Developed for Tennis and Golf Wear, this Pique Knit answers the most common brief we receive: sun protection with a clean, structured appearance. The yarn package is nylon 66 filament with high tenacity spandex, chosen because it provides higher melt point and better abrasion resistance for demanding uses, and the finished cloth is set and tested so that UPF 50+ Sun Protection.
Nylon 66 High Tenacity Spandex 200 GSM Pique Knit, face view
Key specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Fabric name | Nylon 66 High Tenacity Spandex UPF 50+ Sun Protection Pique Knit |
| Composition | nylon 66 filament with high tenacity spandex |
| Construction | Pique Knit (a textured pique knit) |
| Weight | 200 GSM |
| Width | 150 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. nylon 66 filament with high tenacity spandex 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: higher melt point and better abrasion resistance for demanding uses.
- 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 Tennis and Golf Wear, and suited to any programme where sun protection with a clean, structured appearance 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 Tennis and Golf Wear 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
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.
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.
