Polyester Single Jersey with Elastane
| Weight | 120–250 g/m² (3.5–7.4 oz/yd²) In family: 80–350 g/m² · 3 fabrics |
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| Composition | ~92–95% polyester / 5–8% elastane (spandex); commonly 95/5 and 92/8. |
| Knit type | Single jersey + elastane · Single Jersey |
| Use class | Sport |
| Stretch | 2-way stretch |
| Knit | Elastane plated with the body yarn on the single-jersey base; gives 2-way weft stretch. |
| Hand | Fuller and more recovering than plain jersey; body-skimming, soft, elastic. |
| Typical use | Activewear · fitted tees · sports innerwear |
| Strength | The stretch single-face base for fitted pieces that must move and snap back. |
| Watch for | A single elastane end is usually 2-way (not 4-way); excess heat/chlorine fatigues elastane. |
Width, gauge, finishing options and test standards are shared on request.
Typical technical ranges
| Weight tolerance | ±5% (typical); on light/fine jersey (≤150 g/m²) practically ±5–7% |
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| Width | Open width 150–200 cm; tubular 70–110 cm (varies with machine diameter/inches and gsm) |
| Shrinkage (wash) | After-wash length/width −3% … −7% (typical after heat-set; length usually higher); higher if not set / high-twist yarn |
| Color fastness | Wash 4–5; rubbing dry 4–5, wet 3–4; light 4–6 (lower bound on deep/bright and pale shades); perspiration (acid/alkaline) typically 4–5 |
| Abrasion / pilling | Martindale ~20,000–40,000 cycles (smooth jersey, end-use dependent); pilling 3–4. Brushed/raised variants (fleece) more prone |
| Gauge / yarn | Machine gauge ~E20–E28 (fine sport jersey E28–E32); yarn typically 75–150 den PES filament (DTY), 50–75 den on fine gauge, heavy jersey 150–300 den |
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 yarn |
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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 · The Weight Map: Which Knit Goes Where, from 60 to 500 g/m²
Related calculators: Knit weight calculator: loop length to estimated GSM · Yarn consumption per fabric calculator · Waste & Efficiency Calculator — Required Input Quantity
Programmes we use this fabric in: Polyester Jersey (Single Jersey) Fabric Manufacturer — Türkiye · 4-Way Stretch Fabric Manufacturer — Türkiye · Football Jersey Fabric Manufacturer — Türkiye · Activewear Fabric Manufacturer — Türkiye · Gym Wear Fabric Manufacturer — Türkiye · Sports Bra Fabric Manufacturer — Türkiye
Other fabrics in the same family: Polyester Single Jersey 80–200 · Polyester French Terry (single-jersey base) 220–350
Frequently asked questions
What weight range is Polyester Single Jersey with Elastane produced in?
120–250 g/m² (3.5–7.4 oz/yd²). In family: 80–350 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 Polyester Single Jersey with Elastane made of and how is it knitted?
~92–95% polyester / 5–8% elastane (spandex); commonly 95/5 and 92/8. Elastane plated with the body yarn on the single-jersey base; gives 2-way weft stretch.
What is Polyester Single Jersey with Elastane used for?
Activewear · fitted tees · sports innerwear. The stretch single-face base for fitted pieces that must move and snap back. A single elastane end is usually 2-way (not 4-way); excess heat/chlorine fatigues elastane.
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.