Microfiber

Microfiber (US English) or microfibre (UK English) is synthetic fiber made of threads finer than one denier or one detex with a diameter of less than ten micrometers.

The most common types of microfiber cloth are made of polyesters, polyamides (e.g., nylon, Kevlar, Nomex), and combinations of polyester, polyamide, and polypropylene. Microfiber cloth is used to make mats, knits, and weaves, for apparel, upholstery, industrial filters, and cleaning products. The shape, size, and combinations of synthetic fibers are chosen for specific characteristics, including softness, toughness, absorption, water repellence, electrostatics, and filtering ability.

Microfiber cloth is used to clean scratch-prone surfaces such as display devices, glass, and lenses. Microfiber cloth makes use of van der Waals force to remove dirt without scratches.

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