Embossed Scuba (Puff)
| Weight | 200–400 g/m² (5.9–11.8 oz/yd²) In family: 80–400 g/m² · 6 fabrics |
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| Composition | The same base as scuba: polyester with typically 5–10% elastane. The difference is not in the composition but in the FINISH; there is no foam core here either. |
| Knit type | Embossed (puff) scuba · Interlock |
| Use class | Outer / structured |
| Stretch | 4-way stretch |
| Knit | The scuba base finished by embossing: heat and pressure give the face a regular blistered, three-dimensional pattern. The knit is unchanged; the surface is what changes. |
| Hand | Full and voluminous; the blisters are felt under the finger. A matte face that plays with shadow — at the same weight it reads richer than flat scuba. |
| Typical use | Structured jackets and dresses · outer face of bags and accessories · decorative panels |
| Strength | It adds volume to the surface without adding weight — a richer texture at the same grammage. |
| Watch for | The embossing can flatten under high heat and pressure, so ironing and pressing must stay low. The thickness difference at the blister peaks calls for care in cutting and sewing. |
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 | Fersan standard: 160 cm open width (owner-declared, 2026-09-03). Structural reference: 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 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 · Scuba Fabric: How It Differs from Ponte and Neoprene, and the Weight Map · Single Jersey vs Interlock: Choosing a Polyester Knit · GSM Weight Guide: Choosing the Right Fabric Weight
Related calculators: Knit weight calculator: loop length to estimated GSM · Yarn consumption per fabric calculator · Teamwear Fabric Selector — construction and weight by kit part
Programmes we use this fabric in: Home Textile Fabrics
Other fabrics in the same family: Polyester Interlock 80–260 · Polyester Stretch Interlock with Elastane 120–300 · Ponte di Roma (Punto di Roma) Double Knit 270–360 · Polyester Scuba 200–400 · Suede-Face Scuba 200–400
Frequently asked questions
What weight range is Embossed Scuba (Puff) produced in?
200–400 g/m² (5.9–11.8 oz/yd²). In family: 80–400 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 Embossed Scuba (Puff) made of and how is it knitted?
The same base as scuba: polyester with typically 5–10% elastane. The difference is not in the composition but in the FINISH; there is no foam core here either. The scuba base finished by embossing: heat and pressure give the face a regular blistered, three-dimensional pattern. The knit is unchanged; the surface is what changes.
What is Embossed Scuba (Puff) used for?
Structured jackets and dresses · outer face of bags and accessories · decorative panels. It adds volume to the surface without adding weight — a richer texture at the same grammage. The embossing can flatten under high heat and pressure, so ironing and pressing must stay low. The thickness difference at the blister peaks calls for care in cutting and sewing.
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 terms are set per project and metreage; it 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.