Juki overlocks: pros and cons, models, choice

Overlock - a sewing machine with a looper, which allows you to make an elastic sewing seam, indispensable when working with many types of fabrics. Overlock Juki is a professional sewing tool from a popular Japanese brand. This technique is distinguished by reliability, convenience and innovative technologies. You can safely purchase Juki products both for home and for your own sewing workshop.

The pluses of this brand’s overlocks include, first of all, the highest quality of execution. They have also established themselves as convenient and understandable with respect to the setup and operation of the equipment. At the same time, the possibilities of Juki overlocks can be very rich depending on the specific modification, or, conversely, meet the basic requirements of a novice user.

Most modern models have advanced functions, the purpose of which is facilitate work and minimize the necessary manual operations. As in any technical field, Juki overlock developers are committed to automating their machines.

The disadvantages are probably the high cost of products of this brand. You have to pay for quality and comfort, although there are models that belong to different price categories.

In addition, some users have noted a lack of clarity in the official instructions that accompany the Juki products. Production of cars of this brand is in Japan and China., so manufacturers have no problems with the instructions in the languages ​​of these countries, as well as in English, but there really are difficulties with the support of Russian-speaking consumers. However, this is fully offset simplicity of management of Juki overlocks.

When choosing a specific overlock model, it is recommended to proceed from your needs and budget. Each of them is characterized by a certain set of features and the number of supported seams.

• Juki b-950 is not the most expensive overlock, but it surprises users with the impeccable quality of the line. He also processes a variety of types of fabrics, even heavy and thick materials, difficult to flash. Many call him the best model in their segment. 2, 3 and 4-thread stitches are supported. It is powerful and fast enough to cope with large volumes of work in a short time.

• Juki MO-644D - a cheaper model. Accordingly, its capabilities are also much more modest, but still the overlock meets all basic requirements, performing 15 types of seams, including two threads. The model has a high sewing speed - 1500 stitches per minute. There is support for the role seam, customizable backlight work area.

• Juki MO-51eN - Another model from the budget category. Supports 7 operations, work with various materials, the stitch length is adjustable. On this machine, you do not switch between different types of lines, but get one or another seam through a certain threading of threads.

• Juki MO-735 It is a carpet, that is, in addition to overlock seams, it also performs flashing. This is a slightly different class of sewing machines, they are more universal - flat seams, a chain stitch are added to the basic overlock capabilities, which is simply necessary when working with some types of fabrics (thin, loose and others). Accordingly, such machines are more expensive than conventional overlocks.

• Overlock Juki MO-50e also quite cheap, can perform 6 different seams (work with two threads is not supported). There is a backlight, color marking threading and convenient adjustment of the fabric clamp. Lay-In-System - a system of direct threading - significantly simplifies the process of preparing the machine for work.

• JUKI M0-3604 - This is a specialized three-thread overlock designed for overcasting seams. It works with light, medium and heavy materials. It has a differential feed.

• Juki pe 770 belongs to the middle price category, is simple and reliable. It has a color threading scheme. It operates at high speed (1,500 stitches per minute), one of the useful details is the needle threader for the lower looper. So for those who do not intend to spend a large budget on the purchase of an overlock, but want to work with fast and reliable equipment, this is one of the most suitable options.

• Juki MO-55e - Professional class overlock. Supports work with different seams - from 2 to 4-thread, including role. It has a smooth differential feed and low noise. The modern system of filling the lower looper will save you from unnecessary trouble. Thus, if you need a quiet, reliable and versatile machine with high quality seams, you can opt for this model.

• Juki pe 670 also applies to high-end professional models. True, it does not support working with two threads. This is a universal overlock - it can sew any material, the stitch sizes are adjustable, the sewing speed is 1500 stitches per minute. Adjusting the thread tension is easy and convenient. This model can be recommended to both beginner seamstresses and experienced professionals.

• Juki b-850 similar to the previous one, also supports a three-thread or four-thread seam, it is easy to configure. Users note the good performance of the differential, which always ensures a smooth flow of fabric, as well as the ideal quality of the seams. When working on this overlock, regardless of the nature of the material, you will get a perfect, even at the factory, level line.

As you can see, Juki provides you with a wide selection of models. Depending on your professional needs and budget, you can choose the overlock that suits you, which will become both a reliable home assistant and a professional tool for the workshop. Wherein We advise you to focus on the technical specifications listed above or indicated on the store’s website, as well as on customer reviews.

Overlock is worth buying only from official suppliers, who give a guarantee on their goods. It is better that complete with an overlock there is everything necessary for work - paws, a needle plate, a pedal, an needle holder for an overlock, an instruction manual.

The warranty period is usually a year or two. Generally The service life of this brand of cars exceeds ten years.

If you have official instructions in Russian, you can easily thread the thread and prepare the machine for work. To lubricate the internal overlock mechanism or perform operations such as threading or replacing a knife, refer to the instructions to avoid errors.

Generally Simple setup operations are available even for a beginner. For example, you can replace the needle holder in just two simple steps by installing it on the stem as shown in the instructions and securing it with a fixing screw. For this task you will need a wrench or combination wrench, hexagon.

Also consider the level of comfort - machines with automatic threading and thread control are much more convenient to use.

See how to choose an overlock in the next video.