{"product_id":"golden-fleece-wide-drum-carder-packer-brush","title":"Golden Fleece Wide Drum Carder with Packer Brush | 54, 72 \u0026 120 TPI","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Golden Fleece WIDE Drum Carder gives spinners, felters, and fiber artists a broader working surface for carding fleece, building blends, and preparing larger batts. Its 12 × 24 inch carding width gives you substantially more batt area than the standard Golden Fleece carder while maintaining a straightforward hand-operated design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChoose 54, 72, or 120 TPI according to the fibers you work with most. Each Revolution Fibers configuration uses the same selected TPI on both the licker-in and main drum, so choosing your carder is simply a matter of matching the carding-cloth density to your fiber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvery WIDE Drum Carder sold by Revolution Fibers also includes the matching 12-inch Packer Brush and its installation components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich TPI should you choose?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e54 TPI - Coarse\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose 54 TPI when you primarily prepare coarse wool and heavier, more robust fibers. Golden Fleece specifically positions this density for coarse wool, including fibers such as Romney and Lincoln.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e72 TPI - Standard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe broadest general-purpose option for many common wool types and blends. Golden Fleece recommends 72 TPI for medium-to-fine wool such as Merino and Corriedale, making it a strong choice when your fiber prep covers a range of typical spinning fleeces and blends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e120 TPI - Fine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose 120 TPI when you primarily work with fine wool and delicate fibers such as alpaca, angora, cashmere, and cotton. The denser carding cloth is designed for finer fiber preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAll Revolution Fibers configurations use matching TPI on the licker-in and main drum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNeed fiber to put your carder to work? Browse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/spinning-felting-fibers\"\u003espinning and felting fibers\u003c\/a\u003e for wool, roving, top, and other fiber-prep options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose the WIDE carder?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe primary difference between the standard and WIDE Golden Fleece carders is the usable batt width.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe standard model produces an approximately 7.5 × 24 inch batt. The WIDE produces an approximately 12 × 24 inch batt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThat additional width makes the WIDE particularly useful for makers who regularly process larger amounts of fiber, want broader batts for spinning or felting, or simply prefer more working area during blending and fiber preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you prefer a smaller footprint and a 7.5-inch working width, compare the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/golden-fleece-drum-carder-packer-brush\"\u003eGolden Fleece Standard Drum Carder with Packer Brush\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe WIDE frame measures approximately 14 × 24 inches \/ 35 × 60 cm before accounting for the handle and other projecting components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePacker Brush included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Golden Fleece WIDE Drum Carder sold by Revolution Fibers includes the correctly sized 300 mm \/ 12-inch Packer Brush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe brush sits over the main drum and applies light pressure to the fiber as the drum turns. This helps seat fiber farther into the carding cloth so you can build denser, more evenly packed batts and maintain more consistent fiber distribution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Packer Brush package includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e300 mm \/ 12 in Packer Brush\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTwo mounting brackets\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTwo installation wrenches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTwo O-rings\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInstallation guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no separate “without Packer Brush” configuration on this Revolution Fibers listing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilt for repeat fiber preparation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe WIDE Drum Carder uses a birch-plywood frame with highly tempered steel carding cloth, inserted bearings, and an industrial poly drive belt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts manual hand-crank operation gives the maker direct control over feeding and carding speed without requiring electricity. Table clamps secure the carder to the work surface, while the included doffer pin helps lift the finished batt from the main drum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe wider carding surface gives you more room for working with fleece, color blends, fiber combinations, and larger batts while keeping the process familiar and hands-on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGolden Fleece WIDE Drum Carder in your selected TPI\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMatching TPI on licker-in and main drum\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e300 mm \/ 12 in Packer Brush\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTwo Packer Brush mounting brackets\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTwo installation wrenches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTwo O-rings\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePacker Brush installation guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTable clamps\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDoffer pin\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCleaning brush\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAllen