Author:
He Yi-zhong, Nie Jian-bin

Date of Publication:
2008

Publication:
Wool Textile Journal, 2008-09

Abstract:
In the paper, the characteristics of alpaca fiber and the features of its product are introduced. According to the shortages of alpaca fiber, such as rigidity, small cohesive force for spinning, more wasters, low productivity and poor quality, the research focus on materials selection, spinning technical processes and quality control. The research indicates that the key problems above could solved by using a suit technical processes and proper parameters. Based on the results, large quantity and good quality of worsted alpaca yarn are produced. And the products are successfully used for making alpaca overcoats.