Combed Cotton Yarns
100% combed cotton yarns are a key part of our portfolio and one of our main product groups.
They are widely used in sock production because the combing process helps create a smoother, more even yarn with fewer short fibres.
Our core program is based on Nm 34/1 (Ne 20) combed cotton yarn, widely used on circular knitting machines for sock production.
Nm 34/1 (Ne20) Combed Cotton Yarn
Nm 34/1 is commonly used for:
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Everyday cotton socks
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Sports socks
Terry socks
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Fashion socks
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Children's socks
This count offers a balanced combination of softness, durability and stable knitting performance on high-speed circular knitting machines.
Our Nm 34/1 program includes over 80 colours available from stock, allowing fast and reliable supply for sock manufacturers.
Available Range
- Dyed basic colours
- Seasonal & fashion colours
- Raw White (RW)
- 100% cotton melange colours
Stock is continuously adjusted according to demand.
For selected items available from warehouse, please view current stock availability here.
100% Cotton Melange Yarns
Our 100% cotton melange yarns are characterised by:
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Clean fibre selection
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Even colour blending
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Consistent spinning quality
They typically show lower hairiness during knitting, supporting cleaner processing.
They are commonly used in fashion-oriented collections where colour texture plays a visible design role.
Additional Counts and Specifications
In addition to Nm 34/1 (Ne 20), we supply:
Nm 40/1 (Ne 24)
Nm 50/1 (Ne 30)
Nm 60/1 (Ne 36) – upon request
These counts are used on small and large diameter circular knitting machines for:
Fine gauge sock manufacturing
Knitwear production
Circular knitted fabric production
Availability depends on stock or production scheduling.
Twisted and Special Yarn Structures
The following yarn types can be arranged upon individual order:
Nm 40/2 (Ne 24/2)
Nm 60/2 (Ne 36/2)
Moulin yarns
Additional specifications can also be arranged upon request, depending on technical requirements and quantity.
Supply is based on required quantity and technical specifications.
Raw White (RW)
RW yarn can be supplied for dyeing programs as well as for undyed final products.
- From warehouse stock
- Via custom production
- Single and multi-ply versions
- Knitting or weaving twist
It provides flexibility for private colour development and different production requirements.
Typical Applications of Combed Cotton Yarns
Combed cotton yarns are widely used in textile manufacturing where smooth surface, consistent quality and reliable knitting performance are important.
Typical applications include:
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sock production on circular knitting machines
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knitwear production
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circular knitted fabrics
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high-quality hosiery products
These yarns are particularly suitable for manufacturers producing durable and comfortable cotton products.
In sock production, combed cotton yarns are often combined with covered elastane yarns to improve elasticity and shape retention.
Technical Tools
At the bottom of this page you will find:
➡ Reference table of commonly used yarn counts
➡ Yarn Count Calculator (Ne ↔ Nm ↔ tex conversion)
Cotton Yarn Count Conversion (Ne – Nm – tex)
Reference conversion guide for commonly used cotton yarn counts.
| Ne | Nm | tex |
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| 20/1 | 34/1 | ~29.5 |
| 24/1 | 40/1 | ~24.6 |
| 30/1 | 50/1 | ~19.7 |
| 36/1 | 60/1 | ~16.4 |
| 24/2 | 40/2 | ~49.2 |
| 36/2 | 60/2 | ~32.8 |
Values are approximate.
Yarn Count Converter
This converter focuses on the most commonly used yarn count systems in knitting: Nm, Ne and tex, including calculation for multi-ply yarns.