keys\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOperation: Manual hand crank\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTPI options: 54 Coarse, 72 Standard, or 120 Fine\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDrum configuration: Matching TPI on licker-in and main drum\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBatt size: Approximately 12 × 24 in \/ 30 × 60 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFrame: Birch plywood\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFrame size: Approximately 14 × 24 in \/ 35 × 60 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCarding cloth: Highly tempered steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDrive: Industrial poly drive belt\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBearings: Inserted bearings\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePacker Brush width: 300 mm \/ 12 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWeight: 9 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e54 TPI overall dimensions: 64 × 46 × 26 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e72 TPI overall dimensions: 64 × 46 × 26 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e120 TPI overall dimensions: 64 × 46 × 32 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSetup and what to know before buying\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe carder requires attachment of the operating handle. The included Packer Brush is installed using the supplied brackets, hardware, wrenches, O-rings, and installation guide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChoose your TPI according to the fibers you expect to prepare most often. A higher TPI is not automatically a better choice. Each density is intended for a different range of fibers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis Revolution Fibers listing uses matching TPI on both drums. Mixed licker-in and main-drum combinations are not offered as variants on this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is the difference between the standard and WIDE Golden Fleece Drum Carders?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe main difference is batt width. The standard model produces a batt approximately 7.5 × 24 inches, while the WIDE produces a batt approximately 12 × 24 inches. The WIDE is a better fit when you want a broader working area or routinely prepare larger batts. You can compare it directly with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/golden-fleece-drum-carder-packer-brush\"\u003eGolden Fleece Standard Drum Carder\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhich TPI is the most versatile?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor many makers working with common wool types and blends, 72 TPI is the broadest general-purpose choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is 54 TPI best for?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 54 TPI carder is intended for coarser wool and robust fibers, including fleece such as Romney and Lincoln.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is 120 TPI best for?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 120 TPI configuration is intended for fine wool and delicate fibers such as alpaca, angora, cashmere, and cotton.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eIs the Packer Brush included?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Every WIDE Drum Carder sold through Revolution Fibers includes the 300 mm \/ 12-inch Packer Brush and its installation components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat does the Packer Brush do?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt presses fiber farther into the main drum's carding cloth as the carder operates. This helps create denser, more evenly packed batts and supports more consistent blending.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eHow large a batt can the WIDE carder make?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately 12 inches wide by 24 inches long, or 30 × 60 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eIs the WIDE drum carder electric?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It is manually operated with a hand crank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes it arrive fully assembled?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe main carder is largely assembled, but the operating handle must be attached. The included Packer Brush also requires installation using its supplied hardware and instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat accessories are included?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe carder includes table clamps, a doffer pin, cleaning brush, Allen keys, and the complete 12-inch Packer Brush package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMore working width for fiber preparation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Golden Fleece WIDE Drum Carder is a strong fit for makers who want the same straightforward manual carding system with substantially more batt width. Choose the TPI that matches your usual fibers, and the included 12-inch Packer Brush gives you a complete setup for building broad, evenly packed batts for spinning, felting, blending, and further fiber preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you are ready to start carding, explore our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/spinning-felting-fibers\"\u003espinning and felting fibers\u003c\/a\u003e for materials to prepare, blend, and spin.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Golden Fleece Carders","offers":[{"title":"54 TPI - Coarse","offer_id":52640676511960,"sku":"GFC-DCW-54-PB","price":669.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"72 TPI - Standard","offer_id":52640676544728,"sku":"GFC-DCW-72-PB","price":669.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"120 TPI - Fine","offer_id":52640676577496,"sku":"GFC-DCW-120-PB","price":669.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0500\/5351\/3386\/files\/golden-fleece-wide-drum-carder-54-tpi-with-packer-brush-accessories.png?v=1791366681","url":"https:\/\/revolutionfibers.com\/products\/golden-fleece-wide-drum-carder-packer-brush","provider":"Revolution Fibers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}