--- title: Power Grid™ date: 2018-11-13T10:27:00-08:00 author: Admin Istrator canonical_url: "https://www.polartec.com/fabrics/base/power-grid" section: Interior Pages --- [Skip to Main Content](#main-content-wrapper) Accessibility Feedback Ask Us About Power Grid™ # Power Grid™. ## Beyond Ready. [ Features & Benefits. ](#fdp-features) [ Fabric Film. ](#fdp-film) [ Information. ](#fdp-information) [ FAQs. ](#faq) [ Products. ](#fdp-products) [ Stories. ](#fdp-stories) Jump to Section. Lightweight fabric, made for movement. ![Power Grid™ fabric detail]() ## Power Grid™ Key Features & Benefits. ![]()### Bi-component Knit. ![]()### Superior wicking. ![]()### Highly breathable. ![]()### Warmth without weight. ![]()### Efficient performance. ![]()### Lightweight. ![Power Grid™ fabric detail]() ![Power Grid™]() # Power Grid™. ## Polartec® Power Grid™ is a lightweight fleece base layer designed to optimize and regulate body temperature. The proprietary grid fabric construction bi-component knit wicks away moisture and transfers it to outer layers for fast evaporation. It's grid design creates open air channels to increase breathability and reduce bulk, while enhancing thermoregulation. - Comfortable and ultralight fleece, keeping you warm without weighing you down. - Breathable knit keeps heat in when it's needed, lets it out when it's not. - Removes moisture to keep you in the moment, without distractions. - Compressible for easy packing. ![Polartec® Power Grid™ is a lightweight fleece base layer designed to optimize and regulate body temperature. The proprietary grid fabric construction bi-component knit wicks away moisture and transfers it to outer layers for fast evaporation. It's grid design creates open air channels to increase breathability and reduce bulk, while enhancing thermoregulation.]() ### What is Polartec® Power Grid™? ### What is Polartec® Power Grid™? Polartec® Power Grid™ is an ultralight fleece base layer fabric designed by Polartec® to optimize body temperature regulation. Featuring a patented grid construction, Power Grid™ delivers warmth without weight, while its bi-component knit technology enhances moisture-wicking and breathability. ### How does Polartec® Power Grid™ regulate body temperature? ### How does Polartec® Power Grid™ regulate body temperature? The grid fleece design of Polartec® Power Grid™ creates open air channels that trap heat when needed and release excess warmth during activity. This dynamic thermoregulation ensures consistent comfort in changing conditions. ### How does Polartec® Power Grid™ improve moisture management? ### How does Polartec® Power Grid™ improve moisture management? The bi-component knit wicks moisture away from the skin and spreads it across the outer surface for fast evaporation, preventing saturation and keeping you dry during movement. ### How does Polartec® Power Grid™ provide breathability? ### How does Polartec® Power Grid™ provide breathability? The innovative grid construction of Polartec® Power Grid™ contains discreet areas of higher loft with voids in between, creating increased airflow in and around the fabric. Travelling via these airflows, body moisture vapor is quickly transported away for exceptional breathability. ### What is a bi-component knit? ### What is a bi-component knit? Bi-component knit technology uses two different types of yarns in a single fabric structure. For Polartec® Power Dry™ we use yarns with different surface areas to create more space for water uptake on the outside of the fabric which acts as a siphon to transport moisture away from the skin. This allows Power Dry™ to maximize moisture transfer to ensure rapid evaporation, enhanced breathability and quick-drying performance. ### Is Polartec® Power Grid™ warm despite being lightweight? ### Is Polartec® Power Grid™ warm despite being lightweight? Yes! Polartec® Power Grid™ delivers warmth without weight by trapping heat efficiently while remaining breathable. Its lightweight construction makes an ideal base layer in cold conditions. ### How breathable is Polartec® Power Grid™? ### How breathable is Polartec® Power Grid™? Polartec® Power Grid™ is highly breathable thanks to its unique grid structure which increases airflow and enhances breathability. This allows excess heat and moisture to escape while maintaining insulation when needed. ### What types of garments can be made with Polartec® Power