad usability across industries (fashion, automotive, telecom) | Specialized versions may require tailored machinery setups for optimal results |