NANOFRONT™
Features
World’s first ultra-fine polyester nanofiber.
NANOFRONT™ is the world’s first ultra-fine polyester nanofiber. The diameter is 700 nanometers and the cross-section area is merely 1/7500 of a single human hair.
The surface density of fabric made with NANOFRONT™ is about 10 times greater than other fabrics. And since the undulations are at nano-level, the fiber surface produces a large frictional force for strong gripping power. The perfect fit makes the fiber suitable for gloves, innerwear, supporters, etc.
Biomimetics technology
The surface structure of the NANOFRONT™ mimics the structures of Japanese gecko and leaf beetle’s legs.
On the top of that, the frictional resistance increases when it gets wet from sweat or rain.
TEIJIN’S NANO FIBER-Nanofront
Teijin invented stable quality of world’s first 700 nanometer ultra-fine polyester nanofiber by using its unique ‘New Sea/Island Separatable Fiber Technology’. It was commercialized in 2008.
(fiber diameter:700nm)
Diameter is 700 nanometers
Section area is 1/7500 the area of a hair
(fiber diameter:2μm)
(diameter:60μm)
Diameter is 700 nanometers
Section area is 1/7500 the area of a hair
PRODUCTION METHOD OF Nanofront
| Manufacturing process |
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 |
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|---|---|---|---|
| Shape | Filament | Non-woven | Staple fiber |
| Evenness of diameter | ○ | △ | ☓ |
| Strength | 5cN/dtex | <1cN/dtex | Impossible to measure |
| Applicable to knit/woven fabrics | ○ | ☓ | ☓ |
POSSIBILITY OF -Nanofront
Basically all melt-type polymers can be processed into Nano fiber. On top of PET, Ny, PP are available now.
- The surface area of -Nanofront woven in filaments structure could be tens of times greater than conventional fibers.
- This enhances water absorption, slip resistance,and opaqueness.
- The texture feels soft to the skin, and irritation is reduced dramatically.
- Suitable for a variety of applications, including functional sportswear, innerwear, skin care products, antibacterial filters, precision grinding cloth, etc.
Filter Products
Nanofront application was expanded into filtration fields.
01Bag filter :
PET Nanofront, (in near future PPS as well)
02Liquid cartlidge filter :
PET, Ny, PP Nanofront
Use & Function
Shoe Lace
It’s really bothering to get shoelaces tied many times during work-out.
Here is your solution. NANOFRONT™ slip-resistance shoelace prevents the shoelace from getting loose.
Socks
The structure of NANOFRONT™ fabric is similar to the bottom of Gecko feet which have the amazing power to grab the objects.
NANOFRONT™ fabrics which maintain constant grip are used in sports socks to maximize your performance
All Weather Glove
The surface area of NANOFRONT™ is 10 times greater than that of conventional textiles the high friction propetties that characterize NANOFRONT™ generate outstanding gripping force.
And surprisingly, the frictional resistance increases when it gets wet from sweat or rain.
Lingerie / Sports Inner
The undulations on the fabric surface are at the NANO-level, the fabric produces a large frictional force for super slip-resistance.
Gentle touch and outstanding fit on the skin that doesn’t restrict active motion