Needle selection

In the Applications panel to the right side of the Model window, right click on the application Needle. Select Copy... 

Table 4.21 Needle selection guide based on part t)fpe ...

Table 4.21. Needle Selection Guide Based on Part Type...

A garment that conforms smoothly to an individual s body shape and moves effortlessly with every move one makes is possible using seamless technology with Tactel and Lycra yarns. The alternate needle selection knitting makes fabric open and less elastic, particularly in the welt and the cuff areas. In this context, elastic, hexible, and durable yams such as wool are recommended. In the current global scenario wool such as cashmere, and angora, and manufactured hbre such as acrylic, are used to create seamless outerwear. Viscose and polyamide with Lycra or other elastomerics are also among the other choices. 

Another problem is caused during alternate needle selection, which makes fabrics more open and less elastic than conventional fuUy fashioned garments. This problem occurs mainly in the welt or the cuff areas (Mowbray, 2004). 

Compared to circular weft knitting, flat weft knitting is more flexible in producing tubular structures due to the capabilities of individual needle selection, loop transfer and multiple system knitting and the use of stitch presser and holding down sinkers... 

High binding varieties (such as by electronic single-needle selection) and short preparation time for circular knitting machines. 

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