Impact of Core-Sheath Composite Yarn Based Fabrics on Cut Resistance Properties

This study investigates the influence of core-sheath composite yarns on the cut resistance properties of fabrics. Four types of yarns are developed, incorporating stainless steel wire (SW) fibres of varying diameters (0.025, 0.050, and 0.075 mm) and glass fibres (0.050 mm) in the core, with polyester filament and high-performance polyethylene (HPPE) in the sheath. Fabric samples are prepared using both weaving and knitting technologies. The cut resistance of these woven and knitted fabric samples is evaluated using standardized testing methods. The results demonstrate that the inclusion of stainless steel and glass fibres in the core significantly enhances the cut resistance of both fabric types. Among the different yarn types, the SW 75 yarn exhibits the highest cut resistance, followed by glass fibre 50, SW 50, and SW 25 yarns. A similar pattern is observed in the developed fabric samples. Additionally, woven fabrics show superior cut resistance compared to knitted fabrics. This study highlights the potential of core-sheath composite yarns in developing high-performance cut-resistant textiles for various applications.