Circular Knitting Machine Gauge (G) & Cylinder Selection Guide for Bangladesh Mills

Technical Considerations for Gauge Selection

Selecting the correct gauge ($G$) is the most critical decision when configuring a new circular knitting machine for export knitwear production. In Bangladesh's composite mills, standard single jersey and interlock lines typically run between 24G and 28G for standard 160–200 GSM cotton fabric.

Key Parameter Matching Table

20G – 24G: Heavy single jersey, fleece foundation, Ne 20s – 26s carded/combed yarn.

28G: Export-standard T-shirts, polo pique, Ne 28s – 34s combed cotton.

32G – 36G: Ultra-fine synthetic blends, high-density modal, and Lycra sportswear.

Sourcing Checklist

Verify cam box metallurgy (minimum HRC 58-62 hardness).

Inspect positive yarn feeder timing gears.

Require 3rd-party pre-shipment inspection before CFR Chattogram container stuffing.