Difference between Tricot and Raschel warp knitting machine

 

Difference between Tricot and Raschel warp knitting machine.

Tricot Knitting m/c	Raschel Knitting m/c
1) In the past, bearded needle was used but now a days compound needle used.	1) Raschel m/c used latch needle together with a wire or blade
2) Tricot machines have a gauge expressed in needles per inch	2) Raschel m/c have a gauge expressed in needles per two inch (5cm)
3) Chain link numbering 0,1,2,3,4, etc., generally, with three links per course.	3) Chain link numbering 0,2,4,6,8, etc., generally, with two links per course.
4) The fabric is drawn-away towards the batching roller almost at right angles to the needle bar.	4) The fabric is drawn downwards from the needles almost parallel to the bar at an angle of 120*-160*
5) Mechanical attention is carried out at the front of the m/c.	5) Mechanical attention is carried out at the back of the m/c.
6) The sinker are joined to each other at the front and back.	6) The sinker are not joined together by a lead across their ends nearest to the needle bar.
7) High speed production	7) Low speed production
8) Uses : Lingerie, Swim wear, sleep wear, sportwear’s, bonded backing fabric, Skirt n blouses	8) Uses : Laces and trim, nets, dress fabrics, sweater fabric, blankets, under wear.