88% Polyester 12% Spandex Quick-Dry Tricot Warp Knit is a warp knitted tricot developed for Running Tops where low weight with fast moisture transport decides whether a style succeeds. The base is 88% polyester filament / 12% spandex, which gives the workhorse blend for training ranges that wash repeatedly. The result is a fabric that delivers Quick-Dry in daily use rather than only in a laboratory.
88% Polyester 12% Spandex 180 GSM Tricot Warp Knit, face view
Key specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Fabric name | 88% Polyester 12% Spandex Quick-Dry Tricot Warp Knit |
| Composition | 88% polyester filament / 12% spandex |
| Construction | Tricot Warp Knit (a warp knitted tricot) |
| Weight | 180 GSM |
| Width | 150 cm |
| Function | Quick-Dry — releases absorbed moisture fast enough to be ready for the next session |
| Performance target | residual moisture below 15% after 30 minutes |
| Test method | AATCC 199 drying rate |
| Additional value | drying time roughly half that of a cotton equivalent |
| 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 warp knitted tricot means low curl, smooth and stable, which makes it easy to cut and bond, and that structure is what allows the fabric to releases absorbed moisture fast enough to be ready for the next session under the conditions Running Tops actually face.
Tricot Warp Knit construction shown at close range
Performance features
- Quick-Dry: releases absorbed moisture fast enough to be ready for the next session, measured by AATCC 199 drying rate.
- Hand and comfort: the workhorse blend for training ranges that wash repeatedly.
- Construction benefit: low curl, smooth and stable, which makes it easy to cut and bond.
- 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 Running Tops, where low weight with fast moisture transport 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.
Quick-Dry fabric prepared for Running Tops 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.
What is the minimum for a first order? Development starts at 300 metres per colour, which is enough for a proper wear trial and a small capsule. Bulk pricing improves at 1,000 metres and above per colour.
