240T plaid spring yarn PUL laminated for outdoor hiking clothing waterproof moisture permeable breathable fabric rushing jacket

Product Overview

This 240T plaid spring-yarn laminated fabric is designed for waterproof, moisture-permeable and breathable outdoor clothing. The original product information positions it primarily for hiking jackets, outdoor shells and “rushing jackets,” combining weather protection with moisture-release performance for garments worn during extended outdoor activity.

The fabric is categorized as a polyester fabric and PUL fabric. Its 240T designation describes the stated fabric construction or density rather than its weight. Exact composition, GSM, width, laminate structure and measured performance values are not published on the current product page and should be confirmed before sampling or bulk production.

The product title and description identify the fabric as PUL-laminated, while the gallery image descriptions use “PU-laminated.” Buyers should confirm the exact laminate material and construction with FabricsTrades when requesting a quotation.

Product Specifications

Material, Construction, Appearance, and Hand Feel

The fabric uses a 240T plaid spring-yarn base combined with a laminated functional layer. This construction is intended to balance waterproof protection with moisture permeability and breathability for outdoor garments.

The plaid surface gives the material a recognizable technical-outdoor appearance that can help differentiate hiking jackets from plain solid-color shell fabrics. Custom colors are available according to customer requirements, while the current plaid repeat, yarn coloration and pattern-development options should be confirmed during sampling.

No specific hand-feel description, finished weight, thickness, stiffness or drape value is published. Buyers should therefore evaluate an A4 sample or approval sample to determine whether the fabric has the required softness, structure, noise level, packability and next-to-skin comfort for the intended garment.

Key Product Features

Waterproof Protection

The source describes the fabric as waterproof and suitable for outdoor clothing exposed to wet conditions. The required hydrostatic-pressure rating, surface water repellency, seam construction and performance after washing should be specified by the buyer because no measured rating or test method is currently published.

Moisture-Permeable and Breathable Construction

The laminated fabric is described as moisture-permeable and breathable, allowing internal moisture to escape during outdoor activity. Buyers developing performance jackets should confirm the required moisture-vapor transmission method and target value, as results can vary according to the laminate, adhesive, face fabric, lining and test conditions.

Durable Outdoor Positioning

The product page describes the material as durable and able to withstand the wear associated with hiking and other outdoor activities. For programs with defined performance requirements, request testing appropriate to the end use, such as tensile strength, tear strength, abrasion resistance, laminate adhesion and performance after repeated care cycles.

Made-to-Order Colors and OEM Support

The product is made to order, and colors can be produced according to customer requirements. OEM service and logo customization are available depending on the request. Pattern, printed-logo, laminated-logo, garment-logo and packaging requirements should be discussed separately so that FabricsTrades can confirm the suitable process and MOQ.

Easy-Care Positioning

The original page describes the fabric as easy to care for and states that it can be washed and dried according to the applicable care instructions without special treatment. Because laminated materials can respond differently to heat, detergent and mechanical drying, confirm the final care method and validate it on the approved production construction before issuing garment care labels.

Detailed Applications and Use Cases

Hiking Jackets and Waterproof Outdoor Shells

This is the primary application described for the fabric. Its waterproof, moisture-permeable and breathable positioning supports hiking jackets and outdoor shells intended to provide protection from rain while allowing internally generated moisture to move outward.

Before bulk production, buyers should define the intended weather exposure, activity level, garment layer system and required waterproof/breathability targets. A lightweight recreational shell, an everyday rain jacket and a technical severe-weather garment may require different laminate structures, test values and seam-sealing systems.

“Rushing Jackets” and Technical Outdoor Apparel

The page uses the term “rushing jacket,” commonly used in translated sourcing descriptions for outdoor shell or storm-jacket styles. The plaid appearance can suit hiking, trekking, travel and outdoor-lifestyle collections that need a more visible textile pattern than a standard solid shell.

Evaluate the fabric’s drape, stiffness, garment noise, hood structure, pocket reinforcement and compatibility with waterproof zippers during development. High-stress areas such as shoulders, elbows, cuffs and pocket openings may require additional construction evaluation.

