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Chenille & chain stitch embroidery machine — MT/T series

Flat, chenille and chain stitch — in one embroidery.

Flat Needles: 6 / 9 on MT models (T models are chenille only)
Heads: 12+12 up to 32+32 on MT models · up to 39 chenille heads on T639
Max Speed: 1,500 RPM

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Chenille & Chain Stitch Embroidery Machine — MT/T Series

Overview

Flat, chenille and chain stitch — in one embroidery.

Chenille/chain stitch embroidery, characterized by its stereoscopic texture, rich layering and vibrant colors, holds broad development prospects in fields such as children's wear, home decor and ladies' footwear, and is extensively applied to embroider tablecloths, quilts, children's garments, knitted sweaters, badges, blankets, silk and linen textiles.

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Key Features

Main performance characteristics

Optional head structures: Dual-Cam Dual-Drive / Double Crank / Electronic Presser Foot, with maximum speed of 1,500 RPM.
High-precision gantry-milled monolithic frame structure.
Industrial-grade high-performance computerized embroidery control system; 17-inch screen optional.
Optional high-precision floating embroidery frame or C-frame.
Servo motor drive, main drive with high-strength imported timing belts.
High-precision custom gear transmission box.
High-performance self-locking upper thread clamping structure.
Optional trimming systems: High-efficiency stepper motor static cutter / Lead screw cutter / AC servo cutter.
Optional head jump systems: stepping motor jump or solenoid jump.
Optional accessories based on head interval: Sequin, easy-cording, bead, laser cutting and boring devices.
Chenille/chain stitch color options: 6/9/12 colors.
Equipped with temperature-regulated forced-air cooling and self-cleaning chenille hook system.

Specifications

Series spec summary

Models	MT(9+6) · MT(9+9) · MT(6+6) · MT(6+4) · T912 · T914 · T639
Flat Needles	6 / 9 on MT models (T models are chenille only)
Chenille Needles	4 / 6 / 9 by model
Heads	12+12 up to 32+32 on MT models · up to 39 chenille heads on T639
Max Speed	1,500 RPM
Chenille / Chain Stitch Colours	6 / 9 / 12 options
Head Interval	240 – 840 mm by model
Frame	High-precision gantry-milled monolithic structure
Drive	Servo motor, high-strength imported timing belts
Control	Industrial-grade system, 17-inch screen optional
Cooling	Temperature-regulated forced-air, self-cleaning chenille hook
Trimming	Stepper motor static cutter / lead screw cutter / AC servo cutter

Configurations vary by model within the series. See every model below.

Official specifications

Every model, from the catalogue.

All 10 configurations listed in the official catalogue. Scroll sideways on a phone to see every column.

General machine specifications

Model	Needles (flat)	Needles (chenille)	Heads (flat)	Heads (chenille)	Head interval (mm)	Embroidery area (mm)	Inner frame size (mm)	Machine size (mm)
T912	0	9	0	12	840	840*1750	10160*1790	11830*4077
MT(9+6)(12+12)	9	6	12	12	500	500*1500	6310*1540	7935*3577
T914	0	9	0	14	840	840*1750	11840*1790	13460*4057
MT(9+6)(22+22)	9	6	22	22	450	600*830	10360*870	12480*2237
MT(9+6)(22+22)	9	6	22	22	500	550*1150	11310*1290	13210*3082
MT(9+9)(24+24)	9	9	24	24	450	550*840	11260*880	13260*2282
MT(6+6)(26+26)	6	6	26	26	380	720*1200	10460*1290	12580*3082
MT(6+6)(26+26)	6	6	26	26	400	800*1600	11010*1810	13150*4002
MT(6+4)(32+32)	6	4	32	32	330	700*1650	11190*1740	13380*3992
T639	0	6	0	39	240	750*1750	9950*1790	11800*4077

Specifications and descriptions on this page are taken from the official Sinsim full-range catalogue 2025 (pages 27–28). Dimensions are in millimetres as printed. Sinsim builds to order, so confirm the final configuration with us before purchase.

World-class components

Built with brands the industry trusts.

Sinsim builds with internationally recognised component brands, as featured in its official catalogue.

Groz-Beckert
Schmetz
Organ
Hirose
Dotec
Koban
Desheng
Kobest

Is This Your Machine?

Straight answers before you spend

Chenille and chain stitch are not faster ways to do flat embroidery — they are a different product. The stitch stands up off the fabric with a raised, looped or cut-pile texture that photographs well and, more importantly, commands a higher price per piece. The MT series matters because it combines flat, chenille and chain stitch heads on a single machine, so one design can carry a flat-stitched logo and a chenille-filled letterform without the piece leaving the machine.

Buy this if

Varsity, letterman and team apparel where raised lettering is the expected finish
Children's wear and knitwear, where texture sells the garment on the hanger
Badges, patches and emblem manufacturers supplying institutions and uniforms
Home décor and furnishing producers making blankets, throws and cushion work
Footwear and accessory brands looking for a finish competitors cannot easily match

Look elsewhere if

High-volume plain flat logo work — you would be paying for chenille capability that sits unused, and a dedicated flat machine runs it faster
Very fine detail and small lettering, which chenille cannot resolve; it is a bold, coarse texture by nature
Operations without an operator willing to learn a genuinely different craft — chenille needs more setup judgement than flat embroidery

Before You Commit

What buyers wish they'd asked

Yarn, not thread

Chenille runs thicker yarn than flat embroidery thread, with its own supply chain and cost per metre. Confirm your yarn source and its consistency before committing — inconsistent yarn thickness shows up immediately in the pile height.

Lint is real, and planned for

Chenille generates considerably more lint than flat embroidery. The temperature-regulated forced-air cooling and self-cleaning chenille hook system are there specifically to manage this, but daily cleaning remains part of the routine rather than an optional extra.

The flat‑to‑chenille head ratio is your product mix

Configurations such as MT(9+6)(12+12) mean 9 flat needles and 6 chenille colours across 12 flat and 12 chenille heads. That ratio decides what proportion of your output can be flat versus textured, and it is difficult to change later. Map it to the order book you actually expect, not the one you hope for.

Colour changes work differently

Chenille colour changes are mechanical and slower than flat needle changes. Designs that alternate chenille colours frequently will run notably slower than the head count suggests, so design your artwork with the machine in mind.

Choosing Within the Series

How to specify it

Decide the flat-to-chenille ratio first, because it is the specification you cannot revisit cheaply. Chenille colour options of 6, 9 or 12 follow from how much colour variety your designs carry. If chenille is a growing sideline rather than your core product, the compact PEX chenille series is a lower-commitment way to take the work in-house and prove the demand before buying a full MT line.

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What You're Actually Buying

The machine is half of it

Every Sinsim PRI installation includes the following as standard. If a quote you are comparing does not, you are not comparing like with like.

Delivery and positioning

Transport to your premises and placement on your floor, including access assessment before dispatch.

Commissioning

Levelling, calibration and a test run on your own fabric and design file — the machine is signed off producing your work, not a showroom sample.

Operator training

On-site training for your operators and maintenance staff at no additional cost, with refresher sessions available through your regional service hub.

Warranty

Cover on electronics, motors and control systems with extended coverage on the frame. Consumables such as needles, hooks and thread guides are excluded. Exact terms are confirmed on your quotation.

Spare parts

Fast-moving parts stocked regionally for 48-hour delivery in serviced cities; less common parts ship from central stock within 3–5 working days.

Finance options

Introductions to NBFC and equipment-financing partners for EMI and lease structures, arranged around your order size.

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