Polyester Scuba
| Weight | 200–400 g/m² (5.9–11.8 oz/yd²) In family: 80–400 g/m² · 6 fabrics |
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| Composition | Polyester base + elastane; typically 5–10% elastane (roughly 90–95% polyester). THERE IS NO FOAM CORE: this is a single-piece knitted scuba. The bonded fabric-foam-fabric “neoprene-look” version is a lamination product and is not part of this programme. |
| Knit type | Scuba double knit · Interlock |
| Use class | Outer / structured |
| Stretch | 4-way stretch |
| Knit | A smooth double-face fabric knit on a double bed in a dense loop arrangement, with elastane fed into the structure. Ponte’s faint horizontal rib is absent here; the body comes from the knit itself, not from a bonded layer. |
| Hand | Full yet springy; a smooth, matte, non-slippery face. It pushes back slightly under pressure and snaps back after stretch. The pebbled-face cloth sold as “scuba crepe” is a SEPARATE quality and usually lighter; this item is the smooth-faced one. |
| Typical use | Structured dresses/skirts/blazers · bodysuits and shapewear panels · sport-fusion tops |
| Strength | A smooth, four-way-stretch body that takes shape from the pattern and holds it — the base for precise, seam-driven design. |
| Watch for | The high elastane share is heat-sensitive — keep iron and press temperatures low. Drape is limited at heavy weights and it is not for light summer pieces. Often confused with ponte: ponte is more stable and two-way, scuba springier and four-way. |
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: Polyester Interlock (Double Knit) Fabric Manufacturer — Türkiye · 4-Way Stretch Fabric Manufacturer — Türkiye · Scuba Fabric Manufacturer — Polyester Knit, Türkiye · Ponte di Roma (Double Knit) Fabric Manufacturer — Türkiye · Leggings & Yoga Fabrics · Compression & Shapewear 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 · Embossed Scuba (Puff) 200–400 · Suede-Face Scuba 200–400
Frequently asked questions
What weight range is Polyester Scuba 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 Polyester Scuba made of and how is it knitted?
Polyester base + elastane; typically 5–10% elastane (roughly 90–95% polyester). THERE IS NO FOAM CORE: this is a single-piece knitted scuba. The bonded fabric-foam-fabric “neoprene-look” version is a lamination product and is not part of this programme. A smooth double-face fabric knit on a double bed in a dense loop arrangement, with elastane fed into the structure. Ponte’s faint horizontal rib is absent here; the body comes from the knit itself, not from a bonded layer.
What is Polyester Scuba used for?
Structured dresses/skirts/blazers · bodysuits and shapewear panels · sport-fusion tops. A smooth, four-way-stretch body that takes shape from the pattern and holds it — the base for precise, seam-driven design. The high elastane share is heat-sensitive — keep iron and press temperatures low. Drape is limited at heavy weights and it is not for light summer pieces. Often confused with ponte: ponte is more stable and two-way, scuba springier and four-way.
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.