Developed for Sports Bras, this Power Mesh Knit answers the most common brief we receive: controlled support and soft contact at the underband. 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 Breathable Mesh.
Nylon 66 High Tenacity Spandex 120 GSM Power Mesh Knit, face view
Key specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Fabric name | Nylon 66 High Tenacity Spandex Breathable Mesh Power Mesh Knit |
| Composition | nylon 66 filament with high tenacity spandex |
| Construction | Power Mesh Knit (a high modulus warp knit mesh) |
| Weight | 120 GSM |
| Width | 175 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. nylon 66 filament with high tenacity spandex supplies the base behaviour, a high modulus warp knit mesh sets how air and moisture move, and finishing is kept deliberately light so the attributes survive washing.
Power Mesh 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: higher melt point and better abrasion resistance for demanding uses.
- Construction benefit: controlled support at very low weight with maximum air exchange.
- 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 Sports Bras, and suited to any programme where controlled support and soft contact at the underband 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 Sports Bras 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 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.
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.
