Taitexma vs Silver Reed
- September 7, 2023
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There are very few fresh-out-of-the-box machines available these days. Which machine is best for you? It depends on what you are looking for. You have choices:
Electronic Machines:
Silver Reed machines use an external device for stitch patterns. Most commonly, knitters use a computer and DesignaKnit for stitch patterns. Using Cables, the computer sends the information to the knitting machine for selecting and de-selecting needles for stitch patterning. Another method is using a PE-1 Device for patterning.
For example, if row 7 of the pattern selects every 3rd needle. after completing row 6, every 3rd needle is positioned to pattern on the NEXT row. This is as if you used a needle pusher and selected the patterning needles manually before knitting a row.
Electronic Machines:
At this time Taitexma does not offer Electronic machines.
- Electronic, manual, punchcard
- Plastic or metal bed
- Needle pitch (gauge determines the weight of yarn to use)
- Delivery time
- Cost
Silver Reed Models Available
Terms: Standard, Mid, Bulky- Standard with punchcard SK280 (optional ribber)
- Electronic Standard SK840 (optional ribber)
- Mid-gauge (plastic) LK150
Silver Reed Availability
Silver Reed machines are generally stocked and available for immediate shipment.Taitexma Availability
Taitexma machines are made in Taiwan and are ordered in bulk. Expect your order to take approx 10-12 weeks for delivery.Silver Reed Notes
Silver Reed machines select the needles to pattern as the row is being knit. There is no "preview" of what needles are going to pattern.Electronic Machines:
Silver Reed machines use an external device for stitch patterns. Most commonly, knitters use a computer and DesignaKnit for stitch patterns. Using Cables, the computer sends the information to the knitting machine for selecting and de-selecting needles for stitch patterning. Another method is using a PE-1 Device for patterning.
Taitexma Notes
Taitexma punchcard machines pre-select needles. (like the vintage Brother machines)For example, if row 7 of the pattern selects every 3rd needle. after completing row 6, every 3rd needle is positioned to pattern on the NEXT row. This is as if you used a needle pusher and selected the patterning needles manually before knitting a row.
Electronic Machines:
At this time Taitexma does not offer Electronic machines.
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