How to use the AK-1 cut pile tufting gun
Hello. We areTufting studio & shop RUGMATAG, a tufting workshop and equipment/materials specialty store in Osaka. This time, we have written an article on the basics of using the AK-1 Cut Pile Tufting Gun , a particularly popular model among tufting guns. We hope this article will be helpful for those who say, "I bought an AK-1 but I'm having trouble using it..." or "I bought an AK-1 and want to start tufting, but I'm not sure how to use it..."
How to use the AK-1 cut pile tufting gun
② Plug the AK-1 into an outlet and turn it on (do not use any adapter other than the one provided).
3. Pull the trigger to check the speed of the action (adjust the speed to your liking using the knob at the bottom of the grip).
④ Thread the yarn through the needle hole and the guide hole. (Please use yarn suitable for tufting. To purchase special yarn, click here → Yarn lineup )
⑤Hold the grip and handle of the AK-1 firmly and insert the needle into the cross and press firmly.
⑥ Move the AK-1 at a moderate speed while pulling the trigger.
7. Release your finger from the trigger and pull the needle out of the cross.
8. Insert the yarn at appropriate intervals to create your desired design!
It takes practice to weave the yarn neatly. Before trying to create a project straight away, try weaving it on a piece of practice fabric first. Practice until you can create straight lines, even spacing between yarns, and beautiful curves.
What should I do in these situations?
The fabric gets torn...
・The yarn won't break...
・It becomes sparse...
You may be moving the AK-1 too fast or spacing the rows of yarn too far apart.
・I want to change the length of the pile...
summary
This time we introduced how to use the AK-1 cut pile tufting gun. Tufting guns such as the AK-1 may look simple, but they are surprisingly delicate. If used incorrectly, the fabric may tear or the tufting may not be done properly. Using the machine improperly can cause injury or even damage, so if you handle it carefully and avoid putting too much strain on the machine, you will achieve a beautiful finish.
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