The Differences between the Polyester Lanyards and Nylon Lanyards

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Ethan Carter

June 23, 2026
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In our lives, polyester and nylon materials are often used in our daily lives. These two materials are used to make many products, such as lanyards. On the basis of this reason, we should learn to distinguish the difference between the polyester lanyard and nylon lanyard when we need to buy a lanyard. It will help us to find a suitable product. Polyester is a synthetic fiber, which is the raw material of chemical fiber fabrics. Nylon is the first synthetic fiber in the world, which can also be called polyamide. However, the differences between polyester lanyards and nylon lanyards involve three directions as follows:

1. The difference in visual

The polyester lanyards were darker than nylon lanyards. The polyester lanyards were not soft enough, and they were not easy to fold. The smoothness of the polyester lanyards was slightly worse than that of nylon lanyards. On the contrary, the nylon lanyards exhibited a bright color, a smooth surface, and good collapse resistance. When we see these two types of lanyards, it will be easier to identify their raw materials.

The difference in visual

视觉上的差异
 

2. The difference of the touching

The nylon lanyards were smoother than polyester lanyards. The polyester lanyards were strong, elastic, extensible, and easy to heal after folding. The nylon lanyards are stiff and easy to transverse deformation. Under the action of a small external force, they can produce wrinkles. In the same amount of sweat, the nylon lanyards are more hygroscopic.

 The difference in touch

3. The difference in property

Polyester is a synthetic fiber in one important species; it is the trade name of polyester fiber. Nylon is the trade name of polyamide fiber. Polyester lanyards have better heat resistance; the ironing temperature can be 180℃. The ironing temperature of nylon lanyards should be controlled below 140℃.

From the overall performance, the nylon lanyard’s wear resistance, stress, colorfastness, and glossiness are better than those of the polyester lanyards. Generally speaking, the cost of the nylon lanyards was higher than polyester lanyards. But actually, the lanyards made by high-grade polyester materials were more expensive than the lanyards made by nylon materials.

GSJJ is a company that sells different types of personalized lanyards, including polyester lanyards, nylon lanyards, woven lanyards, and tubular lanyards. Our clients are from worldwide. They both give us good feedback and are satisfied with our personalized lanyards. The aim of our company is to give our customers the best user experience and design lanyards that meet their requirements. If you need to order the lanyards, tell us, and we will give you the best service.

Our website URL: https://www.gs-jj.com/lanyards/Custom-Lanyards

Email:  info@gs-jj.com

Tel: 1-866-573-4920

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