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 and OKC

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
Speed setting with the work with the NPJ command

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