What is a high-pile machine?Updated 2 years ago

A high-pile tufting machine, like the AK-III Industrial Tufting Machine, is great for making shaggier rugs, since it can tuft piles in a range of heights up to 60mm. High-pile machines are pneumatic, meaning they use both electricity and compressed air to operate, so if you choose to invest in one, you’ll also need an air compressor. These are powerful, industrial machines best used by intermediate and advanced tufters. 

The AK-III can create both loop and cut piles from .75" (18mm) to 2.36" (60mm) tall and comes with nine pile heights needles in that range. If you’re seeking a pile even higher than 60mm, we recommend hand-tufting.

To learn more about the differences between each tufting machine we sell, click here.

Learn more about international electrical compatibility of the AK-III, here.