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111 detailed description

The 1-11 Series are splicers designed to make “ends-opposed” splices, typically in synthetics and worsteds.   The 1-11 is the outcome of a programme to apply new design principles to ends-opposed splicers.   Improved splicing chambers were developed, and a new, adjustable cutting system was fitted.   The result was a new ends-opposed splicer which was vastly more flexible than its predecessors, the old-style 400 and 500 series.

Like the rest of our new range of splicers, the 1-11 has been designed to be as uncomplicated as possible, with a simple, durable body structure.   When the 1-11 was being developed, the opportunity was taken to incorporate modular principles of design.   The new splicer therefore is available in twelve different forms, to suit different customer needs.   All of the Model 1-11 series of splicers have a common base unit.    Parts are added to the base unit, to make up the complete splicer assembly as needed.

 

The 1-11 H, for example, is a variant of the 1-11 which has a simple handle.   The two main components of the 1-11 H, here shown separated for clarity, are the splicer carcass and the handle.   Any form of the 1-11 can be converted to any other form in a few minutes, by separating the two parts, and fitting a different bottom end to the carcass.

1. The splicer has a straight-line string-up; the paths of both yarns to be joined are in a single plane, with minimal diversion to the threadlines.
2. The splicer has an unusually simple construction.   The only normal elements of the splicer which are visible to the user are the side-plates, the knife scissors, and the splicing chamber.   The simplicity of construction leads to a corresponding simplicity of maintenance; the splicer in its base form can be completely dismantled and re-assembled in about twenty minutes.
3. The splicer has a very strong construction; it should resist damage in service better than most of its predecessors.
4. The splicer contains some new, and patented technology.   The result is that the Model 1-11 needs fewer splicing chambers than splicers of earlier generations.   A single chamber can cover a very wide range of yarn counts.
5. The splicer can operate at unusually low air pressures - sometimes down as low as 2 bar, 30 psi, where most earlier splices would seize-up.   This does not mean that we recommend low-pressure operation at all times; many yarns still need to be spliced at 6-8 bar.   It does mean, however, that the 1-11 can make good splices in fragile yarns such as fine glass, by operating in a low-pressure mode.

A selection of the many 1-11 models follows:

Model 1-11 H.   This illustration shows a front view of the simple non-timer hand-held splicer, Model 1-11 H.   The basic splicer is distinguishable from the handle, being the roughly square-section metal unit.   Just visible is the trigger and brass adjusting wheel.   The splicer has a black, one-piece acetal handle.   This handle contains no components; it is only an air delivery system.

Model 1-11 HW splicer.    The splicer is converted into a Model 1-11HW by the addition of a wedge-shaped accessory - seen here on the rear face of the splicer.    The hanging wedge, together with its matching hanging clip, allows the splicer to be “parked” in any convenient place when not in use.

Model 1-11 HT.   This illustration shows a front view of the Model 1-11 HT, the hand-held splicer fitted with a blast timer.   The basic splicer, with its black trigger assembly, is clearly distinguishable from the handle.   The splicer has an alloy handle, which contains the components of the blast timer.

Splicer Model 1-11 S.   This illustration shows the Model 1-11 S, the simplest version of the range.    The 1-11 S consists of the base splicer, plus a small lower cover.   The splicer is designed to be bolted to a textile machine in a fixed position.   The small lower cover, in black acetal, can be seen at the base of the splicer.   Air enters through the brass union in the lower cove.

Splicer Model 1-11 ST.   This illustration shows the Model 1-11 ST, a variant of the 1-11 S fitted with a blast timer.   This splicer is also designed to be bolted to a textile machine in a fixed position.    The small lower cover has been replaced by a horse-shoe shaped timer unit, here in grey acetal.   The timer adjuster screw can be clearly seen on the front face of the timer unit

Splicer Model 1-11 B.   This illustration shows the Model 1-11 B splicer, a development of the 1-11 S, fitted with a carriage unit.   The splicer is designed to be moved along a textile machine, safely attached to its rail.   The carriage assembly is the rectangular metal component, to which the splicer is attached.

 

Splicer Model 1-11 BT.   This illustration shows the Model 1-11 BT, a variant of the 1-11 B fitted with a blast timer.   This splicer is also designed to run along a rail, on a textile machine.    The small lower cover of the Model 1-11 B has been replaced by a horse-shoe shaped timer unit, here in grey acetal.   The timer adjuster screw can be clearly seen on the front face of the timer unit.