Tompkins USA – Circular Knitting Machine Specialists
Tompkins® Model R – Frame III
Latch Needle Rib Machine
The Model R’s capabilities allow it to produce a range of products at incredible speed and with incredible quality. With optional contouring and needle selection abilities, the Model R is a versatile rib machine capable of everything from basic ribbed products to advanced medical compression applications. Available in diameters from 3 to 19 inches across, with multiple configurations the Model R has few limitations.
– 14″ to 19″ available in 6 Interchangeable Diameters
– Featuring Stitch Cam Adjustment with Relative Fixed Knockover Point (Pat. 5,881,571)
- Medical (cuffs, tubes, braces, bandages)
- Apparel (hats, collars, seamless body garments, leg warmers)
- Safety (Kevlar sleeves, cuffs)
- Industrial Products
| Machine Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Height | 100 in. (254cm) to top of Side Creel Tubes |
| Width – Outside Diameter at Positive Storage Feeders | 59 in. (150cm) |
| Weight | 1700 pounds (771kg) to 1900 pounds (862kg). |
| Horsepower | 2.0 |
| Drive System | Tompkins Electronic AC Motor Controller. |
| Standard Electrics | All modes 220 volts, single or 3 phase, 50/60 hertz power (voltage range 253-188). If other operating voltage is required, please contact Tompkins USA. |
| Needle Cut Groups | 12, 14, 18 |
| Track | Single (cylinder and dial) |
| Manual Operation | Ratchet handle for ease of manual adjustment. |
| Positive Storage Feeder System | With input and output stop motions, tensioner and knot catcher – standard. |
| Fabric Collection | 2 roll balanced takedown system to reduce vibration at high speeds with precision fabric rollup. |
| Interchangeable Heads | Example: Knitting head of a 15 inch diameter machine can be easily replaced with any of the other diameters within the Frame Size III. |
| Parameter Unit | Programs Electronic AC Motor Controller. |
| Machine Speeds | Three selectable and programmable machine speeds – Hi, Lo and Jog. Bypass of stop motion in Jog speed only. |
| Needle Detectors | Standard on all models. |
| Mist Oil Lubrication System | Standard on all models. |
| Safety Roll Shutoff | Standard on all models. |
| Fabric Light | Standard on most models. |
| Diameter | Model No. | No. Feeds | RPM* | Cut (Needles/Inch) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 inch (35.56cm) | R1428 | 28 | 86 | 10-15 |
| 15 inch (38.10cm) | R1530 | 30 | 80 | 10-15 |
| 16 inch (40.64) | R1632 | 32 | 75 | 10-15 |
| 17 inch (43.18) | R1734 | 34 | 71 | 10-15 |
| 18 inch (45.72) | R1836 | 36 | 67 | 10-15 |
| 19 inch (48.26) | R1938 | 38 | 63 | 10-15 |
*1200 speed factor
**Machine RPM is dependent on yarn quality and fabric configuration.
- Preset revolution counter
- Lycra feed system
- Omnidirectional warning light system – 2 color
- Lock-out switch – manual motor starting switch setup for manual lockout
- Standard range of transformers available
- Contoured tubing system (used in conjunction with lycra system)
- Multi-directional cylinder and dial lint removal system
- Upper level multi-directional single fan lint blowing system
- Multi-speed positive storage feeding system
- Drop gates for easy accessibility
*Photos may not be of model selected and include optional features.