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TECHNICAL DATA SHEET

Polyester Interlock

Weight170–260 g/m²
Composition100% polyester (e.g. 75D/72f textured filament yarn); rPET common, elastane-free.
Knit typeInterlock (double-knit) · Interlock
Use classEveryday
StretchMechanical stretch
KnitA stable double-face knit where cylinder and dial needles interlock two ribs on a double-bed machine.
HandSmooth, dry, even; fuller and less draping than single jersey, bodied; semi-matte.
Typical usePromo/team tees (sublimation) · performance tops · polos
StrengthA non-curling, double-faced, opaque and stable base — easy to print and sew.
Watch forWithout elastane, stretch/recovery is limited; the drape is stiffer than single jersey.
CertificationsISO 9001ISO 14001ISO 45001OEKO-TEX STePSTANDARD 100GRS · RCS

Width, gauge, finishing options and test standards are shared on request.

Typical technical ranges

Weight tolerance±5% (typical); may run ±5–7% on heavier/technical qualities
WidthOpen width ~150–185 cm; tubular ~80–100 cm (varies with cylinder diameter and weight)
Shrinkage (wash)Width/length ~−3% to −6% (typical, target ≤ ~5%); first-wash length may run slightly higher
Color fastnessWash 4–5; rubbing (dry) 4–5, (wet) 3–4 (lower wet on deep/bright shades); light 4–6 (deeper shades higher)
Abrasion / pillingMartindale ~20,000–40,000+ rubs (plain interlock, dense double-face structure); pilling ~3–5 (typically 4–5 on flat filament; textured/staple content or softener can drop a grade)
Gauge / yarnMachine gauge ~E18–E28 (E20–E24 typical for mid–heavy 170–250 g/m²; fine sport interlock up to E28); yarn ~75–150 den DTY (50–75 D on fine qualities, 167–300 D on heavy)

These ranges are industry-TYPICAL / indicative values based on construction and fiber, not Fersan's binding QC measurements. Exact values are confirmed per order, approved sample and lot-based QC report.

Related reading: Polyester Knit Basics: The Backbone of Performance · Single Jersey vs Interlock: Choosing a Polyester Knit · GSM Weight Guide: Choosing the Right Fabric Weight · Knit Quality Testing: What to Measure in Polyester

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