Product overview
Handheld mini dreadlock braid machine with a stainless steel body and fast motor. Lightweight onehand operation for creating or repairing smalldiameter braids and extensions. Includes six interchangeable tube heads from 6 mm to 16 mm, with the 16 mm size available in the set.
Key benefits
Saves time and effort compared with handmade crochet braids by automating the crochet action.
Precise and consistent braids thanks to three synchronized automatic crochet needles.
Durable stainless steel construction and steel crochet hooks for long service life.
Portable, singlehand operation for convenience when braiding on the head or working on wigs and extensions.
Main features
Material: stainless steel body and steel crochet hooks.
Motor: fast motor suitable for continuous use when properly maintained.
Needle action: three automatic crochet needles operate simultaneously for efficient braiding.
Head sizes included: 6 mm, 8 mm, 10 mm, 12 mm, 14 mm, 16 mm.
Crochet needles supplied: 20 pieces.
Compact design for singlehand use.
Compatibility and suitable materials
Works with rayon, synthetic fiber, long hair, and older wig hair.
for braids and extensions under 1.1 cm diameter.
Suitable for creating, repairing, or maintaining small crochet dreadlocks and extension rows.
Basic operation steps
1. Assemble and connect the power supply. Before inserting hair, press the switch so the needle retracts behind the tube head and the hair can pass through smoothly.
2. Insert a prepared strand into the tube head. Gently twist the strand and pull the machine slowly while it crochets the braid. Begin on the slow gear if you are a beginner.
3. Maintain a steady, slow pull to avoid tangles and to prevent needle lock.
Maintenance and troubleshooting
Lubrication: add a few drops of regular sewing machine oil when the machine shows noise or the crochet needles stick. Recommended to oil every two hours of use for smooth operation.
Avoid overfilling with oil, especially in cold weather, as excess oil can thicken and impede performance.
To add oil, use a longnose oil bottle at the lubricating hole or remove the screw to pour in oil manually.
the crochet hook if the machine struggles to lock hair or after prolonged heavy use.
Use scenarios
Onhead dreadlock creation: create uniform, smalldiameter dreadlocks directly on a client or wig using the appropriate tube head.
Extension and maintenance: quickly loose or damaged extension rows and maintain existing crochet extensions.
Wig and costume styling: add consistent braids to wigs or costume hair made from synthetic or rayon fibers.
What is included
Dreadlocks Machine x1
Power Adapter x1
Crochet Needles x20
Dreadlocks Machine Heads x6 (6 mm, 8 mm, 10 mm, 12 mm, 14 mm, 16 mm)
Safety and usage notes
The machine requires proper technique to avoid needle lock. Work slowly until you are comfortable with the motion.
Do not overoil. Use regular sewing machine oil only.
If the crochet needles become worn or damaged, them before further use.
Size note
This set includes a 16 mm head among the six available head sizes.