87% Polyester 13% Spandex Brushed UPF 50+ Sun Protection Pique Knit combines 87% polyester / 13% spandex, brushed face with a Pique Knit construction. It is aimed at Team Uniforms that require durability, colour consistency and easy care, and the reason is straightforward: a peach-skin surface without any heavy softening bath, so UPF 50+ Sun Protection.
87% Polyester 13% Spandex Brushed 230 GSM Pique Knit, face view
Key specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Fabric name | 87% Polyester 13% Spandex Brushed UPF 50+ Sun Protection Pique Knit |
| Composition | 87% polyester / 13% spandex, brushed face |
| Construction | Pique Knit (a textured pique knit) |
| Weight | 230 GSM |
| Width | 165 cm |
| Function | UPF 50+ Sun Protection — blocks ultraviolet radiation for outdoor training |
| Performance target | UPF rating above 50 with UVA below 5% |
| Test method | AATCC 183 ultraviolet transmittance |
| Additional value | protection held after 40 washes and in the wet state |
| 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. 87% polyester / 13% spandex, brushed face supplies the base behaviour, a textured pique knit sets how air and moisture move, and finishing is kept deliberately light so the attributes survive washing.
Pique Knit construction shown at close range
Performance features
- UPF 50+ Sun Protection: blocks ultraviolet radiation for outdoor training, measured by AATCC 183 ultraviolet transmittance.
- Hand and comfort: a peach-skin surface without any heavy softening bath.
- Construction benefit: a structured surface that hides perspiration and holds shape.
- 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 Team Uniforms, and suited to any programme where durability, colour consistency and easy care is written into the brief. Designers use the same base for matching styles, which keeps colour continuity simple across a collection.
UPF 50+ Sun Protection fabric prepared for Team Uniforms 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.
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.
