TFO

TFO yarn, also known as twisted yarn, is a type of filament yarn used in the textile industry and produced by applying twist to a base yarn. During the TFO production process, the yarn is twisted in either the S or Z direction. According to the verified Zigma product information, no new yarn or stretch component is added during this stage; the primary purpose is to create twist and increase yarn cohesion.

Applying twist increases filament integrity and can affect properties such as cohesion, strength, and hand feel. Production specifications also indicate that twist can be applied to continuous filament yarns such as FDY, ITY, and DTY.

For industrial customers, purchasing TFO yarn is not determined by yarn count alone. Yarn count and filament number, twist level or TPM, S or Z twist direction, base yarn type, grade, number of cones, and order weight are important parameters when selecting this product. Therefore, when requesting a TFO yarn quotation, the technical specifications required for the production line should be stated precisely.

Introduction and Applications of TFO Yarn

TFO yarn is produced during the twisting stage. In this process, the base yarn undergoes twisting to increase filament cohesion. According to Zigma’s verified information, FDY and ITY are listed as raw materials for this section, and twisting can be performed in both S and Z directions. It is also specified that no additional yarn or stretch component is added during this process.

The technical production specifications provide a broader range and also indicate the possibility of twisting FDY, ITY, and DTY. Therefore, on the sales page, the base yarn type for each SKU should be clearly stated in its technical table rather than applying one fixed definition to all yarn counts.

One of the main parameters of twisted yarn is the twist direction. TFO can be produced with S or Z twist, and the appropriate direction should be selected according to the requirements of the next production process and the final product specifications. In Zigma’s product information, “S and Z twist” is also confirmed as an appropriate term for use on the website.

According to Zigma’s sales information, the primary application of TFO is in the warping stage. The product selection guide also recommends TFO for customers who require twisted yarn.

Technical Specifications and Available Counts of TFO Yarn

When selecting polyester TFO yarn, yarn count alone is not sufficient. Several specifications should be considered together, including yarn count, filament number, twist level in TPM, S or Z twist direction, strength, elongation, shrinkage, and luster type.

For example, one technical product specification lists 82/36 yarn with approximately 800 TPM and Z twist. This product has a strength of more than 3.5 g/den, elongation in the range of 30 to 45 percent, a circular cross-section, and a maximum bobbin weight of 2.2 kg.

Other samples have different specifications. For example, 190/96 yarn with approximately 1700 TPM is documented in both S and Z twist directions.

Other examples, such as 105/48 with 550 TPM and 165/48 with 350 TPM, are also recorded in the technical specifications. This variety shows that twist level must be specified alongside yarn count when placing an order, and the general term “TFO yarn” is not sufficient for a precise industrial quotation.

In terms of production capability, the technical specifications indicate the ability to produce TFO yarn within a range of 50 to 300 denier and with twists exceeding 2000 TPM. This represents technical production capability and does not mean that every combination of count and twist is available at all times. Therefore, the required yarn count, TPM, and twist direction should be checked when inquiring about stock.

Regarding luster, technical samples include matte and super-bright options, while the current sales product approval form identifies active sales yarns as matte. Therefore, the luster type should be confirmed according to the available SKU at the time of ordering.

Quality Grade and TFO Yarn Selection Conditions

In addition to yarn count and twist level, TFO yarn grade is an important factor in bulk purchasing. According to Zigma’s product approval form, several main weight ranges are recorded for TFO.

Grade A has an approximate weight of 1.8 kg per cone with a tolerance of about 50 g and is described as having no quantitative or qualitative defects. Grade A- is in the range of approximately 1 to 1.6 kg, while Grade AW is approximately 700 g to 1 kg per cone.

For industrial customers, the color condition is also important. According to Zigma’s technical information, “grade and color condition, number of cones, and weight” are three important factors that customers should verify before purchasing.

Color condition becomes particularly important when the customer expects uniform color after weaving and dyeing and wants to avoid shade variation or two-tone effects in the final product.

The twist direction should also be selected according to the production requirements. Therefore, an order stated simply as “TFO with a specific yarn count” may not provide the sales and production teams with sufficient information unless S or Z direction and TPM are also specified.

TFO Yarn Packaging and Ordering Conditions

According to Zigma’s operational and sales information, TFO yarn is packaged in cartons, with each carton weighing approximately 18 to 20 kg. Grade A generally contains around 8 to 10 cones per carton, while Grade A- generally contains around 8 to 12 cones. Cones with similar weight ranges are packaged together in one carton.

Minimum order quantities are listed in the product forms as negotiable with the customer.

In contrast, some technical product specifications record a maximum bobbin weight of 2.2 kg and pallet packaging in the range of 450 to 500 kg.

Therefore, for website publication, these two levels of information should be separated: current sales packaging should be presented according to the commercial form, while SKU-specific packaging specifications should be included in the technical table for each product. If the packaging method changes, the final information should be confirmed by the sales department before publication.

The number of TFO cones is also an important ordering parameter. According to the technical information, the number of twisted-yarn cones should be coordinated with the customer’s warping machine positions.

Guide to Selecting the Right TFO Yarn

To select the right TFO twisted yarn, first determine the required base yarn, yarn count, and twist level. Then determine the filament number, twist direction, and grade according to the production process.

For an accurate B2B inquiry, instead of simply stating “TFO yarn,” the customer should provide specifications such as count/filament + TPM + S or Z twist direction + grade.

For example, two yarns with the same count but different twist levels may be intended for different production conditions. The same applies to S and Z twist directions. Therefore, in TFO yarn, the twist level and direction are part of the product’s technical identity and should not be selected based solely on yarn count.

Before ordering, the key required information includes yarn count and filament number, base yarn type, TPM, twist direction, grade, color condition, number of cones, and order weight. This structure is also consistent with the final recommendation from the technical specialist, who identifies count, filament, and application as some of the most important information required from a new customer.

TFO Yarn Price and Availability Inquiry

The price of TFO yarn may vary according to yarn count, filament number, base yarn, twist level, twist direction, grade, number of cones, order weight, and product availability. Therefore, for B2B transactions, it is preferable to request pricing based on the customer’s exact technical requirements.

For a more accurate quotation when purchasing TFO yarn or polyester twisted yarn, the following information should be included in the inquiry:

• Yarn count and filament number
• Twist level or TPM
• S or Z twist direction
• Base yarn type, if specified
• Required grade and color condition
• Number of cones or order weight
• Application and specifications of the next production stage

Providing this information allows faster evaluation of TFO yarn availability, available counts, technical specifications, packaging conditions, and bulk pricing.

For TFO yarn pricing, stock availability, and technical specifications for the required count and twist, submit your inquiry through the Zigma inquiry form.