| 摘要 |
A level cut loop looper or hook and clip assembly (10) for a tufting machine (T) includes at least one module (46, 47) carrying a series of level cut loop loopers or hooks (45). Each level cut loop looper or hook generally can include a looper body (73) along which a clip (70) is slidably moved. Each clip (70) will be moved between retracted and extended positions as the level cut loop loopers or hooks (45) are reciprocated toward and away from engagement with their associated needles (26) of the tufting machine (T). Actuators (110) can be engaged to secure the clips (70) in their extended positions as needed to selectively form cut and loop pile tufts in a backing material (B). |
