Abstract:
The present invention relates to a bi-component antistatic fiber produced by means of a conjugant / melt extrusion spinning process where the fiber comprises TiO 2 and nylon with carbon black as the conductive component of the fiber. At TiO 2 loadings in the range of 20-30% by weight, the TiO2 camouflaged the normally black surface carbon stripes, and the resultant light colored yarn was comparable in conductivity to darker yams. The resulting yam is suitable for use in light colored apparel, especially where certain surface resistance levels are required in light colored fabrics.