Trilobal polyester is a multiple filament, twisted, high-sheen continuous fiber thread. It has the bright appearance of rayon or silk, but the advantages of a polyester fiber. Triangular shaped fibers reflect more light and give an attractive sparkle to textiles.

What is Trilobal made of?

All of Superior's trilobal polyester threads are made from high-tenacity fibers (meaning they are strong) and consist of 192 micro-strands twisted together to create a gorgeous, and strong, 40 wt. thread. Irregular fibers: Most rayon threads are irregular in shape.

What are trilobal fibers?

In fibers, trilobal is a cross-section shape with three distinct sides. ... Silk fibers' rounded edges and triangular cross section contribute to their luster; in some cases, synthetic fibers are manufactured to mimic this trilobal shape to give them a silk-like appearance.