Nilit Specialty
Nilit Specialty
Nilit Specialty
• Superior thermo insulation – Added as an inside layer of fabric, NILIT HEAT yarn maintains the body’s natural
warm temperature
• Anti-bacterial properties – Naturally provided by the carbon coffee in the fibers
• Deodorizing effect – The carbon coffee absorbs and effectively neutralizes odors
• Environmentally friendly – Coffee charcoal is created from coffee bean shell residue – a natural surplus
IDEAL APPLICATIONS
Hosiery Socks Tights and leggings Sportswear Underwear Winterwear Base layer
skin
body heat
garment
Fabrics made with NILIT® Heat conserve & maintain Proven to keep wearers warmer
natural body heat to keep the wearer warm. Several tests were conducted in three global labs
• The wearer’s body emits heat, which is absorbed in (TTRI - Taiwan, Centexbel - Belgium, and SGS - Switzerland).
the coffee charcoal embedded in the yarn. The tests were performed on NILIT HEAT yarn fabric
with the coffee charcoal additive, and a reference fabric
• The specially composed coffee charcoal, together
without the additive.
with an oxide additive integrated in the yarn,
absorbs the body heat and captures it for an Identical tests were performed on dyed and
extended period of time. non-dyed fabrics.
THE RESULTS:
The fabric knitted with NILIT Heat yarn,showed an increase of 10°C (50°F) to the reference fabric.
THE COOLING COMFORT FIBER
LIKE A BREATH OF FRESH AIR, THE REVOLUTIONARY NILIT® BREEZE
NYLON 6.6 COOLING YARN KEEPS WEARERS FEELING REFRESHED AND
COMFORTABLE WHEN THE TEMPERATURES RISE.
• Cooling effect – Helps maintain a comfortable body temperature during/after physical performance and in
hot weather
• Facilitates optimal physical performance by providing efficient ventilation
• A high-drape fabric achieved by an innovative cross section and fine yarn count
• UV Protection – Results from the unique polymer
• Ultra-soft hand feel, providing a smooth sensation on the body
IDEAL APPLICATIONS
Sportswear Shapewear Lingerie Hosiery Outerwear
NILIT® BREEZE has been independently tested and proven to lower body temperature by Centexbel Textile Research
Center in Belgium. A copy of the lab report is available upon request
ENERGY FROM THE
INSIDE OUT!
ENERGY FROM THE INSIDE-OUT
NILIT INNERGY INVIGORATES THE BODY, ENHANCES PERFORMANCE IN
SPORTS AND INCREASES WELL-BEING. IT MAY ALSO HELP TO REDUCE
THE APPEARANCE OF CELLULITE.
• Enhances muscle elasticity for better performance and improves muscle recovery after exercising
• Improves stimulation via body heating
• The gentle heat emitted by the fibers invigorates the body and may help to reduce the appearance of cellulite
• Durable and long-lasting – repeated washing will not decrease the FIR emissivity
IDEAL APPLICATIONS
Sportswear Medical socks & gloves Shapers Hosiery Lingerie
FIR-GENERATING FIBER
> Nylon 6.6 fiber with a built-in, naturally occurring mineral additive that creates FIR emissions
> Proven efficiency – Independent external laboratory testing* has confirmed the increased emissivity of
far infrared rays back to the body
> Proven antibacterial properties**
> Proven UV protection**
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Converts the naturally occurring Reflects it back to the The gentle heat emitted by the
thermo energy of the human body body causing fibers invigorates the body, enhances
into: Far Infrared Rays (FIR) deep, gentle heating muscle elasticity and may help to
reduce the appearance of cellulite.
* Independent Labs - Hua Mao Nano-Tech Co., Ltd (Taiwan) and Centexbel Verviers ( Belgium)
** Independent labs – SGS Textile Laboratory (Taiwan) and Testex, AG (Switzerland)
PLAY IT DRY
& WIN IN COMFORT
THE NEW GENERATION IN MOISTURE MANAGMENT
Today's active lifestyles require garments that can stand up to stress, are easy to maintain, and keep the wearer
comfortable. NILIT® Aquarius fiber transports moisture away from the skin, through the garment and out
toward the air to keep wearer feeling comfortable and dry.
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triple-T cross-section increased surface fast absorption
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micro channels capillary effect mechanical wicking
FIGURE 3
engineered fiber in garment unique hydrophilic properties high-speed evaporation
IDEAL APPLICATIONS
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HIGH-PERFORMANCE ANTIBACTERIAL
YARN WITH FEEL-GOOD PROPERTIES
Active, outdoor lifestyles call for high-performance wear that acts against body odor for
increased comfort, confidence and cleanliness, day and night.
