LiteShell™ Spunbond – High-Strength, Cost-Effective Waterproof Laminate

LiteShell™ PPSB is a practical lightweight protective laminate designed for rainwear, outdoor group events, travel backup shells, and coastal activity apparel. By combining a PE microporous breathable membrane with PPSB spunbond nonwoven, it provides windproof, waterproof, and breathable performance in a structured, packable material format. Compared with softer nonwoven options, the PPSB surface offers a lightly crisp hand feel that helps reduce wet cling, maintain garment shape, and support cost-efficient production for scalable outerwear programs.

 Lightweight
 Breathable
 Waterproof

LiteShell™ PPSB – Practical, Lightweight Protection for Everyday Outdoor Use

LiteShell PPSB Series

Engineered by Kae Hwa Industrial Co., Ltd. — over 60 years of expertise in breathable barrier technology.

For lightweight rainwear, event jackets, and packable outdoor shells, manufacturers need a material that balances protection, cost efficiency, and production practicality. LiteShell™ PPSB combines a PE microporous breathable membrane with PPSB spunbond nonwoven to create a lightweight, windproof, and waterproof-breathable laminate for daily and outdoor protection.

Compared with basic plastic rainwear, LiteShell™ PPSB offers a more structured nonwoven hand feel, improved wearability, and better moisture-vapor release. It is designed for applications where practical protection, easy storage, and reliable bulk production matter most.

Lightly Structured for Better Wearability

The PPSB spunbond outer layer gives the laminate a lightly crisp structure that helps reduce cling when the garment is wet or worn over long periods. This creates a more stable air gap inside the jacket, supporting better comfort during commuting, travel, outdoor events, and coastal activities.

Built for Practical Durability

The spunbond nonwoven substrate provides practical tensile support and improved handling strength for everyday use. It is suitable for lightweight protective jackets, group event rainwear, budget travel shells, and other applications where the fabric must remain easy to convert, easy to wear, and cost-effective at scale.

Garment Conversion Ready

LiteShell™ PPSB is designed for cut-and-sew production and can be developed with selected seam-taping or sealing solutions according to the final garment design. Seam performance should be validated based on the selected tape, temperature, pressure, garment structure, and required waterproof standard.

Core Advantages

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Lightly Structured PPSB Outer

Provides a crisp, non-clingy hand feel with practical support for lightweight rainwear and outdoor shells.

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PE Microporous Breathable Membrane

Blocks wind and rain while allowing moisture vapor to escape for improved wearer comfort.

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Practical Durability

Offers better handling strength than softer nonwoven options, supporting daily wear, travel use, and bulk event applications.

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Cost-Efficient Production

Lightweight, packable, and suitable for high-volume cut-and-sew garment programs.

Application Fit

Ideal for stadium rainwear, outdoor group events, backpacking shells, budget travel rain jackets, fishing coats, and coastal activity protection.

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Stadium Rainwear

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Outdoor Group Events

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Backpacking Shells

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Budget Travel Rain Jackets

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Fishing Coats

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Coastal Activity Protection

PPSB vs. Spunlace: Practical Structure Over Soft Quietness

While the Spunlace version focuses on a softer, quieter, and more comfort-oriented wearing experience, LiteShell™ PPSB is designed for practical structure, durability, and cost-efficient production.

LiteShell™ Spunlace

Softer, quieter, comfort-oriented wearing experience with a gentle micro-bulky touch — best suited for daily, silent outdoor use.

LiteShell™ PPSB

Lightly crisp hand feel and better shape retention, maintaining an air gap instead of clinging to the skin in rain, wind, or sweat.

In simple terms, Spunlace is the choice for softness and quiet comfort, while PPSB is the choice for structured protection, practical durability, and scalable value — offering a more scalable, value-oriented solution for events, travel, fishing, and everyday outdoor use.

Specification

LiteShell PPSB Specification
BrandLiteShell™ PPSB
Product FormLaminated Roll Goods
MaterialPE Microporous Breathable Membrane + PPSB Spunbond Nonwoven
Structure2-Layer or 3-Layer Composite
Breathability MechanismMicroporous Vapor Transmission
Barrier PropertiesWindproof & Waterproof Barrier
Surface TreatmentCorona / Anti-static / Custom Colors & Pattern Printing
Weight50 - 150 gsm
Overall Width80-2000mm (Customizable)
Length800-1500m
ApplicationStadium Rainwear, Outdoor Group Events, Backpacking Shells, Budget Travel Rain Jackets, Fishing Coats, Coastal Activity Protection
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Why Choose LiteShell™ PPSB

LiteShell™ PPSB is built for practical lightweight protection. Combining PE microporous breathable membrane with structured PPSB spunbond nonwoven, it provides windproof, waterproof, and breathable performance in a crisp, packable laminate.

Designed for daily rainwear, outdoor events, travel backup jackets, and coastal activity protection, LiteShell™ PPSB gives brands a cost-effective material solution for scalable garment programs.

Structured Surface｜Helps reduce wet cling and maintain garment shape.
Weather Protection｜Blocks rain and wind while releasing moisture vapor.
Lightweight Packability｜Easy to fold, carry, and store.
Production Friendly｜Suitable for 2L and 3L lightweight outerwear designs.
Scalable Value｜A practical option for OEM and high-volume apparel programs.

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FAQ

LiteShell™ PPSB is a lightweight waterproof, windproof, and breathable laminate made by combining a PE microporous breathable membrane with PPSB spunbond nonwoven. It is designed for practical rainwear, event jackets, travel backup shells, fishing coats, and other lightweight outdoor protective garments.

The Spunlace version focuses more on softness, lower friction noise, and a gentler wearing experience. LiteShell™ PPSB focuses more on structure, practicality, and cost efficiency.

Its spunbond nonwoven surface gives the laminate a lightly crisp hand feel, helping the garment keep shape and reduce wet cling. This makes PPSB more suitable for high-volume rainwear, group event jackets, travel shells, and practical outdoor protection.

Yes. LiteShell™ PPSB uses a PE microporous breathable membrane that helps block rain and wind while allowing moisture vapor to escape. This balance supports wearer comfort during daily commuting, travel, light outdoor activities, and coastal use.

Final waterproof performance may depend on the selected fabric structure, garment design, seam sealing, and testing requirements.

LiteShell™ PPSB is suitable for lightweight rain jackets, event rainwear, stadium spectator jackets, backpacking backup shells, budget travel rainwear, fishing coats, coastal activity protection, and packable outdoor garments.

It is especially suitable for applications that require practical weather protection, lightweight storage, and scalable production rather than premium woven-shell performance.

Yes. LiteShell™ PPSB can be developed in 2-layer and 3-layer constructions depending on the target garment design and application. A 2-layer structure is suitable for lightweight and cost-efficient rainwear, while a 3-layer structure provides a more complete laminate construction with improved inner-side coverage and wearing stability.