Collins, Novelty Twister, 1971, 128 Spindles, 6" Ring, 8" Gauge

Description

  1. Overview
    1. Novelty twister with two independently driven feed rolls
    2. 128 spindles
    3. 6" ring
    4. 8" gauge
    5. Bobbin size 14"
    6. Year: 1971
    7. Serial: 1457
  2. Specifications
    1. Main motor: 50 hp, 120 amp, 1725 rpm
    2. One motor with drive shaft and belts running spindles
    3. Air valves to engage spindles
    4. Cam drive for rail up and down
    5. Machine length: 50 feet
    6. Machine width: 48 inches
    7. Can be divided into 4 sections: 3 of 12 feet and 1 of 14 feet
    8. Free standing floor creel on each side, 77 inches wide
    9. Drive system: shaft down the middle driven by one motor, belts from shaft drive 2 spindles each
    10. Two rolls with an overfeed or slubbing device on the top roll
    11. Does not require a compressor for operation
  3. Included Items
    1. Gears for Z and S twist
    2. Approximately 50 to 60 gears from 20T to 61T
    3. Stop motion, bobbin builder, and start and stop button
    4. Approximately 750 bobbins
    5. Full set of bobbins
    6. Extra bobbins and spare parts