Wool yarn is a popular yarn. As the name suggests, it is a yarn spun from wool. So what is the difference between wool yarn and wool? The main difference between the two is whether they have been processed. Wool yarn is spun after processing, while wool is the fur of an animal, which is not processed. Therefore, the characteristics and uses of the two are different. What are the specific components of wool yarn and what is the difference between wool yarn and wool? Let's take a look in the article!

1. What are the components of wool yarn

What kind of yarn is wool yarn? That is, yarn spun from wool as raw material. The following is some small knowledge about wool yarn:
(1). Warp, warp yarn, warp yarn density-fabric length direction: The yarn in this direction is called warp yarn, and the number of yarns arranged in 1 inch is the warp density (warp yarn density).
(2). Weft, weft yarn, weft yarn density-fabric width direction: The yarn in this direction is called weft yarn, and the number of yarns arranged in 1 inch is the weft density (weft yarn density).
(3). Density - used to indicate the number of yarns per unit length of woven fabrics, generally the number of yarns per inch or 10 cm.

2. What is the difference between wool yarn and wool?

The difference between wool yarn and wool is that the former is spun after processing, while the latter is the fur of an animal, which is not processed. This will produce some differences in characteristics. The former is better in wear resistance and skin-friendliness, and is not easy to pilling.

3. What are the characteristics of wool yarn?

The characteristics of wool yarn, wool itself is a material that is easy to curl. Its advantage is that it is soft, and the fibers are tightly linked to each other, forming a ball, which can produce a heat-insulating effect. Wool itself is absorbent and can absorb water equivalent to one-third of its weight. Because of this, wool itself is not easy to burn and has a fire-proof effect. Wool fibers are soft and elastic, and can be used to make textiles such as woolen cloth, wool yarn, blankets, and felt. Wool products have the characteristics of good hand feel and warmth retention.

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