HTS3M Tricot Machine Fabric Application & Technical Overview

The HTS3M high-speed 3-guide-bar tricot warp knitting machine, engineered by A-ZEN Textile Technology, is a highly versatile manufacturing platform designed for high-capacity production. The HTS3M machine excels at knitting premium velboa fabrics, plush toy textiles, upholstery velvet, breathable mesh, and automotive interior fabrics with superior structural uniformity and speed.

1. Warp-Knitted Plush Toy & Velboa Fabrics

Plush and velboa textiles typically feature pile heights ranging from 4mm to 18mm, primarily produced on 3-bar tricot machines or double-needle bar Raschel machines. Beyond aesthetic and home decoration uses, warp-knitted plush fabrics provide comfort and sensory self-soothing benefits for babies and adults alike.

• Material Composition: 100% Polyester

• Yarn Specification: 75D/144F DTY (Draw Textured Yarn)

• Fabric Weight Range: 100 gsm – 380 gsm

• Working Widths: 43/44", 56", or fully customized

• Key Performance Features: Flame retardant options, shrink-resistant, high pile density, eco-friendly

2. Upholstery Velvet & Holland Velvet Fabrics

Warp-knitted tricot velvet fabric is crafted from high-grade synthetic fibers. Celebrated for its luxurious sheen, short-pile soft texture, and elegant drape, tricot super-soft velboa is widely utilized for premium curtains, decorative cushions, and home upholstery.

• Product Category: DTY Velvet (supports printing and bronzing processes)

• Material Composition: 100% Polyester

• Fabric Weight Range: 220 gsm – 420 gsm

• Finished Width: 140 cm – 145 cm

• Key Performance Features: Waterproof treatments, easy-clean finish, superior color fastness, high abrasion resistance

3. Breathable Mesh Net & Crinkle Fabrics

The A-ZEN HTS3M machine efficiently produces both elastic and non-elastic mesh fabrics suitable for sportswear, swimwear, and lining applications due to their lightweight and quick-drying properties. The fabric structure is fully optimized for sublimation printing. Additionally, the HTS3M platform seamlessly produces popular warp-knitted crinkle fabrics.

• Material Composition: 100% Polyester

• Fabric Widths: 60 / 62 / 72 / 74 inches

• Fabric Weight Range: 55 gsm – 120 gsm

• Key Performance Features: High breathability, rapid moisture absorption, lightweight, excellent dimensional stability

4. Automotive Interior Fabrics (E36 Fine Gauge Solutions)

Polyester dominates over 90% of the automotive decorative textile market due to its exceptional UV resistance, high tear strength, resilience, and resistance to mildew and wear. To achieve a high-end, suede-like soft touch for car seating and door trims, ultra-fine polyester filaments (sea-island microfibers) are required.

A-ZEN configures the HTS3M E36 fine gauge variant specifically for precision automotive interior production.

• Ground Bar Chain Notation: 10/34// (GB1), 10/12// (GB2)

• Material Composition: 100% Polyester (microfiber filament)

• Fabric Weight: 160 gsm

• Finished Width: 59 inches

• Key Performance Features: High abrasion resistance, luxury soft-touch feel, UV color stability