Worsted Count in Yarn Count Calculations Formulas

Worsted Count is the number of hanks ( skeins) having the length of 560 yards in one pound of yarn is called worsted count. The fineness of yarn increases when yarn count increases in this system. And is denoted by N_wc. Worsted Count is usually measured using the Yard per Grain for Indirect Yarn Count. Note that the value of Worsted Count is always positive.

Formulas to find Worsted Count in Yarn Count Calculations

fxWorsted CountGo

List of variables in Yarn Count Calculations formulas

fx Length in yards Go

fx Weight in grains Go

FAQ

What is the Worsted Count?

Worsted Count is the number of hanks ( skeins) having the length of 560 yards in one pound of yarn is called worsted count. The fineness of yarn increases when yarn count increases in this system. Worsted Count is usually measured using the Yard per Grain for Indirect Yarn Count. Note that the value of Worsted Count is always positive.

Can the Worsted Count be negative?

No, the Worsted Count, measured in Indirect Yarn Count cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Worsted Count?

Worsted Count is usually measured using the Yard per Grain[yd/gr] for Indirect Yarn Count. Meter per Kilogram[yd/gr], Meter per Gram[yd/gr], Kilometer per Kilogram[yd/gr] are the few other units in which Worsted Count can be measured.

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