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Yarn Count Calculator

Convert yarn values among linear-density tex and denier and reciprocal metric count Nm using explicit unit definitions.

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Result uses the selected output system: tex (g/1000 m), denier (g/9000 m), or Nm (m/g = km/kg). English cotton count Ne is not supported.

A QUICK WALKTHROUGH

How to use this tool

  1. Enter a positive yarn count in tex, denier, or Nm.
  2. Choose the source and target count systems.
  3. Read the converted values and check the unit definitions.

Formula and limits

tex = g/km; denier = g/9000 m = tex×9; Nm = km/kg = 1000/tex. English cotton count is not included. English cotton count and other count systems are not included.

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Common questions

Which count systems are supported?

The calculator converts among tex, denier, and metric count Nm using their stated linear-density definitions.

Does it convert English cotton count?

No. English cotton count and other count systems are outside this calculator’s scope.