Berikut ini sedikit penjelasan perbedaan Combed dan Cardet
Here is a brief explanation of the differences between Combed and Carded.
Bagi Kamu yg sedang memilih bahan kain yg bakal diperlukan buat pelaksanaan kaos, tentu sering mendengar istilah katun combed serta katun carded. Namun, apa perbedaan ke-2 katun ini? Apakah mempengaruhi kenyamanan? Apakah kualitasnya tidak sama? Berikut perbedaan katun combed & carded yg butuh kamu ketahui.
If you're choosing the right fabric for your t-shirt, you've likely heard the terms combed cotton and carded cotton. But what's the difference between these two types of cotton? Does it affect comfort? Are they of the same quality? Here are the differences between combed and carded cotton that you should know.
Cara Membedakan Bahan Cotton Combed / Carded. Pada dasarnya Combed dan Carded memiliki sifat yang hampir sama
How to Differentiate Combed and Carded Cotton. Combed and carded cotton have essentially the same properties.
Katun Carded
Nama ‘Carded’ berasal dari nama mesin pemintalannya adalah mesin carding. Tidak Sedikit pula yg mengemukakan bahwa katun carded belum lewat proses washing, yg bertujuan buat membersihkan atau sebahagian agung bahan kimia yg berasal dari proses pencelupan warna. Type kain ini condong agak kasar serta agak kaku.
Faktor ini karena kain katun carded tersusun dari benang-benang yg berbulu serta masihlah mengandung serat-serat kapas yg pendek. Inilah yg menciptakan karakter kain carded tersebut jadi tak selembut kain katun kaos combed.
Katun karded amat sering berkurang sesudah kita cuci. Tetapi jangan sampai kawatir, tipe kain ini masihlah pass & tepat buat kebutuhan promosi, merchandise atau program perusahaan. Bakal namun bahan kain sebagaimana ini kurang disukai oleh pembuat & pelanggan kaos distro / clothing.
Carded Cotton
The name "Carded" comes from the name of the spinning machine, the carding machine. Many also argue that carded cotton has not undergone a washing process, which removes most of the chemicals from the dyeing process. This type of fabric tends to be somewhat rough and stiff.
This is because carded cotton fabric is composed of hairy threads and still contains short cotton fibers. This makes carded cotton less soft than combed cotton.
Carded cotton often shrinks after washing. But don't worry, this type of fabric is still suitable and appropriate for promotional purposes, merchandise, or corporate programs. However, this type of fabric is less popular among t-shirt makers and customers.
Katun Combed
Istilah katun combed diambil dari nama mesin, adalah mesin combing. Fungsi dari mesin combing yakni utk membuang serat pendek dari kapas yg tetap tersisa terhadap proses mesin diawal mulanya(mesin carding).
Hasil kain yg udah melintasi proses combing dijamin jadi lebih lembut & halus di bandingkan bersama katun carded. Aspek ini karena udah lewat proses washing dgn baik. Type kain ini disusun dari benang kapas di mana kepada waktu spinning (pemintalan) memanfaatkan mesin penambahan yg dinamakan bersama mesin combing.
Type kain combed ini amat sangat serasi buat seluruhnya kebutuhan, lebih-lebih buat negeri Indonesia yg beriklim tropis ini. Type kain bersama karakter yg lembut & nyaman ini lebih disukai oleh pemakainya. Katun combed amat sangat diminati oleh pencinta kaos distro / clothing sebab teksturnya yg halus, lembut serta nyaman diperlukan.
Katun combed terbagi jadi sekian banyak tipe gramasinya, sama seperti : combed 20s, combed 24s, combed 30s & combed 40s.Sama Seperti yg kita ketahui, bahan basic dari seluruh baju yaitu benang. Buat satu buah benang jadi kain kaos, mesti lewat proses dirajut atau knitting. Baik kategori benang ataupun kategori rajutan terhadap kain kaos berbeda-beda.
Combed = Premium (lembut, halus, cocok untuk kaos distro).
Carded = Ekonomis (lebih murah, cocok untuk kaos promosi atau seragam).
Combed Cotton
The term combed cotton is derived from the name of the machine, the combing machine. The function of the combing machine is to remove short fibers from the cotton that remain during the initial processing (carding).
The resulting fabric that has undergone the combing process is guaranteed to be softer and smoother than carded cotton. This is because it has undergone a thorough washing process. This type of fabric is made from cotton yarn that is spun using an additional machine called a comber.
This type of combed fabric is highly suitable for all needs, especially in Indonesia's tropical climate. This type of fabric, with its soft and comfortable characteristics, is preferred by its users. Combed cotton is highly sought after by distro t-shirt and clothing enthusiasts due to its smooth, soft, and comfortable texture.
Combed cotton is divided into several grammage types, such as: combed 20s, combed 24s, combed 30s, and combed 40s. As we know, the basic material of all clothing is yarn. To make a single piece of yarn into a t-shirt, it must go through a knitting process. Both the yarn type and the knitting type of t-shirt fabric vary.
Combed = Premium (soft, smooth, suitable for distro t-shirts).
Carted = Economical (cheaper, suitable for promotional t-shirts or uniforms).
Ada beberapa pertanyaan.
I have a few questions.
Kaos combed lebih adem dibanding carded, benar atau tidak?
Benar.
Kaos yang terbuat dari kain combed terasa lebih adem dibandingkan kain carded.
Combed t-shirts are cooler than carded ones, is that true?
Yes. T-shirts made from combed fabric feel cooler than carded ones.
Kain carded apakah tetap nyaman dipakai sehari-hari?
Ya, kain carded tetap nyaman dipakai sehari-hari.
