Yarn Twist | Relationship Between Yarn Count and Twist | Principles of Twist Measuring Methods

Yarn Twist:

In the manufacture of staple fibre yarns, twist is inserted into the fine strand of fibres to hold the fibres together and impart the desired properties to the twisted yarns. Without twist, the fine strand of fibres would be very weak and of little practical use. A change in the level of twist also changes many yarn properties, such as strength and softness.Definition:Twist may be