Model J – Frame I – Tompkins USA – Circular Knitting Machine Specialists

Tompkins® Model J – Frame I

Latch Needle Sinker Top, Single Knit Machine

A proven and robust Jersey circular knitting machine offering impressive speed and reliability, the Model J is used in a variety of industries for apparel, industrial filtration, food processing, medical and for countless others applications. With the versatility of interchangeable diameters from 3 to 10 inches, the Model J is able to produce multiple products on one platform allowing for improved operational efficiency, produced material and investment return.

– 3″ to 10″ available in 8 Interchangeable Diameters

Food Processing
Filters
Cleaning Wipes
Headbands, Wristbands
Medical Terry Applications

Machine Specifications
Height	105 in. (266.70cm) to top of Side Creel Tubes
Width – Outside Diameter at Positive Storage Feeders	60 in. (152.4cm)
At Floor	30 in. x 31in. (76.2cm x 81.3cm)
Weight	1150 pounds (512.63kg)
Horsepower	2.0
Drive System	Tompkins Electronic AC Motor Controller with smooth start and stop.
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	16, 18, 24, 28
Track	Singe and Two Track
Positive Storage Feeder System	With input and output stop motions, tensioner and knot catcher – standard.
Fabric Collection – Electronic	2 roll balanced takedown system to reduce vibration at high speeds with precision fabric rollup for 24 inch diameter roll.
Interchangeable Heads – Rapid Change System	All diameters of the Frame Size I range of 3 to 10 inches. For example: The knitting head of an 10 inch diameter machine can be easily replaced with a 3 inch diameter knitting head.
Drop Gates	For easy accessibility.
Machine Speeds	Start, stop and jog with three programmable jog speeds.
Needle Detectors	Standard on all models.
Lubrication System	Uniwave Model No. 419 Mini projectile lubricator with auto flush VI system.
Safety Roll Shutoff	Standard on all models.

Diameter	Model No.	No. Feeds	RPM*	Cut (Needles/Inch)
3 inch (7.62cm)	J0312	12	300	16-32
4inch (10.16cm)	J0416	16	300	16-32
5 inch (12.70cm)	J0520	20	240	16-32
6 inch (15.24)	J0624	24	200	16-32
7 inch (17.78cm)	J0728	28	171	16-32
8 inch (20.32cm)	J0832	32	150	16-32
9 inch (22.86cm)	J0936	36	133	16-32
10 inch (25.40cm)	J1040	40	120	16-32

*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 voltages available (380, 416, 480 and 550)
Upper level multi-direction lint single fan link blowing system
Multi-speed positive storage feeding system

Tompkins J Series – Frame I Brochure Sheet

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