Cloth Tearing
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Fabric damage indicates fundamental issues:
Primary Causes
Poor Quality Cloth
- Thin or loose weave
- Wrong fabric type
- Degraded material
Incorrect Tension
- Over-stretched (weakens fibers)
- Under-stretched (allows movement)
- Uneven tension
Technique Problems
- Excessive speed
- Aggressive angle
- Forcing through snags
Gun Issues
- Bent needle
- Rough edges
- Misaligned parts
Diagnosis Steps
- Examine tear pattern - Clean tears vs ragged
- Check fabric quality - Hold to light
- Test gun on scrap - Look for catching
- Review technique - Speed and angle
Solutions
- Upgrade to primary tufting cloth
- Reduce speed and pressure
- Check/replace needle
- Perfect your tension technique
Emergency Repairs
- Small holes: Glue patch from behind
- Larger tears: Usually not salvageable
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