Ponte di Roma (Punto di Roma) Double Knit
| Weight | 270–360 g/m² (8.0–10.6 oz/yd²) In family: 80–360 g/m² · 3 fabrics |
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| Composition | Polyester-led; most qualities carry ~3–8% elastane. Market ponte is often rayon/poly-elastane; this file takes a polyester+elastane base. |
| Knit type | Ponte di Roma double knit · Interlock |
| Use class | Outer / structured |
| Stretch | 2-way stretch |
| Knit | A single, thick, stable double-face fabric knit on a double bed with a knit + tuck/miss repeat (Ponte / Punto di Roma); carries a subtle horizontal rib — not two layers bonded together. |
| Hand | Full, bodied and firm; both faces smooth and identical; thicker than standard interlock, holds its shape better. |
| Typical use | Structured dresses/skirts/jackets · bodied trousers · winter tops |
| Strength | A thick, stable, shape-holding double-face body — a strong base for structured, opaque pieces. |
| Watch for | Heavy, warm and low-drape due to weight; not for light summer pieces. (Technically a sibling double-knit, not true interlock.) |
Width, gauge, finishing options and test standards are shared on request.
Typical technical ranges
| Weight tolerance | ±5% (typical); may run ±5–7% on heavier/technical qualities |
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| Width | Open width ~150–185 cm; tubular ~80–100 cm (varies with cylinder diameter and weight) |
| Shrinkage (wash) | Width/length ~−3% to −6% (typical, target ≤ ~5%); first-wash length may run slightly higher |
| Color fastness | Wash 4–5; rubbing (dry) 4–5, (wet) 3–4 (lower wet on deep/bright shades); light 4–6 (deeper shades higher) |
| Abrasion / pilling | Martindale ~20,000–40,000+ rubs (plain interlock, dense double-face structure); pilling ~3–5 (typically 4–5 on flat filament; textured/staple content or softener can drop a grade) |
| Gauge / yarn | Machine gauge ~E18–E28 (E20–E24 typical for mid–heavy 170–250 g/m²; fine sport interlock up to E28); yarn ~75–150 den DTY (50–75 D on fine qualities, 167–300 D on heavy) |
These ranges are industry-TYPICAL / indicative values based on construction and fiber, not Fersan’s binding QC measurements. Exact values are confirmed per order, approved sample and lot-based QC report.
Trade & dispatch
| HS heading | 6004.10 — Knitted fabric, width > 30 cm, ≥ 5% elastomeric yarnVaries by lot — lots with less than 5% elastane are declared under 6006.32. |
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| Origin | Türkiye — Çorlu, Tekirdağ |
| Packaging | Rolls wound on a cardboard core in a PE bag; roll size planned around container fill |
| Shipping documents | Commercial invoice · packing list · A.TR movement certificate · transport document |
| Delivery terms | EXW · FOB · DAP — shipping plan confirmed with your quotation |
The HS heading is indicative; final classification is made by the customs broker based on the sample’s composition, width and finish.
Related reading: Polyester Knit Basics: The Backbone of Performance · Single Jersey vs Interlock: Choosing a Polyester Knit · GSM Weight Guide: Choosing the Right Fabric Weight · Knit Quality Testing: What to Measure in Polyester
Related calculators: Knit weight calculator: loop length to estimated GSM · Yarn consumption per fabric calculator · Sample weight calculator: from a weighed swatch to g/m² (ISO 3801)
Programmes we use this fabric in: Polyester Interlock (Double Knit) Fabric Manufacturer — Türkiye · Gym Wear Fabric Manufacturer — Türkiye · Medical Uniform Fabrics · Leggings & Yoga Fabrics · Compression & Shapewear Fabrics
Other fabrics in the same family: Polyester Interlock 80–260 · Polyester Stretch Interlock with Elastane 120–300
Frequently asked questions
What weight range is Ponte di Roma (Punto di Roma) Double Knit produced in?
270–360 g/m² (8.0–10.6 oz/yd²). In family: 80–360 g/m². Weight, composition and color options are defined per request; contact us for samples. The weight ranges are Fersan’s production window; exact figures are confirmed by order and approved sample.
What is Ponte di Roma (Punto di Roma) Double Knit made of and how is it knitted?
Polyester-led; most qualities carry ~3–8% elastane. Market ponte is often rayon/poly-elastane; this file takes a polyester+elastane base. A single, thick, stable double-face fabric knit on a double bed with a knit + tuck/miss repeat (Ponte / Punto di Roma); carries a subtle horizontal rib — not two layers bonded together.
What is Ponte di Roma (Punto di Roma) Double Knit used for?
Structured dresses/skirts/jackets · bodied trousers · winter tops. A thick, stable, shape-holding double-face body — a strong base for structured, opaque pieces. Heavy, warm and low-drape due to weight; not for light summer pieces. (Technically a sibling double-knit, not true interlock.)
What are the minimum order, lead time and delivery terms?
Minimum order (MOQ): 500–1,000 kg per colour — varies by fabric · Lead time: Typically 3–4 weeks from order confirmation to dispatch · Sampling: Sampling begins after a short technical consultation · Response time: Quotation requests answered within 2 business days · Delivery terms: EXW · FOB · DAP — shipping plan confirmed with your quotation.