Windbreakers and General Outdoor Clothing

The fabric may also be considered for other outdoor garments where water protection and breathability are relevant. Possible designs include lightweight outdoor jackets, travel shells, trail clothing and protective outer layers.

Suitability depends on the required weight, warmth, stretch and abrasion resistance. Because the page does not state GSM, stretch or air-permeability values, buyers should approve the finished fabric for the exact garment rather than relying only on the 240T designation.

Bags and Luggage

Bag and luggage use appears among the product-page tags. The laminated surface may be useful where water resistance is desired, but this application should be treated as conditional because bag fabrics can require higher abrasion, tear, puncture and coating-adhesion performance than apparel.

Confirm the fabric’s backing, dimensional stability, seam strength and compatibility with foam, lining, webbing and reinforcement materials before selecting it for backpacks, travel bags or accessory panels.

Footwear Components

Footwear is also listed as a potential application. The fabric may be evaluated for selected upper panels, gaiters or outdoor-footwear components where low weight and weather protection are useful.

Footwear programs should test flexing, abrasion, seam strength, bonding compatibility, colorfastness and water penetration in the finished component. The current page does not provide footwear-specific performance results.

Tents and Awnings

Tents and awnings appear in the page tags, but these should be considered secondary, specification-dependent applications. Such products may require substantially different tear strength, UV resistance, hydrostatic pressure, dimensional stability, coating adhesion, flame performance and long-term weathering properties from apparel.

Request a project-specific evaluation before using this fabric for shelters, tents or awnings. Do not assume that apparel-oriented waterproof and breathable descriptions establish suitability for architectural, camping or prolonged outdoor exposure.

Design and Manufacturing Considerations

• Plaid matching: Confirm the plaid repeat and allow additional consumption when pattern matching is required across center fronts, sleeves, pockets or hoods.
• Seam waterproofing: Needle holes can affect water resistance. If waterproof seams are required, trial a compatible seam tape and sealing process on the final laminate.
• Needle and stitch selection: Develop the seam with an appropriate needle size, thread and stitch density. Excessive perforation can reduce seam-level water protection.
• Heat sensitivity: Validate pressing, fusing and seam-sealing temperatures because laminate films and adhesives may be sensitive to heat or pressure.
• Lining decision: Confirm the reverse-side surface and comfort level. A lining, mesh layer or protective backing may be appropriate depending on whether the laminate will contact the wearer.
• Surface repellency: Waterproof lamination and surface water repellency are different properties. If a DWR finish is required, specify the chemistry, performance target and destination-market restrictions before quotation.
• Performance testing: Consider hydrostatic pressure, moisture-vapor transmission, surface water repellency, laminate peel strength, tensile and tear strength, abrasion resistance, colorfastness and dimensional stability according to the intended application.
• Care validation: Conduct washing and drying trials on the final approved fabric and garment construction before confirming care-label instructions.
• Bulk approval: Approve the color, plaid appearance, hand feel, laminate structure and functional test requirements against a sealed sample before mass production.

Customization, Sampling, and Bulk Ordering

This fabric is supplied on a made-to-order basis. Colors can be developed according to customer requirements, and the page also describes a range of available colors and patterns. OEM and logo customization are available depending on the project.

A free A4 reference sample can be provided. Plain-color lab dips normally take 3–5 days, while approval samples normally take 7–10 days. Confirm whether sample-development, courier or special testing costs apply to the specific request.

The page gives two production-time statements: normally 15–25 days after receipt of the down payment and confirmation of the lab dip, and 3–20 days for mass production in the FAQ. The final schedule should be confirmed according to quantity, color, laminate specification, testing and production-line availability.

The stated overall monthly production capacity is more than 3 million meters.

For first-time clients placing large orders, the usual payment arrangement is 30% down payment and 70% before shipment by T/T. Repeat clients may be considered for L/C. The description also states that T/T and L/C at sight are usually accepted and that other terms may be negotiated in advance.

Pricing depends on the required functions, quality and quantity. The page describes three online quantity-price tiers, with larger orders generally receiving more favorable unit pricing. Request a current quotation based on the finalized specification.

Shipping is available by express or sea freight. Packaging, roll length, labeling, carton requirements, MOQ and shipment terms should be confirmed before ordering.

Factory visits are welcome, and airport or station pickup may be arranged in advance.

