Air insulation holofiber – what kind of material is it?

A contemporary material that’s becoming more and more well-liked in the apparel industry is air insulation holofiber. Holofiber, which is well-known for being breathable and lightweight, is frequently used in vests, jackets, and other outerwear to provide warmth without gaining bulk.

This material is composed of air-tight hollow fibers that produce an insulating layer that efficiently holds heat. Holofiber is a comfortable option for daily wear since it is soft and flexible despite having strong insulating properties.

This post will examine what makes air insulation holofiber unique, how it’s produced, and why so many clothing brands now choose to use it.

Feature	Description
Material	Synthetic fibers
Insulation	Traps air to keep warmth
Weight	Light and comfortable
Durability	Resistant to wear and tear
Care	Easy to maintain

Hollofiber – what is it?

The term "holofiber" is well-known. However, the majority of people are still unaware of the type of insulation it is. Let us first define the terms holofiber, halofiber, and halofiber.

Hol-lo-fiber is a synthetic non-woven material that is made of hollow fiber and is used as insulation or filler, according to the Wikipedia definition.

The material’s name is written with two "ll"s and an "o." The term "hollow fiber" in English is used as a foundation. Despite being developed in South Africa, it was patented in Russia (the Moscow Non-Weave Materials Plant, or "Thermopol"). The goal of creating a non-clumping, lighter, and warmer version of synthetic padding was what led to the creation of Hollofiber.

Air insulation holofiber is a synthetic material that is lightweight, breathable, and easy to maintain. It is made for the best possible warmth and comfort in clothing by retaining air within its fibers, which makes it a highly effective insulator.

Description

Let’s take a closer look at holofiber to better understand what kind of material it is:

The material is made up of the tiniest hollow hairs, as the picture illustrates. They maintain their shape well and are curled.

Holofiber typically has the appearance of a roll of non-woven white fabric that has been rolled into a different thickness and density.

However, there are further options for release:

• TEK. Pinkish insulation with limited flame spread. Used for sewing winter clothes for oil and gas workers.

• Balls (Pafs). Filler in which holofiber fibers are twisted into small balls and spirals. Used for filling pillows, blankets, toys, soft furniture elements.

• Volumetric. High-volume filler that gives an "airy" shape to products. Used in handicrafts, the production of goods for newborns, volumetric furniture elements and clothing.

• Soft. Soft, elastic and resilient holofiber in rolls. It is used to insulate outerwear: jackets, overalls, coats, winter pants.

• Medium and Hard. Dense and rigid types of material. They can be supplied in slabs and rolls. In demand in the production of mattresses and upholstered furniture.

• Construction. Hollofiber is used to insulate walls. It is environmentally friendly, does not interfere with air circulation, absorbs noise and has high thermal insulation properties.

Composition

Primary polyester is the type of polyester used to make Hollofiber. This material is entirely synthetic.

Made entirely of polyester.

Nowadays, holofiber is made using a variety of technologies. Traditional approach:

1. Finest polymer threads, hollow inside, are pulled out from the melt of polyethylene terephthalate.
2. The resulting primary loose fabric is cut and combed in special units.
3. Then the material is formed into balls or layers by a powerful air flow.
4. Finally, the fibers are soldered together at a high temperature (about 180 degrees). Processing reduces the mobility of fibers.

Because it is made without the use of glue or other chemicals, the material is very environmentally friendly.

It is possible to further twist the fibers into springs. We refer to this substance as holofan. It is distinguished by better heat retention and increased wear resistance. The fillers fibertek, thermofiber, and polyfiber have also enhanced holofiber. Their fibers are even more tightly twisted, lighter, and thinner. The thermal conductivity of thermofiber is incredibly low.

Holofiber is sometimes referred to as "yupifiber" or "nolifer." But modern science does not know about such varieties. Those who live in games and illusions and do not perceive reality are known as "nolifers."

Characteristics

As is well known from the general principles of operation of insulating materials, heat is retained rather than generated by porous materials like holofiber. A low heat conductivity coefficient layer is produced by the air chambers in the fibers. The synthetic shell keeps moisture from dislodging air. This mixture gives the material a high degree of warmth. Even in wet conditions, it keeps its heat.

