DEVICE AND METHOD FOR CATCHING AND STRETCHING WEFT THREADS IN WEAVING MACHINES

摘要

Device and method for catching and stretching a weft thread (75) inserted through a guide channel (4) into a shed (69) of a weaving machine with a pneumatic suction nozzle (6), a thread clamp (7) and a guide element (8) for guiding the weft thread (75), wherein the guide element (8) is attached in order to deflect the weft thread (75) over a limited angle (A) with respect to the direction of insertion (B) and wherein the suction nozzle (6) is attached in order to catch the weft thread (75) at this angle (A). Weaving machine comprising a device of this type.