Tactel vs Spandex (Elastane)
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Tactel
Tactel is a trademark used for certain nylon fibers originally developed by DuPont and subsequently associated with Invista. Fabrics made with Tactel fibers are generally designed to be lightweight, soft to the touch, durable, and quick drying, although their precise properties depend on yarn construction and fabric treatment. The material has been used in activewear, swimwear, hosiery, lingerie,...
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Spandex (Elastane)
Spandex, commonly called elastane outside North America, is a synthetic fiber composed primarily of segmented polyurethane. Developed for commercial use by DuPont chemist Joseph Shivers in the late 1950s, it can stretch several times beyond its original length and recover much of its shape. Because it is usually blended with fibers such as cotton, polyester, or nylon, it is widely used in activewe...
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