Drum Carder - Fancy Kitty - LITTLE TOM - WIDE - 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 full-sized carder is perfect for the studio and so easy to use! 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
- 8" Burnishing 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: 17" x 38"
- Dimensions: 22.5” L x 22” W x 12.5” H
- Weight: 38 lbs.
- 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.
- 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
