Circular Knitting Machines Regular Size - In Stock

The Ashcroft Makers 3D printed Circular Knitting machine is made from 3D filament, is portable, lightweight and clamps to any desk, worktop or table and arrives fully assembled and includes:

• ONE cylinder of your choice in sizes 48, 52, 58, 60, 64, 68 or 72 WITH needles
• Digital Row Counter
• 10 Spare Needles
• 3 Table Clamps
• 3 Heel Forks
• Tension unit, Adjuster and Feeder for all cylinder sizes
• Cast on Basket and Knitted Cast on Bonnet
• 500g Knitting Weight and Buckle
• Screwdriver for cylinder removal
• Printed User Guide
• Printed Pattern Book
• Latch Tool
• Non-Slip Mat

• Ashcroft Makers 3D printed Circular Knitting machine works in a circular motion with the speed controlled by the handle, which is located at the front of the casing and can be used in a clockwise or a counter clockwise motion.
• The central placement of the handle benefits both right and left handed knitters.
•  The yarn feeder is stationary and has a Dual Tension OPEN Cam System.
• As you turn the handle the cylinder rotates, moving the needles upwards towards the yarn feeder.
• This moves the needles into a working position, so the yarn hooks onto the needles and forms the stitch.
• The needles are held in place by a band.
• Knitting gauge can be adjusted by changing the placement of the tension levers on either side of the outer casing and also by the position of the tension unit adjuster.
• The knitter only has to thread the sock yarn on the machine and you’re good to go.
• The brackets accommodate the optional ribber.

Measuring Your Foot for Socks

• Measure around the ball of the foot and around the calf. 
• Then choose a cylinder size that is around 1 inch smaller than your actual foot/calf measurement.
• Every 4 needles on the Ashcroft cylinder knit approximately to 0.25 inch, so a 48 slot cylinder divided by 4 = 12 X 0.25 inch = 3 inch diameter or 6 inch sock circumference.
• Cylinders with 4 ply yarn or 4/16nm (400M/100gr) knit to:
• 48 cylinder - 3 inch diameter / 6 inch sock circumference
• 52 cylinder - 3.25 inch diameter / 6.5 inch sock circumference
• 56 cylinder - 3.5 inch diameter / 7 inch sock circumference
• 60 cylinder - 3.75 inch diameter / 7.5 inch sock circumference
• 64 cylinder - 4 inch diameter / 8 inch sock circumference
• 68 cylinder - 4.25 inch diameter / 8.5 inch sock circumference 
• 72 cylinder - 4.5 inch diameter / 9 inch sock circumference
• The foot size is determined by the number of rows between the heel and the toe. 55 rows of knitting should be equal to size 6UK, 39EU, 8US. You can add/deduct 5 rows for each shoe size.
• Keep in mind that the sock will need to be slightly smaller than your actual foot/leg measurement to account for negative ease, usually 1 inch for adults and 1/2 inch for children.

Extras

• Additional sized cylinders and needles are available.
• If spare parts are required please email us with your requirements at: contact@ashcroftmakers.com
• DO NOT use or store/leave the machine in direct sunlight/car interior, as it will warp.
• This product is not a toy and not intended for children under the age of 14 years of age. (UK Toy Safety Regulations 2011)
• Please ensure that the warranty meets your needs, before purchasing.
• Each machine is handmade and tested before leaving the studio, the knitted cast on bonnet is made on your machine.
• Ribbers and Dials are sold separately.
• Your circular knitting machine will be dispatched within 4-5 days of your order, via Royal Mail Special Delivery or Parcel Force International with   FREE SHIPPING