Cotton Count (Ne) to Tex Converter
What is Cotton Count (Ne) and Tex?
Cotton Count (Ne) and Tex are units used to measure the fineness of yarn, but they are based on different principles.
- Cotton Count (Ne): The number of 840-yard hanks of cotton that weigh one pound. Higher Cotton Count indicates finer yarn.
- Tex: The weight in grams of 1,000 meters of yarn.
How to Convert Cotton Count (Ne) to Tex
To convert Cotton Count (Ne) to Tex, use the following formula:
Formula:
Tex = 590.5 ÷ Cotton Count (Ne)
Example:
If you have 10 Cotton Count (Ne), the Tex is:
590.5 ÷ 10 = 59.05 Tex
Common Cotton Count (Ne) to Tex Conversion Table
| Cotton Count (Ne) | Tex |
|---|---|
| 1 | 590.5 |
| 5 | 118.1 |
| 10 | 59.05 |
| 20 | 29.52 |
| 30 | 19.68 |
| 50 | 11.81 |
| 100 | 5.91 |