With the technological progress and diversified market demand of the global textile manufacturing industry, traditional fiber materials can no longer fully meet the higher requirements for functionality, durability and environmental protection. Especially in the application fields of sports shoes, functional clothing, industrial fabrics, filter media, etc., users have put forward higher standards for the performance of yarns: not only excellent physical properties, but also better environmental resistance and processing flexibility.
In this context, UTPEE monofilament yarn (Ultra Thermoplastic Polyester Elastomer Monofilament), as a new monofilament material that combines the advantages of elastomers and engineering plastics, has received increasing attention. It is a functional fiber made of thermoplastic polyester elastomer (TPEE), which has high elasticity, excellent wear resistance, stable dimensional retention and excellent processing adaptability.
Analysis of the material properties of UTPEE monofilament yarn
UTPEE monofilament yarn is a single continuous filament made by advanced melt extrusion and stretching shaping technology based on thermoplastic polyester elastomer (TPEE). The core characteristics of this material come from the copolymerization system of "hard segment + soft segment" in its molecular structure, which achieves a balance between strength and elasticity in performance.
High elasticity and excellent resilience
The soft segment of UTPEE is mainly composed of polyether or polyester, which gives it good flexibility and high elongation. The yarn can rebound quickly after being stretched, and has excellent deformation recovery rate. It is particularly suitable for applications that require dynamic support, such as sports shoes flying woven uppers, elastic webbing, outdoor equipment, etc. Its elongation is high, and it can maintain good weaving tension during actual processing, improving the fit and comfort of the final product.
High strength and excellent wear resistance
The hard segment of UTPEE has good crystallinity and mechanical properties, so that the yarn still shows high stability in bending and friction. According to the friction test data of a third-party laboratory under constant temperature and humidity conditions, the wear of UTPEE monofilament is more than 30% lower than that of ordinary PET monofilament . This performance means that UTPEE can maintain a longer service life in high-frequency movement and high-tension usage scenarios, and is not easy to break or shed.
Strong environmental resistance and adaptability to various climatic conditions
Compared with traditional synthetic fibers such as nylon and polypropylene, UTPEE is more stable to temperature, humidity and ultraviolet rays. In a wide temperature range of -40°C to 100°C, its dimensional change rate is low and its performance remains good. According to the UV anti-aging test provided by SGS, ordinary TPEE monofilament turns yellow and breaks under 72 hours of high-intensity ultraviolet radiation, while the modified UTPEE monofilament has no obvious physical decay, which is suitable for applications exposed to the outdoors for a long time, such as sports backpacks, safety nets, etc.
Excellent processing performance, compatible with mainstream weaving equipment
UTPEE monofilament yarn has good melt fluidity and thermal stability, and can maintain good consistency and production efficiency in a variety of equipment such as circular knitting machines, warp knitting, weft knitting, and knitting. Especially in the field of fly-knitted uppers, UTPEE monofilament can be multi-fiber blended with other yarns such as polyester, nylon, and spandex to effectively improve the overall structural strength and three-dimensional sense of the upper, and meet the current market demand for lightweight and high-performance uppers.
Thermoplasticity and environmental protection coexist, in line with the trend of sustainable development
UTPEE monofilament is a thermoplastic material that can be repeatedly processed by heating and has a certain degree of recyclability. The scraps and defective yarns generated during the manufacturing and use process can be re-melted and recycled for non-critical performance components to reduce resource waste. In addition, some leading manufacturers such as Sinrylion have adopted green formulas and halogen-free flame retardant systems to make their products more in line with global environmental standards (such as REACH, RoHS, and OEKO-TEX).
Typical application areas of UTPEE monofilament yarn
The comprehensive performance advantages of UTPEE monofilament yarn make it widely applicable in many fields:
Sports shoe upper structure support
The popular "flying woven upper" design in recent years emphasizes lightweight and structural sense. UTPEE monofilament is often used as an embedded or exposed profile in knitted uppers, providing additional support, wear protection and shape retention without increasing the weight of the shoe. Its high elasticity enables the upper to stretch and rebound naturally with the movement of the foot, greatly improving the wearing comfort.
Industrial filter fabric
Due to its wear resistance and chemical stability, UTPEE monofilament is widely used in industrial dust removal filter cloth, water treatment filter and other products. In high temperature, high humidity and strong corrosive environment, it can still maintain the grid structure without deformation, extend the service life and reduce maintenance costs.
High-strength webbing and rope
UTPEE monofilament has good linear density stability and breaking strength, and is suitable for making backpack webbing, safety slings, industrial ropes and other products. It not only ensures the safety of load, but also has good resilience and ergonomic advantages during use.
Automotive interior mesh
Automotive seats and backrests have high requirements for the elasticity, breathability and flame retardancy of materials. UTPEE monofilament can achieve the flame retardant standard UL94-V0 through a special formula while maintaining elastic support, which is suitable for modern lightweight and comfortable car cabin structures.
UTPEE VS traditional monofilament yarn: comparison of five key performances
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Performance Indicators |
UTPEE monofilament |
Nylon (PA) monofilament |
Polyester (PET) monofilament |
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Elastic recovery |
Excellent |
generally |
Poor |
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Wear resistance |
Excellent |
good |
generally |
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Weather resistance |
excellent |
medium |
medium |
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Recyclability |
better |
generally |
generally |
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Processing Adaptation |
Highly compatible |
medium |
Higher |
As can be seen from the table, UTPEE monofilament is superior to mainstream traditional materials in many key performances and is an ideal choice for upgrading and replacement.
Sinrylion: A professional manufacturer focusing on UTPEE monofilament yarn
Among many UTPEE monofilament yarn manufacturers, Jinjiang Xinglilai Yarn Co., Ltd. (Sinrylion)stands out for its stable product quality, leading technology research and development capabilities and green production system.
Core advantages:
Strong OEM/ODM customization capabilities: We provide a full range of OEM and ODM services to customers around the world, and can design and produce monofilament materials that meet their requirements according to their specific needs.Rich manufacturing experience: With many years of industry experience and technical accumulation, Sinrylion has excellent technical strength in monofilament manufacturing, can handle complex production tasks, and ensure that each monofilament meets international quality standards.
Efficient production process: We have advanced production lines and strict quality control systems. From raw material selection to finished product delivery, each step is subject to precise quality inspection to ensure that every batch of products provided to customers meets the standards.
Global service network: As a leading monofilament manufacturer in the industry, Sinrylion provides high-quality UTPEE monofilament to customers around the world and ensures timely delivery through an efficient supply chain.
Strict quality control: Each Sinrylion monofilament undergoes strict quality inspection to ensure defect-free, high performance, and meet the high standards of customers.
Sinrylion adheres to the concept of "high performance, sustainability, and personalization". It has established stable cooperative relationships with many domestic and foreign brands in the fields of footwear, outdoor, and industry. It is the preferred long-term supply partner of UTPEE yarn for many brands.
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How to choose a high-quality UTPEE monofilament yarn supplier?
When purchasing UTPEE monofilament yarn, it is recommended to focus on the following five aspects:
Technical service capabilities: whether it can provide diversified customization, such as color, thickness, functional modification, etc.
Processing adaptation test: whether it can provide proofing test services to verify the matching degree with equipment
Stable delivery capability: whether the supplier has large-scale production capabilities and a complete delivery control system
After-sales guarantee mechanism: whether a dedicated after-sales team is established to handle quality feedback and technical support issues