Textile silicone has a wide range of applications in the textile industry, mainly in the following aspects:
1. Sizing and finishing of textiles
Sizing yarn: silicone can be used as a sizing agent for textiles and is used for sizing of yarns. Sizing can enhance the tensile strength of yarns, improve the wear resistance and breaking strength of yarns, and thus improve the quality and performance of textiles.
Fabric finishing: silicone can also be used for fabric finishing, such as coating, calendering and other treatments. These treatments can give fabrics softness, smoothness, waterproofness, anti-fouling and other characteristics, and improve the use value and added value of fabrics.
2. Textile printing and decoration
Screen printing: Textile silicone ink can be used for screen printing of textiles, such as T-shirts, backpacks, gloves, etc. Silicone ink has good adhesion and durability, and the printed patterns are not easy to fall off and fade, so it is very suitable for making textiles that need to maintain pattern clarity and color brightness for a long time.
Anti-slip and protection: Applying silicone on textiles can also play an anti-slip and protective role. For example, applying silicone on the soles or insoles of sports shoes can increase the anti-slip performance of the soles and improve safety during exercise. At the same time, silicone can also be used as a protective layer for textiles to prevent them from being worn and damaged.
3. Functional modification of textiles
Moisture absorption and breathability: By adding silicone or other functional additives, textiles can be given moisture absorption and breathability. Such textiles can absorb and release moisture in a humid environment to keep the body dry and comfortable.
Antibacterial and deodorizing: silicone can also be used in combination with other antibacterial agents to give textiles antibacterial and deodorizing properties. Such textiles can inhibit the growth and reproduction of bacteria, reduce the generation of odors, and keep textiles clean and hygienic.