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Understanding Embroidery Formats: A Guide for Ricoma Machine Users

Embroidery Formats for Ricoma Machines

  • Overview of embroidery formats compatible with Ricoma machines.
  • Ricoma primarily operates using commercial stitch formats.
  • Common supported formats:
    • DST (Tajima standard)
    • DSB (Barudan-compatible)
    • EXP
    • PES (via conversion)
    • XXX (via conversion)

Below are the embroidery formats used by Ricoma embroidery machines, including transfer methods and maximum embroidery areas.

Ricoma

Model

Format / Transfer Systems / Software

Limitations & Embroidery Areas

EM Series DST, DSB via USB flash drive or direct cable 310 × 210 mm maximum size
EM-1010 DST, DSB via USB 310 × 210 mm maximum size
MT Series DST, DSB via USB 310 × 210 mm maximum size
MT-1501 DST, DSB via USB / LAN 360 × 500 mm maximum size
MT-2001-8S DST, DSB via USB / LAN 360 × 500 mm maximum size
RCM-1201 TC7S DST, DSB via USB / WiFi 500 × 800 mm maximum size
RCM-1202C DST, DSB via USB 360 × 500 mm maximum size
RCM-1501PT DST, DSB via USB 360 × 560 mm maximum size
1501-TC DST, DSB via USB 360 × 520 mm maximum size
CHT2-1504 DST, DSB via USB 400 × 450 mm maximum size
CMT Series DST, DSB via USB / Network Up to 400 × 500 mm (model dependent)
SWD-1501 DST, DSB via USB / WiFi 500 × 800 mm maximum size

Ricoma Embroidery Format Notes

Ricoma machines primarily use DST (Tajima format), which is the global industry standard for commercial embroidery production.

  • DST files store stitch coordinates but do not store thread color information.
  • DSB format provides compatibility with certain Barudan-style systems.
  • Most modern Ricoma machines support USB, LAN, or WiFi transfer.

Conclusion

Choosing the correct embroidery format ensures optimal stitch quality, machine efficiency, and reliable production. For commercial embroidery with Ricoma machines, exporting designs in DST format is recommended for maximum compatibility.

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