Grid™? ### What types of garments can be made with Polartec® Power Grid™? Polartec® Power Grid™ is ideal for base layers, mid-layers, and activewear designed for outdoor activities, high-performance sports, and cold-weather adventures. ### Is Polartec® Power Grid™ easy to pack? ### Is Polartec® Power Grid™ easy to pack? Polartec® Power Grid™ is highly packable, making it easy to compress when travelling, and for outdoor expeditions or layering on the go. ### How should I care for garments made with Polartec® Power Grid™? ### How should I care for garments made with Polartec® Power Grid™? To maintain performance, wash Polartec® Power Grid™ fabric in cold water with mild detergent and avoid fabric softeners. Be sure to always follow the garment’s care instructions. ### How can I purchase Polartec® Power Grid™ fabric? ### How can I purchase Polartec® Power Grid™ fabric? If you're interested in using Polartec® Power Grid™ for your designs or collections, please fill out the form below. Our team will contact you with more details and assist with your request. Looking for inspiration for your designs? Check out Products and our Made To Partner stories. ## Go Beyond, Today. From industry insider access, to community updates, be the first to know what we’re doing next. [ Made With Power Grid™. ](/products?Fabric%20Technology=Power%20Grid%E2%84%A2) [ ![Polartec® Collection]() Montirex. ### Polartec® Collection. Made with **Fleece Series.** | **Power Grid™.** ](https://www.polartec.com/partners/products/montirex-montirex-polartec-collection) [ ![Men's R1® Fleece Pullover]() Patagonia. ### Men's R1® Fleece Pullover. Made with **Power Grid™.** ](https://www.polartec.com/partners/products/patagonia-inc-mens-r1-fleece-pullover) [ ![Women's R1® Fleece Pullover]() Patagonia. ### Women's R1® Fleece Pullover. Made with **Power Grid™.** ](https://www.polartec.com/partners/products/patagonia-inc-womens-r1-fleece-pullover) [ ![PRO Sun Hoodie]() Orvis. ### PRO Sun Hoodie. Made with **Power Grid™.** ](https://www.polartec.com/partners/products/orvis-pro-sun-hoodie) [ ![Women's Thermal Base layer long sleeves]() MAAP. ### Women's Thermal Base layer long sleeves. Made with **Power Grid™.** ](https://www.polartec.com/partners/products/maap-womens-thermal-base-layer-long-sleeves) [ ![Women's Thermal Base layer Tee]() MAAP. ### Women's Thermal Base layer Tee. Made with **Power Grid™.** ](https://www.polartec.com/partners/products/maap-womens-thermal-base-layer-tee) [ ![Women's Thermal Base layer Vest]() MAAP. ### Women's Thermal Base layer Vest. Made with **Power Grid™.** ](https://www.polartec.com/partners/products/maap-womens-thermal-base-layer-vest) [ ![Men's Thermal Base layer long sleeves]() MAAP. ### Men's Thermal Base layer long sleeves. Made with **Power Grid™.** ](https://www.polartec.com/partners/products/maap-mens-thermal-base-layer-long-sleeves) [ ![Men's Thermal Base layer Tee]() MAAP. ### Men's Thermal Base layer Tee. Made with **Power Grid™.** ](https://www.polartec.com/partners/products/maap-mens-thermal-base-layer-tee) [ ![Men's Thermal Base layer Vest]() MAAP. ### Men's Thermal Base layer Vest. Made with **Power Grid™.** ](https://www.polartec.com/partners/products/maap-mens-thermal-base-layer-vest) [View All Power Grid™. ](/products?Fabric%20Technology=Power%20Grid%E2%84%A2) ![Delta™]()## Delta™. Beyond Feeling Cool. Patented evaporative cooling fabric technology, made for hot conditions. [Explore Delta™. ](https://www.polartec.com/fabrics/base/delta) ![Power Dry™]()## Power Dry™. Beyond Moisture Control. Next to skin perspiration management, made for performance activities. [Explore Power Dry™. ](https://www.polartec.com/fabrics/base/power-dry) ![Power Stretch™]()## Power Stretch™. Beyond The Moves. Dynamic stretch and recovery knit technology, made for performance. [Explore Power Stretch™. ](https://www.polartec.com/fabrics/base/power-stretch) ![Power Stretch™ Pro]()## Power Stretch™ Pro. Beyond The Toughest Moves. Premium dynamic stretch and recovery knit technology, made for elite performance. [Explore Power Stretch™ Pro. ](https://www.polartec.com/fabrics/base/power-stretch-pro) ![Power Wool™]()## Power Wool™. Beyond Natural Performance. Versatile bi-component wool knit, made for comfort. [Explore Power Wool™. ](https://www.polartec.com/fabrics/base/power-wool) ## Power Grid™ Stories. 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