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Yarn count converter

Instantly convert a yarn count between Ne (English cotton count), Nm (metric count), Tex and Denier. Enter a value, pick the system, and see the equivalents.

Common cotton count reference

Ne	Tex	Nm	Denier
10s	59.1	16.9	531
20s	29.5	33.9	266
30s	19.7	50.8	177
40s	14.8	67.7	133
60s	9.8	101.6	89

Ne and Nm are indirect systems (a higher number means a finer yarn). Tex and Denier are direct systems (a higher number means a coarser, heavier yarn).

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