Union Special : Model 2200B Geotextile Sewer
Geotextile support fabrics provide a practical and less expensive alternative in producing a stable base with adequate drainage. Sewing geotextile fabric together has proven to be more effective, cost efficient and structurally superior than overlapping or other installation methods. 2200 * Rugged, portable unit * Seams light to medium weight fabrics * Easily adjustable stitch length * Upper and lower feed dog (for seaming hard to-feed fabrics) * Single or double thread stitch type * Electric or pneumatic motor Hand-Held portable units sewing geotextile fabric. Specifications 2200 CLASS * Two thread, 407 stitch, single needle * Adjustable stitch length (3-8 1/2 SPI) * Dual feed mechanism * 1200-1700 stitches per minute * 3/8" sewing capacity * Electric or pneumatic motor * Easily converted to single thread, 101 stitch Commonly Used Federal Seam Types  SSa ("Prayer" Seam) |  SSn ("J" Seam) |  SSd ("Butterfly" Seam) |
401 Stitch Thread Usage Guidelines* Mathematical formula for determining thread usage for each line of stitching | 4 + [ 2 x (thickness of seam) x (1 / length of 1 stitch)] = inches of thread use per inch seam |
*Guidelines for estimating thread usage for each line of stitching | Light weight fabric - 4 yards of thread for each yard sewn Medium weight fabric - 6 yards of thread for each yard sewn Heavy weight fabric - 9 yards of thread for each yard sewn
* Actual consumption may vary LINEAR TRAVEL | EXAMPLE | Matching RPM / (RPM Stitches per inch x 12 Inches per foot) = Feet per minute | 800 RPM / (5 Stitches per inch x 12 Inches per foot) = 15 Feet per minute |
Accessories: MB100 Metal Carrying Case for 1 or 2 machines/supplies LTS-1 Thread Stand for 1# cones of thread |
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