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

*Photos may not be of model selected and include optional features.

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