***DRUM CARDERS SHIPS DIRECTLY FROM THE MANUFACTURER*** Most of our fiber equipment is shipped directly from the manufacturer who are dealing with shortages and shipping delays during this season, resulting in some items being back-ordered, sometimes up to several months. For estimated shipping times, contact us before ordering.
The XL Standard Drum Carder is a Clydesdale! The diameter of the drum is 10 1/2" and the width is 11.5". The carder clamps to a table and comes already permanently adjusted for you. The carder is designed to accommodate fine to medium fiber lengths. The teeth on the carder are 3/8" deep and a batt of about an ounce can be produced. Color blending can be done with success as well.SPECIFICATIONS
Teeth are spaced at 72 teeth per square inch or 46 teeth per square inch
Doffer Brush
Doffer Pin
2 Table Clamps
Drum Width: 11.75" (30cm)
Surface Speed Ratio: 12:1
Complete Instruction Manual by Deb Menz
Fully Assembled
An instruction manual written by well known author and fiber artist Deb Menz is included with all drum carders. The Louet Drum carders are made of laminated birch and have a hard white coating. In order to ensure a long life, the teeth on all Louet carders are made of high grade plated steel wire. All gearboxes are enclosed to prevent fibers entering the gear system. For drum carders it is common to mention the gear ratio that drives the licker-in when you rotate the large drum. However, what really counts for carding is the ratio of the surface speed of both drums, because the difference of surface speed does the carding. You get this surface speed ratio by multiplying the gear ratio with the ratio of the diameters of the large drum and the licker-in.
***THIS ITEM SHIPS DIRECTLY FROM THE MANUFACTURER*** Shipping times may vary and some items may be back-ordered, sometimes up to several months. For the most recent updates on availability and shipping estimates, please contact us prior to placing an order.