This yarn consists of 70% synthetic polyacrylonitrile fiber (Dralon). The remaining 30% includes other natural or synthetic threads. Dralon fiber was developed by the world-famous German concern Bayer in the 70s. He has many inventions to his credit: medicines, various chemical inventions that are used in agriculture.
How do you get it?
Polyacrylonitrile fiber (Dralon) is obtained from acrylonitrile and its copolymers by polymerization.
Fiber manufacturing steps:
- Molding (from a special spinning solution using a dry or wet method).
- Drawing (5-8 times on a spinning machine).
- Cleaning from solvent.
- Coloring.
- Drying (performed to fix the dye).
- Heat treatment (increases the thermal properties of the fiber, resistance to abrasion and deformation, and also reduces shrinkage).
Thanks to different manufacturing methods, fibers of different composition can be obtained. They will differ from each other in chemical and physical properties.That is why they have so many names:
- nitron;
- orlon;
- acrylan;
- cashmilon;
- curtel;
- volprula, etc.
In Russia it is better known as nitron.
The outer and inner layers of the thread have a uniform structure without differences visible to the eye. However, under a microscope, irregularities, folds and wrinkles can be distinguished on the fibers.
Features and Properties
They produce fiber 3.7-10.2 cm long. Capable of withstanding temperatures up to 235 degrees. The threads that make up dralon have water-repellent properties. Therefore, products made from this yarn dry quickly. Thanks to Teflon impregnation of the threads, the yarn repels dirt. Therefore, the products can be cleaned well using the dry method (just rub and shake).
In terms of its mechanical properties, dralon resembles natural wool.
Dralon properties:
- Good thermoregulation (better than wool).
- Fade resistant.
- Keeps its shape perfectly after washing.
- Soft and silky to the touch.
- Elastic.
- Wear-resistant.
- Resistant to deformation.
- Not electrified.
- There are no harmful substances in the composition.
IMPORTANT: Dralon yarn does not need ironing.
Chemical properties:
- Does not swell in water.
- Resistant to mineral acids, concentrated solutions and oxidizing agents.
- Resistant to the action of various microorganisms (it is not afraid of moths and termites).
You can use dry cleaning.
Application area
Dralon yarn is available in various colors. The shades are rich and juicy. They do not fade in the sun, so dralon is often used in sewing curtains, bedding, bedspreads and various capes.
Due to its resistance to sunlight and weather conditions, fabric made from this fiber is used for covering outdoor furniture (summer verandas, umbrellas, awnings, terraces).
Needlewomen use dralon yarn for knitting socks, slippers, sweaters, hats and even outerwear (coats, cardigans).
Dralon is used to make carpeting, as well as rugs and blankets, as it retains heat well and is pleasant to the body.
Polyacrylonitrile fibers are used for technical needs for the manufacture of concrete, roofing slabs, pipes, and replace asbestos. These fibers are also processed into carbon fibers.
If you've never used Dralon yarn before, now is the time to start. After all, it has long been widely used by handicraft lovers, as well as in furniture production, and has proven itself well in the market.
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