Glossary15 January 2026 · 1 min read
Stroke
Stroke is the distance the needle travels during each cycle of the machine's movement, usually expressed in millimetres. On some machines it is fixed, on others adjustable or interchangeable: the declared value depends on the manufacturer and the model.
Why it matters: A different stroke changes how the machine behaves and can suit lining, shading, packing and needle configurations differently.
Related: Give, Needle Depth, Lining, Shading.
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