weave density
[/wiːv ˈdɛnsɪti/]
nounpl: weave densities
densidade de trama
1. The number of threads per unit area (usually per inch or centimeter) in a woven fabric, measured both in warp and weft directions
The weave density of this cotton fabric is 200 threads per inch, making it very durable.
A densidade de trama deste tecido de algodão é de 200 fios por polegada, tornando-o muito durável.
2. A measure of how tightly or loosely threads are interlocked in a textile, affecting its strength, weight, and appearance
Higher weave density results in a softer, more breathable fabric.
Uma maior densidade de trama resulta em um tecido mais macio e respirável.
Weave density is a critical specification in the textile industry in both Brazil and the United States. In Brazil, the term is commonly used in São Paulo's fashion and textile districts, while in the USA it's essential terminology for quality assessment in home goods and apparel manufacturing. Higher weave densities are often marketed as premium products in consumer markets.
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