Knitted Elastic Webbing

Overview

Knitted Elastic Webbing (SKU: EW-KN-002) is a high-resilience elastic tape produced through warp-knitting technology, combining polyester or nylon multifilament yarns with premium latex or spandex (rubber) core threads. The knitted construction interlocks the elastic cores within a soft, looped fabric structure, delivering a smoother surface and greater lateral flexibility than woven or braided alternatives. This makes it particularly suited to skin-contact and garment applications where softness, breathability, and consistent stretch-recovery are essential.

Key Features & Specifications

• Available widths: standard 10mm, 15mm, 20mm, 25mm, 32mm, 38mm, and 50mm (0.4 inch to 2 inches); custom widths from 6mm up to 120mm on request.
• Thickness: 0.8mm to 1.6mm depending on width and elastic content, with a typical construction of 0.9mm to 1.2mm for garment-grade tape.
• Elongation at break: 150% to 220%, with stable elastic recovery of 90% to 95% after repeated cycling under normal use.
• Tensile / breaking strength: approximately 130N to 400N (roughly 30 lbs to 90 lbs) depending on width; a standard 25mm knitted elastic typically holds 180N to 220N (40 lbs to 50 lbs) before rupture. Note that knitted elastic is engineered for stretch and comfort rather than heavy load-bearing, so values are lower than rigid woven webbing.
• Elastic content: 15% to 45% rubber or spandex core by construction, adjustable to tune softness versus retention force.
• Abrasion resistance: withstands 8,000 to 15,000 Martindale rub cycles depending on face yarn; colorfastness to washing and rubbing rated Grade 4 to 4-5 on the ISO gray scale.
• UV resistance: standard grade retains stated properties under normal indoor and apparel use; UV-stabilized versions available that resist noticeable degradation for 300 to 500 hours of accelerated exposure.
• Temperature tolerance: stable performance from -20°C to 80°C; not recommended for continuous exposure above 90°C, which accelerates elastic fatigue.
• Weight: approximately 6 to 14 grams per meter depending on width and density.

Applications

• Apparel and undergarments: waistbands, cuffs, bra bands, straps, and elasticized trims where a soft hand-feel and low skin irritation are required for direct, prolonged contact with the body.
• Orthopedic and medical supports: knee braces, elbow and wrist supports, back belts, and compression bandages, where controlled compression and breathability contribute to patient comfort during extended wear.
• Personal care and hygiene products: elasticized components in reusable masks, headbands, eye masks, and adjustable straps that benefit from the gentle, non-abrasive knitted surface.
• Footwear and accessories: shoe gussets, slip-on panels, gaiters, and elasticized closures where lateral give and repeated stretch-recovery are needed without adding bulk.
• Home textiles and light industrial use: fitted sheet elastics, furniture cover bands, sportswear panels, and pet products such as harness padding and adjustable collars.

Customization & Wholesale

Minimum order quantity is 500 meters per color and specification for standard stock constructions. Custom developments require a MOQ of 3,000 to 5,000 meters depending on complexity of the yarn, elastic content, and finishing.

Custom widths are available from 6mm to 120mm. Color matching is offered against Pantone TPX/TCX references or physical swatches, with a color tolerance targeting Grade 4 and above on the gray scale; low-MOQ dye lots are available for orders above 2,000 meters per color. Surface printing options include single- and multi-color logo printing, repeating pattern printing, and jacquard-woven branding integrated directly into the knit structure for durable, wash-resistant identification.

OEM and ODM services cover custom elastic content and retention force, specific elongation targets, antibacterial or moisture-wicking finishing, hypoallergenic latex-free (spandex-core) constructions for medical and skin-contact use, and private-label packaging with custom cards, spools, and cartons.

Sampling: existing stock samples are dispatched free of charge (freight collect); custom sample development typically takes 7 to 10 working days. Bulk production lead time is 15 to 25 days for standard colors and 25 to 35 days for custom developments, calculated after sample approval and receipt of deposit.

Packaging is supplied on cardboard rolls or plastic spools, bundled into cartons, with standard put-ups of 50m, 100m, or 500m per roll to buyer preference. Export capabilities cover FOB, CIF, and EXW terms from major South China ports (Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Ningbo), with support for sea and air freight and full export documentation. Accepted payment terms include T/T (30% deposit, 70% balance against copy of B/L) and L/C at sight for qualified orders.

Why Choose WebbingMaker

WebbingMaker operates in-house warp-knitting, dyeing, and finishing lines, giving direct control over raw material selection, elastic content consistency, and delivery scheduling without reliance on subcontractors. Incoming yarn and elastic cores are inspected on receipt, and every production lot undergoes checks for width tolerance (±0.5mm), elongation, recovery rate, colorfastness, and breaking strength before release, with retained samples kept for traceability.

Our manufacturing operates under an ISO 9001 quality management system, and materials can be supplied to meet OEKO-TEX Standard 100 requirements for restricted substances, which is important for apparel, infant, and skin-contact end uses. REACH-compliant dyestuffs and latex-free constructions are available for buyers serving the EU market and the medical sector. Test reports and material declarations can be provided on request to support customs clearance and downstream compliance.

With more than a decade of export experience, WebbingMaker supplies wholesale and bulk buyers across North America, Europe, South America, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia. Our team supports international buyers with English-language technical communication, specification development, consolidated shipping for mixed orders, and consistent lot-to-lot reproducibility for repeat programs. This combination of vertical manufacturing, documented quality control, recognized certifications, and established export logistics allows buyers to source knitted elastic webbing with predictable quality, transparent lead times, and reliable delivery at scale.