FabricsTrades Sourcing and Development Support

FabricsTrades is located in Wujiang District, Suzhou, within one of the world’s most concentrated textile-manufacturing regions. In addition to its own manufacturing capabilities, the company works within a regional supply chain covering weaving, knitting, dyeing, printing, coating, finishing, lamination and garment-support services.

If the standard 240T plaid laminated fabric does not fully match the project, the team can help evaluate alternative colors, plaid effects, base constructions, laminate structures, performance targets or custom-development routes. Feasibility, MOQ, lead time, testing and documentation depend on the final specification and should be confirmed during development.

2024–2026 Fabric Regulations & Compliance Update

Waterproof and laminated outdoor fabrics may require additional chemical documentation because performance can depend on surface finishes, membranes, adhesives and coating systems. The current product page does not state that this fabric is PFAS-free, REACH-compliant, California-compliant or certified to a particular standard.

Buyers supplying general-public clothing, accessories or footwear to the EU should review the EU REACH PFHxA Restriction. The relevant requirements begin applying to specified consumer clothing, accessories and footwear on 10 October 2026. Confirm the laminate, membrane, adhesive and any water-repellent finish before bulk production, and specify the required declarations and testing.

Buyers selling textile articles in California should also review the California AB 1817 PFAS Textile Ban. Requirements and temporary exceptions vary according to the product category and whether an outdoor garment qualifies for the narrow severe-wet-condition classification.

Before approving an order, communicate the destination market, final product category and restricted-substance requirements. Depending on the final specification and production batch, ask FabricsTrades about available technical data sheets, finish and membrane declarations, chemical information, test reports, certificates, traceability records or third-party testing support. Buyers remain responsible for confirming applicable legal, retailer and brand requirements before bulk production.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this 240T plaid spring-yarn fabric used for?

It is primarily developed for waterproof, moisture-permeable and breathable hiking jackets, outdoor shells, rushing jackets and other outdoor clothing. The page also lists bags, luggage, footwear, tents and awnings as possible applications, but these uses require project-specific testing.

Is the fabric PUL-laminated or PU-laminated?

The product title and main description say PUL-laminated, while the gallery image descriptions say PU-laminated. Confirm the exact laminate chemistry, structure and backing with FabricsTrades before sampling or ordering.

Are waterproof and breathability test values available?

No measured hydrostatic-pressure, moisture-vapor or breathability values are published on the current page. Provide the required test method and target performance so FabricsTrades can confirm the applicable specification and available documentation.

How long does a lab dip take?

A lab dip normally takes 3–5 days. A plain-color approval sample normally takes 7–10 days.

Can FabricsTrades provide OEM service?

Yes. OEM service is available depending on the buyer’s requirements, and logo customization can be evaluated for the project.

What is the production capacity?

The stated overall production capacity is more than 3 million meters per month.

What is the delivery time?

The FAQ states 3–20 days for mass production. The order information separately states a normal lead time of 15–25 days after the down payment is ready and the lab dip is confirmed. Confirm the applicable schedule for the final quantity and specification.

May buyers visit the factory?

Yes. Factory visits are welcome, and airport or station pickup may be arranged in advance.

How is the product price determined?

Pricing is based on the required functions, quality and quantity. The page describes three online quantity-price tiers, with larger quantities generally receiving more favorable pricing. Contact FabricsTrades for a current quotation.

How long is one yard in meters?

One yard equals 0.9144 meter.

Can buyers request compliance documents or testing?

Buyers can ask FabricsTrades about available test reports, certificates, declarations, technical data and third-party testing support. Availability depends on the final fabric specification, finish, production batch, destination market and requested standard.

Request a Quote or Sample

To request a quotation, A4 sample, lab dip or custom-development evaluation, provide:

• Intended garment or end use
• Required composition, GSM and width
• Color, plaid or pattern requirements
• Laminate, membrane and finish requirements
• Waterproof, breathability and durability targets
• Order quantity and required MOQ
• Destination market
• Testing, certification or documentation requirements
• Packaging and shipping preferences
• Target approval and delivery dates

FabricsTrades can then confirm the available construction, customization feasibility, sampling plan, price, lead time and supporting documentation for your project.