In the cool season, it is difficult to do without warm clothes made of wool or knitwear. And almost everyone faces the problem of the appearance of unsightly pellets on the surface of the products. The machine from pellets on clothes copes well with their elimination, without damaging the fabrics. The main part of the device is rotating knives, which cut off twisted fibers. As a rule, such devices have neat dimensions and are easy to use.
The best models and their features
Almost all models can be used to clean clothes, furniture, toys. In order not to miscalculate with the purchase, it is better to familiarize yourself with the main parameters of the machine for removing pellets:
- The size of the device is determined by the working area of the grid, the compartment for batteries/accumulators. Large models have powerful motors, blades with a large working area. Small devices are more convenient and mobile, but have less power;
- It is advisable to choose products with blades made of stainless steel. An excellent purchase would be a device with adjustable blade height. This will allow you to easily tidy up items made of fabrics of different thickness and density, with different pile heights;
- Meshes can be metal (long-lasting and expensive) or plastic (cheap and light). The diameter of the holes on the surface of the mesh is important: very small ones can catch threads, and if the cells are too large, the pellets may not be cut off well. It is important to ensure that the mesh does not have any nicks, otherwise the device will catch the fabric;
- The volume of the container for cut waste. If you plan to clean a lot of clothes, it is better to choose models with a large container;
- Option for power supply of equipment (batteries, accumulators, power grid). It should be taken into account that network models are more powerful, and those that operate on batteries are autonomous.
This type of machine does not belong to multifunctional devices, but products from different manufacturers have their advantages and disadvantages. Since this is inexpensive equipment, not all companies produce it. There are several common models that have different power sources.
Smile MC 3103
The plastic case has small dimensions (9x6.7x17.5 cm), making the device comfortable to hold in your hand. Two AA batteries are required for operation. The container for cut fibers is made of transparent plastic and is easy to remove/install. The blade and mesh are made of metal. The warranty for the equipment is 12 months.
Advantages of the technology: ease of use, light weight of 190 g, autonomous operation, visible container filling, low cost. The disadvantages include: you can’t monitor the battery charge, it’s noisy, it doesn’t handle fluffy materials well (angora), it’s advisable to have spare batteries.
Scarlett SC 920
The compact machine (size 10.5x8x5.5 cm) works on two AA batteries and has an on/off button. The waste container is made of translucent plastic. A special cover is put on the mesh and protects the device from debris. The metal mesh is easy to unscrew, so the device for removing pellets from clothes is quickly cleaned. The warranty period is one year.
Product advantages: light weight 125 g, due to its small size the device fits in a bag, comes with a special brush for cleaning blades and grate. Easy to change batteries.
Disadvantages of the device: the pellet container is quite difficult to remove, there is no battery charge indicator, you need to constantly buy batteries.
Centek CT 2471
The machine is equipped with a battery that provides approximately 30 minutes of continuous operation. Thanks to its ergonomic shape, the device is comfortable to use. Thanks to the transparent plastic of the container, it is easy to control the volume of cut pellets. A special removable cover for the blades ensures their safety. The diameter of the blades is 6 cm, so you can quickly process a large area.
Advantages of the equipment: a brush for cleaning the blades, a mesh, adjustable cutting height (which is convenient for working on different fabrics), the ability to recharge the battery. Disadvantages: higher price, long battery charging time (about 8 hours), the need for a power source for recharging.
Sinbo SS 4019
The machine has a rather original appearance and weighs 210 g. The device looks like a computer mouse (dimensions 7x7.3x14.1 cm) and easily moves along the surface of the fabric. The device uses 3 blades, the diameter of the working surface is 4.5 cm. The reservoir for cut pellets is made of transparent plastic.
The advantages of the model: the presence of a brush for cleaning the blades, the ability to recharge the battery, the container is easy to remove and clean. Disadvantages: difficult to find on sale, long battery charge time, considerable weight (compared to other devices).
VES V-HT9
The device has a shape that is not very convenient to use, although over time you get used to this feature. A distinctive feature of the machine is the ability to work from the mains or from an R-14 battery (it is enough to disconnect the cord and insert the battery into a special compartment). The machine works on 3 metal blades.
Pros: light weight, compact size, can be used in different situations, easy to remove container. Cons: need spare batteries, blades are made of regular steel, no brush for cleaning knives, higher cost.
A great choice would be a machine for removing lint from clothes, equipped with a transparent container, a brush for cleaning the blades, a protective cover for the mesh, a cover and oil for lubricating the blades. Some manufacturers offer replaceable blades, which significantly extends the service life of the equipment.
Terms of Use
It is not difficult to use the devices in everyday life. To put things in order, it is recommended to follow a certain algorithm.
- The device is inspected: the cleanliness of the mesh, the charge of the battery or the presence of batteries are checked;
- Prepare a comfortable flat place where you can easily lay out your clothes. If the appliance is powered by the mains, you need to make sure that the socket is close by;
- The device is turned on and slowly moved over the material, cleaning the surface from pellets. Do not press hard on the surface of the fabric, otherwise it can be damaged. If the pellets are not removed in one movement, then it is worth holding the machine in one place for a little longer. The device can be moved in a circle or in straight lines. This depends on the size of the surface being treated;
- The greatest effect can be achieved when working with devices that have adjustable knife height. If there is no such function, it is important to ensure that the machine does not cut the working threads of the fabric, otherwise you can ruin the clothes;
- If the fabric area is large or there are a lot of pellets, you will have to periodically turn off the machine and clean the mesh and waste container.
After finishing work, be sure to disconnect the device from the network (if the machine was connected to the power grid). Clean the knives with a special brush. It is advisable to periodically lubricate the cutting parts of the device with special oil. The mesh and the garbage container are also thoroughly cleaned of fibers. You can wipe the body of the device with a damp cloth, but washing it under running water is strictly prohibited.
Why do pellets appear?
When buying clothes, it is difficult to determine in advance how quickly pellets will appear and whether they will appear at all. Since this defect can appear on fabrics of various compositions. And there are several reasons for the appearance of unsightly clothes. The most common: contact of different things or parts (sweater-coat/jacket, sleeves-the main part of the sweater). Pellets also appear in places of contact/friction of clothes with other objects (clothes-bag belt).
There is an opinion that such defects appear only in things made of low-quality materials. But this is not always true. Because improper care of expensive things can also lead to the appearance of pellets on the surface of things. Common mistakes: washing clothes in hot water, using unsuitable detergents.
Sometimes pilling occurs on items that combine natural and synthetic fibers. The reason may also be the looseness of the fabric or the weak twisting of the threads/fibers.
Principles of operation of the machine
The design of the device is simple: a cutting head, a handle, compartments for waste, batteries or an accumulator. The device functions in the same way as electric shaving devices: the blades of the machine cut off the pellets when rotating, which fall under a protective mesh. The cut waste falls into special containers, which are necessarily cleaned as they fill up. Thanks to a special protective mesh, the devices return the original appearance to products made of any fabric: cotton, knitwear, wool.
Such compact household appliances make it much easier to care for clothes. Thanks to the machine, the service life of clothes is significantly extended - after all, you don’t want to part with beautiful, well-groomed things.
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