Circular Knitting Machine Sinkers
Sinkers hold the fabric down while the needle rises and clears, then help cast off the old loop. Loop length, fabric weight and stitch appearance all depend on the sinker profile you fit.
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Sinkers in This Catalogue
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker 0001-F010001-F01
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker 0001-F05M0001-F05M
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker 0001-S020001-S02
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker 0001-S050001-S05
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker 0001-S080001-S08
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker 0001-S110001-S11
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker 0001-S180001-S18
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker 0001-S28M0001-S28M
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker 0001-TR01-1.7 (loop 1.7MM)1.7MM
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker 0001-TR01-2.1 (LOOP2.1MM)LOOP2.1MM
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker 0001-TR01-2.5 (LOOP2.5MM)LOOP2.5MM
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker 0001-TR04-2.8 (loop 2.8MM)2.8MM
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker 0001-TR04-3.1 (loop 3.1MM)3.1MM
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker 0001-YT-1.80001-YT-1.8
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker A-001-S-03MA-001-S-03M
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker A-001-S01MA-001-S01M
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker A-269A7A-269A7
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker A-269DA-269D
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker A-269DNRA-269DNR
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker A-427NA-427N
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker A-427PA-427P
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker A-427PC2A-427PC2
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker B-S01B-S01
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker BX-22UBX-22U
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker C001-AR-2.5 (loop 2.5MM)2.5MM
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker C001-S22C001-S22
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker C001-S22C2C001-S22C2
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker C001-S23C001-S23
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker CF-22A5CF-22A5
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker CF-22ATCF-22AT
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker CM-1.6A3T (loop 1.6MM)1.6MM
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker CM-1.8A3T (loop 1.8MM)1.8MM
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker CM-2.0A3T (LOOP2.0MM)LOOP2.0MM
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker CM-2.2A3T (LOOP2.2MM)LOOP2.2MM
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker CM-2.2NO10T (LOOP2.2MM)LOOP2.2MM
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker CM-2.4A3T (LOOP2.4MM)LOOP2.4MM
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker CM-2.5A3T (LOOM2.5MM)LOOM2.5MM
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker CM-2.7A3T (LOOP2.7MM)LOOP2.7MM
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker CM-2.9A3T (LOOP2.9MM)LOOP2.9MM
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker CM-269NRCM-269NR
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker CM-3.2A3T (loop 3.2MM)3.2MM
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker CM-3.5A3T (LOOP3.5MM)LOOP3.5MM
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker CM-FLKA1CM-FLKA1
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker CM-FLKB1CM-FLKB1
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker CM-FLKC3CM-FLKC3
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker CSD-002 (loop 1.2MM)1.2MM
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker CSD-003 (LOOP1.3MM)LOOP1.3MM
SinkersCircular Knitting Machine Sinker CSD-004 (loop 1.4MM)1.4MMWhat This Part Does
A sinker sits between two needles in the sinker ring and moves radially, driven by the sinker cam. As the needle rises to clear the old loop, the sinker nose holds the previously formed loop down so it cannot ride up with the needle. On the descent the sinker throat controls where the new loop is drawn.
Because the nose height, throat depth and belly profile fix how much yarn is available at knock-over, a sinker of the wrong profile shows up immediately as uneven loop length, holes, or fabric that is heavier or lighter than the order calls for.
Why Buy From Us
- Profile-for-profile replacements so loop length and fabric weight stay where they were set
- Full sets available for single jersey machines of common gauges
- Hardened and polished steel strip so the nose and throat resist wear from yarn abrasion
- Part numbers follow the machine builder reference, which makes reordering unambiguous
Groups Within Sinkers
Where It Is Used
- Single jersey open width and tubular machines
- Terry and plush machines using dedicated loop-forming sinkers
- Fleece and three thread machines
- Interlock and rib machines that use holding down sinkers
- Mesh, pique and jacquard structures
Who It Is For
- Knitting mills replacing a worn set across a machine park
- Machine dealers and rebuilders preparing second hand machines for resale
- Spare parts traders holding stock for local knitters
- Maintenance teams keeping one or two spare sets per machine model
Problems It Solves
- Vertical lines and uneven loops caused by a mixed set of worn and new sinkers
- Fabric weight drifting off specification after a sinker set has worn
- Needle damage where a chipped sinker nose no longer holds the loop down
- Long downtime waiting for the original builder to ship a replacement set
What to Send Us When You Order
- The sinker reference stamped on the sinker body, where one is present
- Machine builder, model and machine diameter
- Machine gauge and the number of feeders
- A photo of the old sinker laid flat on plain paper, plus a photo next to a ruler
- Quantity per machine and how many machines you are covering
Related Reading and Applications
- Knitted Fabric Mills
- Underwear and Sportswear Fabric
- Machine Dealers and Rebuilders
- Spare Parts Distributors
- Identifying a Part From a Photo
- Holding Loop Length and Fabric Weight
- Parts Package for a Machine Overhaul
- How a Sinker Forms a Loop
- Identifying a Part Without a Reference
- Planning a Spare Parts Stock
Sinkers Questions
How do I identify the right sinker for my machine?
Start with the reference stamped on the old sinker, then confirm machine builder, model, diameter and gauge. If nothing is legible, send a flat photo of the old part beside a ruler and we will match it against the profiles we stock.
Should I change the whole set at once?
Yes for a worn machine. Mixing new and worn sinkers in the same ring puts different loop lengths in the same fabric, which shows as vertical lines.
How many sinkers does one machine take?
One per needle, so the quantity equals the needle count of the cylinder. Order a small overage for handling losses during fitting.
Can you supply sinkers for terry and plush machines?
Yes. Terry sinkers are listed separately because the loop step on the belly sets the pile height, so the profile has to match the machine and the pile you knit.
Do you keep the original brand sinkers as well?
Branded sinkers are listed under a separate group in this catalogue so you can choose between a branded and a general replacement.
Send Your Machine Details and Get a Quote
Builder, model, diameter and gauge, plus a photo of the old part. That is all we need to match it.
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