The difference between acrylic yarn and linen

Acrylic yarn and linen are two different textile materials, which have different raw materials, properties, and uses. This article will compare acrylic yarn and linen materials in terms of fiber raw materials, physical properties, chemical properties, comfort, maintenance, and environmental friendliness, in order to better understand their differences.

Firstly, from the perspective of fiber raw materials, acrylic yarn is a textile made from polyacrylonitrile fibers. Polyacrylonitrile fiber is a kind of Synthetic fiber, which is polymerized from Polyacrylonitrile monomer. And hemp material is a textile made from natural plant fiber flax or ramie fiber. Hemp fiber is a type of plant fiber that originates from the stems of flax or ramie plants.

Secondly, in terms of physical properties, acrylic yarn material has excellent strength and wear resistance, and the fiber has high tensile and fracture strength, good wear resistance, and can withstand large tensile and frictional forces. And hemp material has good breathability and moisture absorption. The hollow structure in the fibers makes hemp material have good breathability and moisture absorption, which can quickly absorb sweat on the body surface and dissipate it, keeping the body dry and comfortable.

Thirdly, from the chemical properties, acrylic yarn is a kind of Synthetic fiber, which has good acid and alkali resistance and heat resistance, and can withstand higher temperature and acid and alkali environment, but it is easy to turn yellow under long-term sunlight. Hemp is a natural fiber with a core component of cellulose, which has good flame retardancy and acid and alkali resistance. However, it is susceptible to mold erosion and decay in humid environments.

In addition, from the perspective of comfort, acrylic yarn material is harder and more shiny compared to hemp material, and has poor comfort and skin adhesion when worn. It is not easy to dissipate heat and is prone to generating static electricity. And hemp has good breathability and moisture absorption, which can keep the skin dry. Its softness and silkiness make hemp the preferred clothing material in hot weather.

In addition, from the perspective of maintenance, acrylic yarn material is easy to clean, quickly dry, and is not prone to wrinkling, and does not require special care. But it has good friction resistance and is prone to generating static electricity. Although hemp has good moisture absorption, it is prone to wrinkling and requires careful maintenance and ironing.

In terms of environmental protection, the production of acrylic yarn will cause great environmental pollution, and a large amount of waste water and waste gas will be produced during the manufacturing of Synthetic fiber, which will pollute the environment. And hemp is a natural fiber, and the growth process of flax and ramie has less environmental pollution, and the production process does not produce harmful substances, which meets environmental requirements.

In summary, there are significant differences between acrylic yarn and linen in terms of fiber raw materials, physical properties, chemical properties, comfort, maintenance, and environmental protection. According to different application scenarios and needs, suitable textile materials can be selected to meet people's usage needs.