Acrylic fibre

 

Introduction

 

Acrylic fibre is a synthetic fibre, which is made from polymer. Methyl acrylate and vinyl acetate are comonomers of acrylic fibre. This polymer is obtained by free radical polymerization. Acrylic fibre has wool like feeling and it is light weight, warm and soft.

 

Properties

• Resistant to moths, chemicals and oils
• Resistant to deterioration from sunlight exposure
• It dyes well
• Has excellent colorfastness
• It retains its shape
• Resists wrinkles and shrinkage
• Quick dry and easy care
• Very good heat retention
• Durability and quick dry qualities
• Quick water transport and weather resistant

 

Application of Acrylic fibre

• Use in the knitwear section
• In sportswear
• In industry and apparel
• Hygienic, barrier cloth and bactericidal
• Domestic textiles
• Cement reinforcement
• Producer dyed fabrics
• Carpets

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Manufacturers of Acrylic fibre

• Thai Acrylic Fibre Company Limited, Thailand  
• Pasupati Acrylon Limited
• Dralon GmbH
• Sinopec shanghai Petrochemical Company Limited
• Polyacryl Trading Company (PTC)