The machine was used to weave lightweight fabrics such as chiffon and umbrella silk.
The weft insertion process was also pioneered on a water jet loom. This consists of the creation of a jet of water that shoots the weft yarn across the shed. The nozzle is mounted on the picking side of the loom. This jet is created by a high-pressure water pump. This water jet is fed to a fine jet nozzle, which creates a small stream of water. The fine water stream is then carried along the weft yarn. This stream is followed by a ceramic thread guide, which keeps the yarn in the proper position.
The fine water stream is then transported to a weft break, where it is imparted with the required tension. This tension is then released to the weft yarn. The weft yarn is then passed through another weft guide. This process ensures that the weft yarn is placed in the right position and that it will not be entangled with the yarns on the other side of the shed.
There is also a constant diameter monitoring device, which ensures that the weft unwinding tension is kept to a minimum. A similar device is used on air jet looms, but this one is better suited for water jet looms. A balloon separator is also used to prevent the weft yarn from striking adjacent yarns.
Other than the fine water jet nozzle, the water jet loom also uses a mechanical let-off, which is used for heavy fabrics and twisted yarns. This process involves the use of a small water jet, which shoots the weft yarn across a small shed, and subsequently releases the tension.
A water jet loom can also be used for making synthetic fabrics. These fabrics are typically made of polyester and hydrophobic fibers. It has the ability to produce superior fabrics at a low cost. Its benefits include low maintenance, low energy consumption, and reduced noise emissions. However, if you are looking for a water jet loom for making cellulosic-based fabrics, you may want to look elsewhere.
Water jet looms are also useful for making lightweight clothing. However, they are not as efficient as air jet looms. They pick up too much moisture, which may affect the quality of the fabric. They are also limited in the weft materials used. Despite their high speed and low energy consumption, they cannot produce cellulosic-based fabrics.
Water jet looms also offer excellent maneuverability. They can be moved sideways, and are easy to install. This makes them suitable for a variety of fabrics, from home textiles to heavy-duty garments. They are also easy to maintain. They have fewer noise emissions, which means less downtime.
