80% Nylon 20% Spandex Breathable Mesh Spacer Knit combines 80% nylon 6 filament / 20% spandex with a Spacer Knit construction. It is aimed at Sports Bras that require controlled support and soft contact at the underband, and the reason is straightforward: a dry, smooth hand with strong recovery in every direction, so Breathable Mesh.
80% Nylon 20% Spandex 330 GSM Spacer Knit, face view
Key specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Fabric name | 80% Nylon 20% Spandex Breathable Mesh Spacer Knit |
| Composition | 80% nylon 6 filament / 20% spandex |
| Construction | Spacer Knit (a spacer knit with two faces) |
| Weight | 330 GSM |
| Width | 160 cm |
| Function | Breathable Mesh — keeps air moving across the skin in high heat zones |
| Performance target | air permeability above 400 mm/s |
| Test method | ISO 11092 thermal and water vapour resistance |
| Additional value | ventilation mapped to the pattern rather than added as an afterthought |
| Stretch | Four-way, recovery above 92% |
| Certification | OEKO-TEX Standard 100, REACH compliant inputs |
| MOQ | 300 m per colour |
| Lead time | 20–25 days after approval |
Why this construction works
The construction does the work before any chemistry is added. a spacer knit with two faces means cushioning and airflow built into a single piece of fabric, and that structure is what allows the fabric to keeps air moving across the skin in high heat zones under the conditions Sports Bras actually face.
Spacer Knit construction shown at close range
Performance features
- Breathable Mesh: keeps air moving across the skin in high heat zones, measured by ISO 11092 thermal and water vapour resistance.
- Hand and comfort: a dry, smooth hand with strong recovery in every direction.
- Construction benefit: cushioning and airflow built into a single piece of fabric.
- Consistency: GSM and width tolerance are locked per lot and recorded on the inspection sheet.
- Durability: performance is verified after repeated washing, not only as delivered.
Recommended applications
The first choice for Sports Bras, where controlled support and soft contact at the underband is the requirement that decides the fabric. It also converts cleanly into coordinated pieces in the same programme, since the hand and the shade run together.
Breathable Mesh fabric prepared for Sports Bras production
Dyeing, finishing and customisation
Available in piece dyed, yarn dyed or sublimation ready form. Functional finishes such as moisture management, antibacterial, anti-pilling and UV absorption can be applied individually or combined, and each is verified against its test method before bulk release.
Care instructions
- Machine wash at 30 degrees with mild detergent, no fabric softener.
- Dry away from direct heat and do not tumble dry hot.
- Cool iron on the reverse if needed, and avoid bleach.
Ordering, sampling and quality control
Trial quantity starts at 300 metres per colour with laboratory dips in five working days. Bulk lead time is 20-25 days after approval, and every lot ships with a test report, a shade check and an inspection record.
Roll inspection and packing before shipment
Frequently asked questions
Can we get recycled content with this construction? In most cases yes. GRS certified recycled nylon or polyester can replace the virgin yarn with full chain of custody documents, usually with no visible change in hand or performance.
Can the weight and width be changed? Yes. Most programmes run between 140 and 340 GSM, and width can be set between 150 and 180 cm to match your marker. Changing weight changes cover and stretch, so we re-test before confirming.