Meskipun teksturnya tidak sehalus kain combed, carded tetap terbuat dari 100% katun sehingga Adem di kulit karena menyerap keringat dengan baik. Ringan dan breathable, cocok untuk aktivitas sehari-hari.
Is carded fabric still comfortable for everyday wear?
Yes, carded fabric is still comfortable for everyday wear. Although its texture isn't as smooth as combed fabric, carded fabric is still made from 100% cotton, so it's cool on the skin because it absorbs sweat well. It's lightweight and breathable, perfect for everyday activities.
Apakah kain combed lebih awet dibanding carded?
Benar, kain combed cenderung lebih awet dibandingkan kain carded.
Hal ini karena proses combing membuang serat kapas pendek, sehingga kain menjadi lebih kuat, halus, dan tidak mudah berbulu.
Is combed fabric more durable than carded fabric?
Yes, combed fabric tends to be more durable than carded fabric. This is because the combing process removes short cotton fibers, resulting in a stronger, smoother, and less prone to pilling.
Mana yang lebih bagus untuk kaos distro, combed atau carded?
Untuk kaos distro, pilihan terbaik adalah kain combed. Kenapa? Tekstur lebih halus & lembut, nyaman dipakai seharian.
Permukaan kain rata & rapi, hasil sablon lebih maksimal, warna sablon tidak mudah pecah.
Kesan premium, sesuai dengan image kaos distro yang identik dengan kualitas tinggi.
Which is better for distro t-shirts, combed or carded? For distro t-shirts, combed fabric is the best choice. Why?
The texture is smoother and softer, making it comfortable to wear all day.
The fabric surface is even and neat, the screen printing results are optimal, and the print colors don't fade easily.
The premium feel aligns with the image of distro t-shirts, which are synonymous with high quality.
Kaos promosi lebih cocok pakai combed atau carded?
Untuk kaos promosi, pilihan paling cocok adalah kain carded.
Alasannya:
Lebih ekonomis, harga lebih murah, cocok untuk produksi massal.
Tetap nyaman, meskipun tidak sehalus combed, carded tetap adem karena 100% katun. Praktis, ideal untuk event, seragam kerja, atau merchandise dengan jumlah banyak.
Is combed or carded fabric better for promotional t-shirts?
For promotional t-shirts, carded fabric is the most suitable choice.
The reasons are:
More economical, cheaper, and suitable for mass production.
Still comfortable, although not as soft as combed, carded fabric is still cool because it's 100% cotton. It's practical and ideal for events, work uniforms, or large quantities of merchandise.
Apakah combed dan carded sama-sama 100% katun?
Benar.
Baik kain combed maupun kain carded sama-sama terbuat dari 100% katun (cotton).
Yang membedakan adalah proses pengolahannya:
Combed, melalui proses penyisiran (combing) sehingga serat kapas pendek dibuang. Hasilnya, kain lebih halus, lembut, dan premium.
Carded, hanya melalui proses penggarukan (carding) tanpa penyisiran mendetail. Hasilnya, kain tetap adem tapi terasa lebih kasar dan berbulu dibanding combed.
Are combed and carded both 100% cotton?
Yes.
Both combed and carded fabrics are made from 100% cotton.
The difference lies in the processing:
Combed fabric undergoes a combing process, removing short cotton fibers. The result is a smoother, softer, and more premium fabric.
Carded fabric undergoes only a carding process without detailed combing. The resulting fabric remains cool but feels rougher and hairier than combed fabric.
Apakah kain carded cepat berbulu setelah dicuci?
Ya, kain carded lebih cepat berbulu setelah dicuci dibandingkan kain combed.
Kenapa? Serat pendek masih ada → karena carded hanya melewati proses carding (penggarukan), tidak dibersihkan dengan combing.
Akibatnya, serat-serat kecil mudah keluar ke permukaan kain setelah beberapa kali pencucian.
Inilah yang membuat kain carded terlihat lebih cepat berbulu dan tampak kusam dibandingkan combed.
Does carded fabric pill quickly after washing?
Yes, carded fabric pill more quickly after washing than combed fabric.
Why? Short fibers remain → because carded fabric only goes through the carding process, not combing.
As a result, small fibers easily emerge to the surface of the fabric after several washes.
This is what causes carded fabric to pill more quickly and appear duller than combed fabric.
Apakah kain carded tersedia dalam berbagai gramasi juga?
Ya, kain carded tersedia dalam berbagai gramasi (ketebalan) sama seperti kain combed.
Umumnya, gramasi carded dibedakan dengan istilah 20s, 24s, 30s, dan seterusnya.
Is carded fabric available in various weights?
Yes, carded fabric is available in various weights (thicknesses), just like combed fabric.
Generally, carded weights are differentiated by the terms 20s, 24s, 30s, and so on.
Mana yang lebih awet dipakai jangka panjang, combed atau carded?
Untuk pemakaian jangka panjang, kain combed lebih awet dibandingkan kain carded.
Which is more durable in the long term, combed or carded?
For long-term use, combed fabric is more durable than carded fabric.
Bagaimana cara membedakan kain combed dan carded saat membeli kaos?
1. Raba Permukaan Kain
Combed, halus, lembut, dan rata.
Carded, terasa agak kasar, ada serat/”bulu” kecil yang menonjol.
2. Lihat Tampilan Kain
Combed, terlihat lebih rapi, licin, dan premium.
Carded, permukaan terlihat berbulu halus, kurang rata.
How can you tell the difference between combed and carded fabric when buying a t-shirt?
1. Feel the fabric's surface. Combed fabric feels smooth, soft, and even. Carded fabric feels a bit rough, with small fibers/"hairs" protruding.
2. Look at the fabric's appearance. Combed fabric looks neater, smoother, and more premium. Carded fabric has a fuzzy, less even surface.
