Drum Carder - Fancy Kitty - LITTLE TOM - Manual
Card your own art batts! Exceptional tool for the Felters Studio!
Create delicious art batts for felting or spinning on your very own drum carder.
This little gem is perfect for the small studio, and no clamps are required, so you can card wherever you want :).
*Please note: Free shipping is available in the lower 48 states only. For shipments to Alaska and Hawaii please call us at 877-665-5790 for a shipping quote.*
INCLUDED WITH THIS DRUM CARDER:
- Removable feed tray for easy cleaning and storage
- Brush attachment
- Blending Brush
- Doffer Stick for breaking the batt
- Hemostat for cleaning and safe removal of fibers near axels
- Handled pick for cleaning and removing fibers from drum
CHOOSE YOUR CARDING CLOTH TPI
TPI refers to “teeth per square inch”
Higher number = more densely packed teeth and finer Carding Cloth
Carding cloth teeth are listed in two numbers; the first number is the cloth TPI for your licker-in, and the second number is the cloth TPI for the big drum.
54/54 TPI—Coarse- Suitable for smooth combed tops to wool locks
- Produces a smooth to highly textured batt/roving.
- *Fibers can be passed through multiple times to achieve a smoother texture.
72/72 TPI –Medium
- An LF favorite and top seller!
- This TPI is very versatile and suitable for most fibers; MC-1, Bergschaf, Maori, Alpaca, NZ Corriedale, Merino Top, luster fibers, you name it!
- Produces a smooth to moderate textured batt/roving.
- *Fibers can be passed through multiple times to achieve a smoother texture.
72/90 TPI—Fine
- This TPI will card most fibers but is better suitable for finer fibers
- Produces a smooth to lightly textured batt/roving.
90/120 TPI --Super Fine
- Suitable for very fine, delicate fibers
- Produces a dreamy smooth finished batt/roving
TWO RATIOS for different types of fibers
CARDING FLEECE/LOCKS = 6:1 ratio
CARDING ROVING/SLIVER and prepared fibers = 4:1 ratio
CARDER SPECS
- Finished Batt Size: 8" x 38"
- Dimensions: 22.5” L x 12” W x 12.5” H
- Weight: 21 lbs.
- Fancy Kitten drum carders are made from 100% North American Red Oak hardwoods. The slide-out feed tray is made from one-quarter-inch hardwood veneer.
- No clamps required so you can use this carder in the middle of your table
- Easily adjustable
- 1/2” long carder wire gives the ability to produce nice, thick batts
- Rubber non-skid feet
- With the exception of the screw on handle, this carder will arrive fully assembled and ready to use at no extra charge.
MADE IN THE USA W/ QUALITY CRAFTSMANSHIP
- Finely sanded and finished with Tung Oil for eco-friendly protection that brings out the wood's natural beauty.
- Fully adjustable drums mounted on steel axles with sealed steel ball bearings on both the swift and licker-in for silky smooth lubrication-free operation.
- They have 3/8 aluminum handles for flex-free turning strength.
- They are built using modern methods, quality parts, and handcrafted care.
- The drums come preadjusted for optimum performance; however, they can be easily readjusted for your varying requirements.
- Dressed with solid brass strips and all adjustment screws are stainless steel or zinc plated for long and rust-free life.
100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE
- All our Fancy Kitty products come with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. You may return any item within 14 days of receipt in the original box & packing for a full refund less the actual cost of shipping.
Once available, this product will ship on average 2-3 days from the ordered date
Will ship separate from other items.
Ships via UPS, no PO Boxes
**This item ships to the USA Only
