Table for Modifying the Stitch Tensions
Distances and idle times for modifying the stitch tensions with MSEC = 1.0:
With the machine types ST 211 - ST 811
The change of the stitch tension is independent of the machine type.
| 
                       Gauge  | Quantity of needles for changing stitch tension by one value  | Idle time  | 
|---|---|---|
E 3  | 2.66  | 5  | 
E 3,5  | 3.2  | 5  | 
E 5 (2,5.2)  | 1.8  | 7  | 
E 7 (3,5.2)  | 2.25  | 8  | 
E 8  | 3  | 9  | 
E 10 (5.2)  | 4.5  | 11  | 
E 12 (6.2)  | 4.5  | 13  | 
E 14 (7.2)  | 4.5  | 14  | 
E 16 (8.2)  | 4.8  | 4  | 
E 18 (9.2)  | 5.4  | 4.5  | 
E 20  | 6  | 5  | 
With the machine types ST 168 - ST 468, OKC and EKC
These types of machines control the step motors faster.
Power Tension Settings (PTS) depending on the machine speed:
| 
                       Command  | Meaning  | 
|---|---|
MSECNPJ = n.nn  | n.nn = 0.05 - 1.20 Not specified: MSEC = 1.0  | 
The table shows the required quantity of needles at different machine speeds for changing the stitch tension by one value.

X = Quantity of needles for the idle time