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Theoretical Knit Loop Length

Calculate the theoretical loop length in millimeters based on machine gauge and needle depth (cam setting).

Loop Length (mm)
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Method and formula

p=(1Gauge)×25.4(mm)l=4x2+p2\begin{aligned} p &= \left(\frac{1}{\text{Gauge}}\right) \times 25.4 \quad (\text{mm}) \\[1em] l &= \sqrt{4x^2 + p^2} \end{aligned}

Input variables

VariableExpected entry
Machine Gauge (needles/inch)Enter a positive measured value.
Needle Depth (x) (mm)Enter a positive measured value.

Calculation workflow

  1. Enter the measurements in the displayed units.
  2. Check the selected yarn, fiber, weave, or trade unit where shown.
  3. Review each calculated output and its unit.
  4. Use Copy results to save the displayed values to recent history.

Outputs

  • Loop Length (mm)