What is yarn ct. ? What is difference between direct and indirect count system ?

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Yarn count refers to the thickness of a yarn. Direct and indirect count systems are two methods of measuring yarn count.

Yarn count is the measure of the thickness of a yarn.
Direct count system measures the length of yarn required to make a fixed weight of yarn, while indirect count system measures the weight of yarn required to make a fixed length of yarn.
Direct count system is used for cotton and woolen yarns, while indirect count system is used for silk and synthetic yarns.
Yarn count is denoted by a number followed by a symbol indicating the count system used, such as Ne for direct count and Tex for indirect count.

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