Tex to Cotton Count (Ne) Converter

What is Tex and Cotton Count (Ne)?

Tex and Cotton Count (Ne) are both units used to measure the fineness or coarseness of yarn. While Tex measures the mass of yarn, Cotton Count (Ne) measures the length of yarn per unit of mass.

• Tex: The weight in grams of 1,000 meters of yarn.
• Cotton Count (Ne): The number of 840-yard hanks of cotton that weigh one pound. Higher Cotton Count means finer yarn.

How to Convert Tex to Cotton Count (Ne)

To convert Tex to Cotton Count (Ne), use the following formula:

Formula:

Cotton Count (Ne) = 590.5 ÷ Tex

Example:

If you have 10 Tex, the Cotton Count (Ne) is:

590.5 ÷ 10 = 59.05 Cotton Count (Ne)

Common Tex to Cotton Count (Ne) Conversion Table