Absorption of liquid by capillary action along the fibres of the base metal. For an alternative use, see solder wicking.
The flow of solder along the strands of multistrand conductors.
Flow of solder up a component lead away from the area of the joint, usually caused by a temperature differential.
Dispersing or spreading of moisture or liquid through a given area by capillary action in a material.
Property of a fabric to transport moisture away from the skin to the outer side of the fabric where it can evaporate. Wicking is crucial when working up a sweat in cold weather, since you can later become chilled from your own perspiration.
The ability of a fiber to move moisture from your skin to the surface of the fabric so that it can evaporate and keep you more comfortable
Capillary absorption of liquid (including water) along the fibers of the base material. The flow of solder along the strands and under the insulation of stranded lead wire.
Movement of moisture within a fabric by capillary action, usually along the filament surface, to where it can evaporate quickly.
A term referring to excellent liquid absorption properties.
The ability of a fiber to transfer moisture along its surface.
The physical action of drawing liquid moisture (sweat) away from the body and moving it to another surface or layer.
The process of spreading or dispersing of moisture through a given area. Now used mostly in outerwear, activewear and golf shirts to disperse or “wick away” perspiration.
absorption of a liquid by capillary action along a thread or through the material (e.g., the enhanced penetration of liquids through undetected holes in a glove).
The rapid movement of moisture along the fiber surface, usually by capillary action.
The absorption of moisture containing dirt or pollutants into the substrate fibers.
The evaporation of moisture or liquid from porous materials, as induced through equilibrium or as forced using air movers.
Cord, loosely woven or braided tape or tubing to be cut into wicks, as well as dispersing or spreading moisture or liquid through a given area, vertically or horizontally.
A phenomenon that occurs when moisture accumulates at the edge of a fabric where substrate yarns may be exposed, or in sewn seams where threads come in contact with the substrate and moister is absorbed into a fabric.
The flow of a liquid along a surface into a narrow space (much like capillary action).
The process of moisture movement by capillary action, as contrasted to movement of water vapor.
Moisture movement by capillary action. It usually refers to technical fabrics that move sweat away from the skin to the outer surface of the fabric, where it evaporates. Learn how to choose fitness clothing.
The capacity of a fibre to transport moisture away from itself.
refers to the ability of a fabric to move moisture (sweat) away from the skin to the outer layer of fabric where it can evaporate more easily thus helping to keep the skin dry. Used in activewear and high performance fabrics.
The passage of fluids along or through a textile material.
The longitudinal flow of a liquid in a wire or cable due to capillary action.
Refers to a problem with moisture passing through the thread by capillary action. Many manufacturers are using CW Core or 100% Cotton to minimize wicking because the cotton swells when it is wet and fills the seam. Sometimes a special anti-wicking finish is applied to the thread to minimize wicking; however, this finish also can have an adverse affect on the frictional characteristic of the thread.
The drawing of moisture into wood through the cells by capillary action in the direction of the grain. When wood is placed in direct contact with the ground, water is drawn in and decay can occur.
