| |
1=lowest
5= highest |
Polypropylene |
Nylon |
Natural Cotton |
Dyed cotton |
Polyester |
|
Cost |
1 |
3 |
2 |
5 |
3 |
|
Colors |
Standard
only |
Standard
& Special |
Off-white |
Standard
& Special |
White plus
10 standard
colors |
|
Melting Point |
330F |
480F |
Chars @ 300F |
Chars @ 300F |
500F |
|
Strength |
3 |
5 |
1 |
1 |
4 |
|
Resistance to UV |
Good |
Excellent |
Good |
Fair |
Excellent |
|
Resistance to Mildew |
Excellent |
Excellent |
Poor |
Poor |
Excellent |
|
Abrasion Resistance |
3 |
4 |
1 |
1 |
5 |
|
Resistance to Acids |
Excellent |
Poor |
Poor |
Poor |
Good
to
Excellent |
|
Resistance to Alkalis |
Excellent |
Good |
Poor |
Poor |
Moderate |
Resistance to
Oil & Grease |
Excellent |
Good |
Poor |
Poor |
Good |
|
Special Characteristics |
Floats
in water |
Vibrant
colors |
Softer
to touch |
Softer
to touch |
Stretch
resistant |
|