NILIT® Bodyfresh antibacterial yarn is the ideal solution. It helps keep wearers fresh during
hot weather and active workouts, freeing them from bacteria and odors and keeping them
confident and comfortable.
• Reduces the growth of odor-causing bacteria that come into contact with the garment
• Microfiber yarn delivers a smooth, comfortable feeling
• Extremely durable, standing up to rough treatment
• Maintains its odor-fighting properties through numerous washings
IDEAL APPLICATIONS
Outdoor wear Activewear Sportswear Intimate apparel
NILIT® BODYFRESH’s “feel-good” properties are delivered through the addition of a special additive.
The effectiveness of its antibacterial activity on dyed yarns has been clearly proven.*
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* Testing performed by the Hohenstein Institute.
Certificate available upon request.
FASHION FIBERS
BLACK DIAMOND
• Delicate shine – A soft sparkle in black and a variety of colors and shades
• Perfect for 3-D hosiery – Hugs, shapes and caresses the legs
• Super soft touch – Fine, luxurious sensation
• Rich design possibilities – Dyeable and reversible for special effects
IDEAL APPLICATIONS
NILIT® BLACK DIAMOND IS MADE WITH NILIT® BLACK DOPE-DYED NYLON 6.6 YARN
COVERED WITH A SPECIAL, BRIGHT FLAT YARN. THIS COMBINATION CREATES A
SPARKLING EFFECT WITH A SOFT HANDLE. DYEABLE AND REVERSIBLE.
THE LOOK OF LUXURY
LUXURIOUS SHINE IN
A TEXTURED FIBER
NILIT® BRITEX TEXTURED NYLON 6.6 YARN ADDS
SHINE AND BRIGHTNESS TO ANY GARMENT.
Fabrics knitted with NILIT® Britex have a luminous luster, a luxurious feel
and a beautiful drape that add softness, glamour and a touch of fashion
for a wide range of applications.
IDEAL APPLICATIONS
Intimate apparel Hosiery and legwear Lingerie Activewear Sportswear
THE GLAMOROUS SHEEN OF THE NILIT BRITEX FIBER COMES FROM A UNIQUE
TEXTURING PROCESS. WITH NILIT® BRITEX, FABRICS HAVE THE SOFTNESS OF A
TEXTURED FIBER AND THE BRIGHTNESS OF A FLAT YARN.
NILIT's WORLD
OF COLORS
ONE DYE PROCESS DIFFERENT COLORS
ONE DYE PROCESS DIFFERENT COLORS
JUMP INTO A WORLD OF COLORFUL RESULTS
NILIT® offers a range of sophisticated polymers formulated to produce fibers that yield distinctly
colorful effects in one regular dye process.
IDEAL APPLICATIONS
Fashion wear Knitted products Activewear Intimate apparel Socks and hosiery
• NILIT® Pastelle rejects regular acidic colorants and accepts special cationic colorants to produce light delicate tones
• NILIT® Colorwise behaves exactly the opposite to produce deep rich color
• The results: simply stunning color from a single dye bath
IT TAKES TWO TO TANGO
THE PERFECT MELANGE PAIR
NILIT® DUOMIX ENHANCES THE MÉLANGE EFFECT AND IS THE LATEST ADDITION
TO NILIT'S WORLD OF COLOR FAMILY.
NILIT® DUOMIX was created by combining NILIT nylon 6.6 fibers with Easy Dyed
cationic polyester fibers. Fabrics knitted or woven with these yarns are distinctive
and designful.
NILIT® DUOMIX accents mélange with a unique pattern mix that attracts the
eye as the fabric conveys an illusion of movement. The fiber enables designers
to create fabrics that flow in a perfect rhythm of form and fashion.
BENEFITS
• Cotton-like hand feel
• Comfortable and fashionable
• Excellent color fastness
• Perfect choice for stripes, jacquards and trendy patterns
• Unique heather appearance in two distinct color shades and tones
• Mélange effects in dot or stripy appearance
IDEAL APPLICATIONS
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• 44/41/2 NILIT DUOMIX (88 dtex)
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• 64/53/2 NILIT DUOMIX (128 dtex)
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• 80/70/2 NILIT DUOMIX (160 dtex)
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EFFECT
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EFFECT
& NILIT SUPER MICROFIBER
SOFTNESS BY DESIGN
NILIT® Softex and NILIT® Super Microfiber Nylon 6.6
yarns give fabrics an extra soft feel and a natural
second-skin effect. These fibers are available in
a variety of lusters and in multi-filament flat
and textured yarn counts. NILIT® Softex and
NILIT® Super Microfiber yarns bring long lasting
performance to a wide range of products.
