Polyamide (Nylon)
Polyamide (Nylon) fibers
Polyamide fibers were the first synthetic fibers to be produced .(147) Nylon fibers have excellent thermal stability , (63) high decomposition temperature ,(64) quick drying , resistance to light degradation , dyeability , high tear strength (56) high strength stiffness, tough abrasion resistance , and good resistance to chemicals and fungi . (65) Nylon fibers are used in large number of medical textiles where it is non -toxic and therefore non-irritating to the skin , (13) thus medical fabrics from nylon are used in stretch terry sheets, bandage, eye compressors ,medical under wear and plasters
