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A new dobby weaving loom from Louët: 8 Shafts, 70 cm, 90 cm and 110 cm weaving width (28", 36” and 44”).

A dobby mechanism (programmable shaft selector) is an alternative for the tie-ups to the treadles on a standard hand weaving loom. Looms with 16 or more shafts need a dobby mechanism, because it becomes unmanageable to operate such a loom with treadles.

The successful introduction of the Megado dobby loom in 1998, and the reaction of weavers showed us that a dobby is not only necessary for a loom with many shafts, but it makes weaving so much more comfortable. Of course this also goes for looms with less than 16 shafts.

An 8-shaft jack loom requires an average of 40 tie-ups on the treadles. A countermarche requires 80 tie-ups. This needs to be done in a very uncomfortable position. With a dobby loom, you can say good-bye to the tie-ups! An investment in a Louët dobby loom will allow you many years of comfortable weaving.

The new Octado has a similar operating method as the familiar Megado. This means a big countermarche shed and a very light treadling action. Again, easy on the weaver.

The Octado can be operated with a mechanical dobby, or with an electronic interface. The electronic interface works with most popular computer weaving software, as well as a PALM hand-held unit.

We offer a complete software package that allows you to weave on your Louet electronic dobby loom through a Palm Pilot! The LS PalmDobby Converter takes any WIF or DTX file and converts it to a format used by the LS PalmDobby Driver. Works with the Palm OS ver 4.1 or lower. Load your pattern into your Palm Pilot and GO!! The Palm Pilot software is free with the purchase of an electronic interface. The Palm Pilot replaces your computer and gives you more flexibility where you can weave! Download our Palm Pilot Instructions and Driver.

A full list of optional equipment is available: Bench, second warp beam, sectional warp beam and flying shuttle.

The middle section of the Octado (where all the shafts are) comes completely assembled. A detailed instruction manual will help you to complete the assembly without any problems.

Dimensions:

• Height: 50” (127cm)
• Width: 45" (114cm) / 53” (135cm) / 61” (155cm)
• Depth: 39” (99cm) / 36” (90cm) 8 shaft loom. / 44” (110cm) 8 shaft loom.
• Mechanical dobby head or Electronic interface sold separately.
• Second warp beam
• Sectional warp beam
• Flying shuttle
• Bench

These looms are normally drop-shipped from Louet. Delivery time can vary depending on the availability in the warehouse. Prices are is U.S. dollars.