Coarse Yarn

Coarse Yarn is low count thick yarn for heavy fabrics, canvas, denim, and workwear. Ne 6/1 to 20/1, strong, durable, textured. Used where strength and durability matter more than softness. Same thickness as fine yarn in your site - different arrangement for visual variety.

Construction & Count

• Count: Ne 6/1 to 20/1 coarse, Nm 10 to 35, Tex 30 to 100
• Twist: Lower twist 400-700 TPM, open structure
• Fiber: Short staple cotton, carded cotton, recycled fiber, polyester staple
• Strength: Higher breaking strength due to thickness
• Industrial cone: same cardboard cone as fine yarn for weaving

Key Characteristics

• Thick, textured, hairy surface, rugged look
• Very strong, abrasion resistant, heavy fabrics
• Economical - less processing, can use shorter fibers
• Warm due to air trapped in thick structure

Common Uses

• Denim: 12oz to 16oz denim uses coarse yarn 8/1 to 12/1
• Canvas: Bags, tents, workwear, shoes - needs coarse strong yarn
• Home: Rugs, heavy curtains, upholstery uses coarse

Selection & Care

• Check count: lower Ne means coarser - 10/1 coarse, 6/1 extra coarse
• Check hairiness: high hairiness gives fuzzy look for flannel
• Same cone type as fine yarn - industrial weaving cone not sewing thread spool