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 |
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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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