Power Mesh How It Changes with Construction and Elastane Content
Power Mesh does not stay constant when construction changes. Understanding the direction of change helps during development.
Effect of knit structure
Loop length and density move results first, usually before any yarn change is made. Working figures for Power Mesh normally sit around 90-160 GSM in mainstream production. Note warp knit machine on the tech pack so nobody tests against an older revision.
Effect of elastane content
More elastane raises recovery but changes the value measured by warp knit machine, so retest after any blending change. Record elastane content alongside Power Mesh, because blends shift the measured value. A result outside 90-160 GSM usually points to process drift rather than to the fibre itself.
Effect of finishing
Heat setting and softeners shift results, which explains differences between a hand sample and bulk. Keeping reference values for Power Mesh lets suppliers quote without extra sampling rounds. Ask for conditioning details together with warp knit machine, since both affect the reading.
Typical range
Working values stay around 90-160 GSM for mainstream activewear. Working figures for Power Mesh normally sit around 90-160 GSM in mainstream production. Note warp knit machine on the tech pack so nobody tests against an older revision.
Development advice
Change one variable at a time, then verify against warp knit machine before moving to the next sample round. Record elastane content alongside Power Mesh, because blends shift the measured value. A result outside 90-160 GSM usually points to process drift rather than to the fibre itself.
