Disperse Dyeability of Polypropylene Fibres via Microwave and Ultrasonic Energy

Abstract

In this study, the dyeability of polypropylene fibres with a disperse dye via microwave and ultrasonic energy was examined. A dye bath having a liquor-to-goods ratio of 20:1, and including dyestuff 2% owf was prepared and dyeing experiments using microwave and ultrasonic energy were carried out. In the case of microwave dyeing, experiments have been carried out at different energy levels (L, M-L, M, M-H and H) and different time ranges (1 to 5 min) while in the case of ultrasonic energy different temperatures (20, 40, 60 and 80 °C) and different time range (1 min to 30 min) were used. Additionally, effect of carrier was also investigated. Dyed samples were examined by determining their K/S values. Diffusion coefficients in all methods were calculated using Shibusawa's approximation of Hill's equation. Washing fastnesses of dyed samples were also examined. This study showed that the dyeability of polypropylene fibres was increased by both microwave and ultrasonic energy.

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