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STEIGER WHOLE GARMENTS MACHINE STG860

 STEIGER STG860 Flat Knitting Machine Overview

The STEIGER STG860 is the eighth-generation, all-in-one computerized flat knitting machine developed by Cixing Group under the Steiger brand. It is designed for fully fashioned knitwear production, offering super-wide knitting capabilitiesmulti-pattern functionality, and high-speed output. This model is ideal for manufacturers seeking efficiency, versatility, and high-quality garments.


⚙️ Key Technical Specifications

FeatureDescription
Knitting SystemSingle carriage with three knitting systems
Gauge Options5/10, 6/12, 5.7/14, 7/14, 9–18, 12/24, 14/28
Knitting Width86 inches (217 cm)
Knitting SpeedUp to 1.90 m/s, controlled by a 24-section servo motor
Transfer CapabilityHigh-speed transfer at any point without slowing down
Stitch VariabilityDynamic stitch control with 24-section motorized adjustment
Yarn Feeders8 on the left and eight on the right (16 total)
Take-Down SystemIndependent front and rear tension control for full-garment shaping
Supported PatternsJacquard, intarsia, tuck, pointel, mesh, fully fashioned, and more
Control InterfaceLCD touchscreen panel with intuitive UI
Safety FeaturesAutomatic stop for needle breakage or system errors
Dimensions3600 mm × 900 mm × 1900 mm
WeightApprox. 1400 kg
Power Supply380V (three-phase) or 220V (single/three-phase)
Average Power Consumption1.2 kW/h

🚀 Performance Highlights

  • Multi-Functional Design: Capable of producing sweaters, scarves, gloves, and other shaped garments in one seamless process.
  • Dynamic Needle Bed: Allows for complex shaping and patterning without manual intervention.
  • Anti-Cross Sinker System: Prevents yarn entanglement and improves fabric consistency.
  • Automatic Calibration: Ensures precision in every production cycle.
  • Fast Repeat Orders: Ideal for mass production with minimal setup time.

🧵 Ideal Applications

  • Fully fashioned sweaters
  • Complex jacquard and intarsia designs
  • Knit-to-shape garments (no cutting required)
  • High-end fashion accessories.
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