A production-ready Rib Knit for Running Tops, specified around low weight with fast moisture transport. Composition is core-spun polyester with a cotton-like sheath, which delivers natural surface comfort with the drying speed of a synthetic. Every lot is finished and tested so that Compression is measurable rather than claimed.
Core-Spun Cotton-Feel Polyester 270 GSM Rib Knit, face view
Key specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Fabric name | Core-Spun Cotton-Feel Polyester Compression Rib Knit |
| Composition | core-spun polyester with a cotton-like sheath |
| Construction | Rib Knit (a rib knit) |
| Weight | 270 GSM |
| Width | 150 cm |
| Function | Compression — delivers graduated support while remaining easy to put on |
| Performance target | recovery above 92% after 100% extension |
| Test method | ASTM D2594 stretch and recovery |
| Additional value | power measured in the 15-25 N range at 30% extension |
| 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
Because a rib knit is used, the fabric behaves consistently across the roll: high extension across the width with clean recovery, ideal for cuffs and bands. That consistency is what lets a factory cut confidently and lets a brand repeat an order a season later with the same result.
Rib Knit construction shown at close range
Performance features
- Compression: delivers graduated support while remaining easy to put on, measured by ASTM D2594 stretch and recovery.
- Hand and comfort: natural surface comfort with the drying speed of a synthetic.
- Construction benefit: high extension across the width with clean recovery, ideal for cuffs and bands.
- 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
Used for Running Tops and for the accessories around them. low weight with fast moisture transport is the reason it is chosen, and the fabric bonds, prints and sews on standard machinery without special settings.
Compression fabric prepared for Running Tops production
Dyeing, finishing and customisation
The fabric can be supplied greige, piece dyed or printed. Add-on finishes are selected after a wash durability trial, because a finish that disappears after five washes is worse than no claim at all.
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
Minimum trial order is 300 metres per colour and bulk production takes 20-25 days once the approval sample is signed. Documentation includes test reports per lot, OEKO-TEX conformity and full construction sheets.
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.
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.