Features:

• soft;
• elastic;
• durable;
• lightweight;
• high thermal insulation properties;
• breathable;
• hypoallergenic;
• easy to care for;
• affordable;
• moisture-resistant, does not attract dust;
• odorless and does not absorb odors;
• fireproof.

The substance melts but doesn’t release soot or bitter smoke. The polyester base cokes in the presence of fire and extreme heat. Even after significant and prolonged compression, hollofiber regains its original shape. As a food source for bacteria, fungi, or insects, it is uninteresting.

The filler’s conditional drawbacks include its higher cost compared to synthetic padding, low hygroscopicity, and the availability of high-tech alternatives.

Comparison with other insulation materials

Many synthetic and natural materials are used as insulation nowadays. We will undertake a brief comparative study of the most widely used materials to determine the position that holofiber holds among them.

Table of holofiber and natural fluff comparisons:

Hollofiber	Natural fluff
Purpose	Variable conditions, dampness, mountain tourism, water trips	Dry conditions, city, extreme altitude
Weight	+-	+
Thermal insulation	+-	+
Compression	+-	+
Air permeability	+-	+
Moisture resistance	+	—
Resistance to insects	+	—
Resistance to bacterial contamination	+-	+
Allergenicity	+	—
Speed ​​of volume restoration	+	+-
Price	+	—
Durability	+	+-

Although down has many benefits and is still the best insulation material, it is also difficult to produce, care for, and allergy-prone. You need a specific, down-retaining fabric to use it as insulation for clothing. Hollofiber is far less expensive and has none of these drawbacks.

Table of comparison between modern synthetic fillers and holofiber fillers:

Hollofiber	Sintepon	Izosoft	Thinsulate
Weight	+-	—	+	++
Thickness	+-	—	+	++
Compression	+-	—	+	++
Thermal insulation	+-	—	+	++
Breathability	+-	—	+	++
Moisture resistance	+-	—	+	++
Price	+	++	+-	—
Durability	+-	—	+	++

The next best thing after synthetic padding is hollofiber, but it falls short against other contemporary synthetic fillers like isosoft and thinsulate.

What temperature are holofiber jackets suitable for?

Many people are concerned about whether or not holofiber jackets are warm. Absolutely! However, the holofiber’s density determines how much. It can range from 60 to 4000 g/m2 (or up to 600 g/m2 for clothing).

• 60-100 g / m2 – warm autumn (from +15 to +5 degrees).
• 100-150 g / m2 – cold autumn, warm winter (from +5 to — 5-10 degrees).
• 200-250 g/m2 – winter (temperature -10-15 degrees).
• 300-400 g/m2 – frosty winter (from -20 to -30 degrees).
• over 500 g/m2 – extremely low temperatures (from -35 degrees).

The lining and outer fabric of a holofiber jacket also affect how warm it will be. With less insulation density, greater thermal protection can be obtained by using fleece and membrane.

Reviews

Holofiber products receive favorable reviews for the most part:

Artemida:

"I bought a holofiber Kapre jacket. I loved the cut and appearance. Five centimeters of filler is quite a bit of it. I wear it over a thin sweater in the winter and never freeze. The only drawback is that strong winds can be uncomfortable.

Katya:

Jackets made of homofiber are best worn in the spring and fall. Nothing goes better in the winter than a fur coat and a down jacket. Naturally, their prices are not comparable.

Victoria Romanovsky:

"I own blankets and pillows made of holofiber. They come in very handy because everyone in the family is allergic to bird droppings. They also wash well and are incredibly light and soft. Under such a blanket, it is incredibly warm and comfortable during the winter.

The adaptable material known as air insulation holofiber is distinguished by its effective and lightweight thermal insulation qualities. It is a well-liked option for many different types of apparel since it adds warmth without being bulky.

Holofiber’s synthetic makeup gives it strength and resilience, which makes it appropriate for both more specialized uses and daily use. For many people, it’s a comfortable option because of its hypoallergenic properties and breathability.

In general, air insulation holofiber is a great material to choose from when looking for clothes that balance comfort, warmth, and functionality.

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