The difference between monofilament, multifilament, single yarn and multi-strand yarn:
1. Different concepts:
Monofilament: A single filament with a smaller count produced by a single-hole spinneret in the production of chemical fibers. Its fineness is thicker than the single filament in the multifilament. The melted synthetic resin is formed by condensing a small stream of raw solution pressed out from the capillary holes of the spinneret. 200~300 special (2~3 British branch) thicker synthetic fiber monofilament can be used as fishing net line and rope making. Slightly thin monofilaments can be used as artificial bristles. Thinner monofilaments are generally 1 to 1.3 tex (450 to 600 British counts), and sometimes can be as thin as about 0.6 tex (1000 British counts), and can be processed into elastic yarns, used to make elastic socks, stockings and other textiles and other knitting Goods. Textiles made from monofilament are thin, transparent and feel good.
Multifilament: A type of chemical fiber filament.
Single yarn: Simply put, textile single yarn is woven with one thread, and double yarn is two yarns woven together.
Multi-strand yarn: Strand is a yarn made by twisting two or more single yarns. Its strength and wear resistance are better than single yarn.
2. The degree of complexity in production:
Monofilament: Its fineness is thicker than single filament in multifilament. The melted synthetic resin is formed by condensing a small stream of raw solution pressed out from the capillary holes of the spinneret. Or use a multi-hole spinneret (such as up to 50 holes) for spinning, and then twist and twist into single-filament bobbins.
Multifilament: It is a twisted or untwisted tow formed by combining the filaments spun from a porous spinneret. Multifilaments composed of multiple monofilaments are softer than monofilaments of the same fineness.
Single yarn: just a simple thread.
Multi-strand yarn: The strands are plied and twisted in a certain way to obtain double-twisted strands, such as double strands, triple strands and multiple strands. Mainly used for sewing thread, braided thread or medium-thick strong fabric.
3. Summary:
In general: monofilament is 1 filament, multifilament is 2 or more, single yarn is 1 strand, multi-strand yarn is 2 strands and above.