Brake band set / scotch tension
Brake band set / scotch tension
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Product description:
Restore a smooth, reliable take-up on your spinning wheel
This genuine Ashford Scotch Tension Kit includes a nylon brake band and two standard tension springs. These components are vital for maintaining smooth and responsive take-up when plying or spinning under scotch tension.
Perfect for Ashford single-drive or scotch-tension setups, including older wheels being upgraded from a single-spring brake to a two-spring setup for better plying control.
- 1 x durable nylon brake band
- 2 x standard tension springs
FAQ's...
Can I use this tension kit on a non-Ashford wheel?
Yes — as long as your wheel uses scotch tension, this kit will work.
How often should I replace the springs?
It depends on use — check every few months and replace if the band has stretched, frayed, or lost elasticity - or the springs are weak, rusted, or no longer provide firm tension
Can this help with jerky plying?
Yes — upgrading to two springs - one on each side of the bobbin whorl - helps the brake band flex evenly, improving the smoothness of take-up when plying. This reduces jerkiness and makes tension adjustments more precise.