TECHNICAL DATA SHEET
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Power Net (Elastane Raschel)
| Weight | 150–240 g/m² (4.4–7.1 oz/yd²) In family: 60–260 g/m² · 5 fabrics |
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| Composition | Polyester-based: ~72–82% polyester / 18–28% elastane (spandex); the elastane ratio is tuned to the support level. |
| Knit type | Power net (elastane warp knit) · Raschel |
| Use class | Sport |
| Stretch | 4-way stretch |
| Knit | Made on a Raschel warp-knitting machine: yarns are looped in the vertical warp direction with elastane bound in on every course. This is technically different from the site’s mesh & net family (which is weft/circular knit); warp knitting gives power net high dimensional stability and run resistance. |
| Hand | Firm, full and recovering; smooth flat surface with a clear support feel; stretches 4-way and snaps back strongly. |
| Typical use | Swimwear · corsetry/shapewear · sports lining/support panel |
| Strength | A recovering warp-knit base that combines high support and 4-way stretch with dimensional stability. |
| Watch for | The high elastane ratio makes the fabric firm and less breathable; excess heat/chlorine fatigues the elastane over time. |
CertificationsISO 9001ISO 14001ISO 45001OEKO-TEX STePSTANDARD 100GRS · RCS
Width, gauge, finishing options and test standards are shared on request.
Related reading: Beyond Circular Knitting: Warp Knitting and Weaving · Tricot or Raschel? A Warp-Knit Selection Guide · Warp Knitting’s Hidden Superpower: 3D Spacer Fabric
Fersan Tekstil · www.fersantekstil.com · (0212) 875 43 13