NILIT® Softex
• Contains the finest nylon 6.6 filaments ever produced – 0.58 DPF
• Naturally breathable – for effective moisture management
• Provides UVB and UVA protection
• Rich coloration—for beautiful, comfortable, easy care fabrics
IDEAL APPLICATIONS
Opaque hosiery Intimate apparel Activewear
THIS SPECIALLY ENGINEERED FIBER, WITH A MODIFIED NYLON 6.6 POLYMER, OFFERS INDUCED
SHRINKAGE PROPERTIES FOR EMBRACING SPANDEX BETTER THAN EVER BEFORE.
NILIT® EVERSHEER 23
STANDARD NYLON 6.6 (TWO STAGE) 9
STANDARD FLAT NYLON 6.6 (ONE STAGE) 6
COST-EFFECTIVE PRODUCTION
NILIT® EverSheer enables a reduction in T.P.M. during the covering process, lowering production costs by 12-15%.
As shown in the microscopic photos, NILIT® EverSheer covers the spandex more tightly. There are no loose filaments and loops
have a more uniform appearance. When knitted in fabrics, it gives the richness of a double-covered yarn.
ECO FIBERS
CARING FOR
THE ENVIRONMENT
CARING FOR
THE ENVIRONMENT
Safeguarding our resources before it's too late simply makes sense - for us all. To meet the global
awareness for eco-friendly processes, NILIT® offers NILIT® Ecocare recycled nylon 6.6 with deep, uniform
color. The first patented nylon 6.6 recycled product, NILIT® Ecocare yarns are a breakthrough in yarn
engineering and production.
IDEAL APPLICATIONS
Intimate Apparel Legwear Activewear Ready-To-Wear
IDEAL APPLICATIONS
Activewear Outerwear Career Wear Denim Socks
Precise engineering makes CORDURA® fabrics the fabric of choice for lightweight activewear to rugged skiwear.
CORDURA® fabric is a high-performance, super-durable material found in a wide variety of premium products.
The combination of durability, high-performance aesthetics and comfort is what drives respected apparel
brands and retailers to specify CORDURA® fabric - both in products made entirely of CORDURA® fabric, and
products that just use it around high-stress and abrasion areas.
With fabrics that can weigh as little as 100gr/m2, the CORDURA® brand brings all of the benefits of lightweight
fabrics, but with exceptional durability.
CORDURA® fabric is a registered trademark of INVISTA and is used under license by NILIT®, for nylon fiber products.
THE TOUCH
OF SOFTNESS
SUPPLEX® fabrics are all about a
cottony soft touch. With the advantages
of high-tech fibers and the natural
beauty of cotton, SUPPLEX® fabrics
deliver functional benefits beyond what
conventional cotton fibers can offer.
SUPPLEX® fabric
• Delivers exceptionally smooth and natural hand feel, and dries faster than cotton
• Garments can be worn repeatedly without compromising their fresh, stylish appearance
• Softness remains even after repeated washings
IDEAL APPLICATIONS
Intimate apparel Legwear Swimwear Activewear / Fitness Outdoor / Trekking Apparel
SUPPLEX® fabric is a registered trademark of INVISTA and is used under license by NILIT®, for nylon fiber products.
EASY VERSATILITY
The TACTEL® fiber portfolio of next-generation yarns
provides a truly versatile collection to meet the needs
of customers that want fashion, function and fit.
Up to 20% lighter than in most other fabrics, and
at least twice as soft, TACTEL® fibers deliver all of
the strong, easy-care benefits associated with high-
tech fibers, along with superior drape and irresistible
touch, in a variety of textures and aesthetics.
• TACTEL® DIABOLO FIBER – An intense, unique sheen and luster, with deep, rich colors, and a silky handle
• TACTEL® SOFT BLACK FIBER – Soft spun-dyed yarn with exceptional color fastness for a very deep black with
a light touch
• TACTEL® STRATA FIBER - A two tone color effect in one yarn, reproducible across all shades – even
blacks and highly vibrant colors
• TACTEL® MULTISOFT FIBER – A highly diverse multi-filament yarn range, with a round or trilobal cross-
section, that can produce soft and versatile surface effects from shiny bright to fully dull
• TACTEL® MICRO TOUCH FIBER – Ultra-fine filaments for a soft, luxurious hand (flat or textured), with
luster ranging from extra-bright to full-dull
IDEAL APPLICATIONS
Intimate Apparel Activewear Sportswear Leisure Wear
TACTEL® fiber is a registered trademark of INVISTA and is used under license by NILIT®, for nylon fiber products.
TO LEARN MORE ABOUT WHAT NILIT® FIBERS CAN DO FOR YOU, CONTACT YOUR LOCAL NILIT REPRESENTATIVE.
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Disclaimer:
The contents and information supplied in this brochure is for informational purposes only and does not constitute any representation of medical effectiveness.
Nothing in this brochure is intended to advocate the use of any NILIT® products as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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