Elastic Covered Yarn, which is spendex or Lycra as the core in the percentage from 5% to 30% wrapped with various yarns and fibers, can provide better intensity, wear-resistance and good flexibility. Its applications include textile- weaving, warp-weaving, knitting, underwear, pantyhose ,socks, garments, and medical uses.
Single Covered Yarn means an elastic yarn (like Spendex or Lacra®) fully wrapped by one fiber. There are two wrapping grades, one called S-twist (clockwise), another called Z-twist (anti-clockwise). Whether S-twist or Z-twist, it depends on your applications and needs.
Double Covered Yarn means an elastic yarn (like Spendex or Lacra® ) fully wrapped by two fibers. The yarns with different denier and TPM (turn per meter) will make your fabric has different hand feelings.