Developed for Swimwear, this Spacer Knit answers the most common brief we receive: chlorine and sunscreen resistance with shape retention. The yarn package is 80% nylon 6 filament / 20% spandex, chosen because it provides a dry, smooth hand with strong recovery in every direction, and the finished cloth is set and tested so that 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 | 165 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
Performance comes from three decisions: the yarn, the stitch and the finishing route. 80% nylon 6 filament / 20% spandex supplies the base behaviour, a spacer knit with two faces sets how air and moisture move, and finishing is kept deliberately light so the attributes survive washing.
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
Specified mainly for Swimwear, and suited to any programme where chlorine and sunscreen resistance with shape retention is written into the brief. Designers use the same base for matching styles, which keeps colour continuity simple across a collection.
Breathable Mesh fabric prepared for Swimwear production
Dyeing, finishing and customisation
Dyeing runs on a controlled recipe with consolidated dye lots to hold shade continuity. Finishing options include wicking, antibacterial, soft touch and anti-pilling, applied after lab trials so the hand approved in sampling is the hand delivered in bulk.
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
Sampling is fast: A4 hand feel cards, laboratory dips and a 5 metre trial roll within a week. Bulk runs in 20-25 days, with inline inspection and a final random inspection before packing.
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.
Is the performance tested on every lot? Yes. The named test method is repeated on bulk fabric, not only on the approval sample, and the report carries the lot number so results can be traced back.
