Tompkins USA – Circular Knitting Machine Specialists
Tompkins® Model R – Frame I
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.
– 3″ to 7″ available in 5 Interchangeable Diameters
- Medical (cuffs, tubes, braces, bandages)
- Apparel (hats, collars, seamless body garments, leg warmers)
- Safety (Kevlar sleeves, cuffs)
- Industrial Products
| Machine Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Height | 90 in. (229cm) to top of Side Creel Tubes |
| Width – Outside Diameter at Positive Storage Feeders | 42 in. (107cm) |
| Weight | 950 pounds (431kg) to 1050 pounds (476kg) |
| Horsepower | 1.0 |
| 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 | 24, 36, 42 |
| 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 6 inch diameter machine can be easily replaced with any of the other diameters withing the Frame Size I. |
| 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. |
| Safety Roll Shutoff | Standard on all models. |
| Diameter | Model No. | No. Feeds | RPM* | Cut (Needles/Inch) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 inch (7.62)cm | R0304 | 4 | 200 | 3-12 |
| 4 inch (10.1cm) | R0406 | 6 | 200 | 4-12 |
| 5 inch (12.70cm) | R0508 | 8 | 175 | 4-13 |
| 6 inch (15.24cm) | R0610 | 10 | 150 | 5-14 |
| 7 inch (17.78cm) | R0712 | 12 | 128 | 6-14 |
*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 (380, 416, 480, 550 VAC)
- Dial tuck system
- 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.