Overlocks Merrylock: pros and cons, models, choice

Overlocks Merrylock is a world leader in the design and manufacture of equipment for sewing production. Since its formation in the mid 90s of the last century, Merrylock has been manufacturing overlocks for domestic and professional use. Consider the main models, their pros and cons, as well as the nuances of choice.

After the end of World War II, the island of Taiwan freed from Chinese rule and became the focus of high-tech industries that were engaged in the manufacture of goods of higher quality than those manufactured in China. By the beginning of the last century, Seng Chang had created a center where household overlocks were made. It took two years for the factory built in Taichung to organize the assembly and production of small overlocks. This is where Merrylock began.

The years 2000s were marked by the company's entry into the world market. The main advantage of the goods of this company was high quality and long term use.

Popular overlock models have both their advantages and disadvantages. We will analyze them in more detail.

Merrylock 013 - characterized by 3-thread and 4-thread seams, performs a role seam, differential feed. The speed is 1.3 thousand stitches per minute.

The advantages of this model:

• makes it possible to easily and efficiently process products even from highly crumbling material;
• simple and easy to use.

No flaws were identified.

Merrylock 055 - product with differential feed, manual control. It makes it possible to control the level of clamping matter and the width of its trim. There is a function to disable the knife. The model is designed for 3-4 threads. Allows 8 types of operations. Performs 2 types of seams - role and Flatlock. The foot rises 0.6 cm.

The main positive characteristics are:

• high quality assembly;
• smooth running;
• smooth stitching; comfortable stitch adjustment;
• good backlight;
• applicable with any fabrics;
• high sewing speed.

The disadvantages include:

• it’s very difficult to correctly thread the thread;
• it is difficult to adjust the thread tension;
• the instruction manual does not contain enough information, which makes the product uncomfortable for beginners.

Merrylock 006 - characterized by a 4-thread seam. It has an electromechanical control type. The foot rises to 0.6 cm. The highest speed of 1.3 thousand stitches per minute. There is a regulation of the pressure of the presser foot on the fabric and the stitch length. Comes with a cover.

The advantages of this model:

• makes neat and even lines;
• works without noise;
• settings are changed with a single keystroke;
• easy to manage.

No flaws were identified.

Merrylock 065 - refers to the latest. It has a design using soft plastic. In the presence of lighting, a large area of ​​work, a removable hose platform. The model is designed for 2-4 threads. There is a manual control of thread tension. A role seam is carried out, there is a differential feed, a tanker of the lower looper ..

Merrylock 012 - is a new model of 4-thread overlock. The product makes 3-4-thread stitches, role seams and a flat seam. Using this model, you can even work with delicate materials, such as organza, cotton, knitwear. And with heavy fabrics, which include denim, tweed and velveteen.

Positive characteristics are:

• fully mechanical type of control;
• you can use the equipment at home and in production;
• the components of the equipment are made of steel, which ensures a long service life;
• the ability to easily and quickly thread a thread allows you to learn to perform all operations even for beginners;
• the indicator of threading the threads into the device, showing the tension of the threads, makes it possible in a matter of minutes to configure the equipment to work with a variety of materials and to process fabrics of various types;
• the presence of a differential helps to stretch the material to get shuttlecocks when sewing sleeves, a collar and the lower edge of the dress, and to sorb it to prevent the formation of waves on the knitwear.

Merrylock 010 - residential model. Makes 4-thread stitches. There is no automatic refueling, there is differential feed, knife cutoff. Types of stitches: 4-thread ultra-stretch stitch, 3-thread overlock, 3-thread open, 3-thread roller stitch. The highest speed of 1.3 thousand stitches per min.

The advantages of the machine are:

• smooth 2-4-thread stitches and role seam;
• silent work;
• easy settings;
• easy threading;
• long term of operation;
• reasonable cost.

For home use - it’s the ideal sewing equipment

There are also disadvantages:

• the presence of manual threading of threads - automatic would make it possible to save time;
• the complete set does not contain additional legs, they have to be bought separately;
• during sewing, the overlock vibrates a little - this is inconvenient.

Merrylock 004 - a model making 4-thread stitches. Sewing speed 1.3 thousand stitches per minute. There is a regulation of the pressure of the foot on the fabric, the stitch length. The type of device control is electromechanical.

The advantages of this device are:

• seam adjustment;
• work area highlight;
• ease in management;
• the ability to design edges with soft folds.

Deficiencies in this model are not identified.

Merrylock 001 - model with differential feed and manual thread tension. There is no display, 5-thread stitch, automatic needle threading, threading the lower looper. There is an adjustment of the fabric clamp.

The advantages are:

• easy use;
• reasonable cost.

No flaws were found.

Merrylock 220 - is a novelty of the current year. The model is represented by 2-4-thread overlocks with a differential. There is an automatic thread tension. The main feature of this model is the presence of a sleeve platform, which makes it possible to process sleeves, the bottom of trousers and other hard-to-reach spots.

The advantages of the model are that with the help of it you can gently sweep the edges, not allowing shedding of fabric, to give things completeness. For example, a 4-thread overlock will help to cope with thin, picky material.

No flaws were found.

Merrylock 007 - is a 5-thread carpet. There is a differential feed of fabric, a chain stitch, a seam is sewn. The speed of 1.3 thousand stitches per min.

The advantages are:

• seams are almost the same as industrial machines;
• yarn tension can be adjusted well;
• smooth running, silent operation.

Of the shortcomings - the needle holder quickly fails.

Merrylock 003 - It is an overlock with differential feed, manual control of the thread tension, refueling of the lower looper, regulation of the cutoff width of the material, the pressure of the material, the puncture force stabilizer. There is no automatic needle filling.

The advantages of this equipment are that it makes it possible to get good seams, and it is easy to use.

When choosing an overlock, a number of points must be taken into account.

• Type of product. For example, an overlock is a machine that simultaneously cuts and overcasts the edge of a cut of textile fabrics, preventing them from shedding and spreading. Overlock is an overlock with a chain stitch looper, which helps to make stitch seams when processing knitwear.
• Types of seams: 2-4-thread, 5-thread seam at the carpet. In addition, a flat seam, a chain seam, a role seam.
• Availability folding table.
• Auto tracking behind the thread tension.
• The presence of thread cutter.
• The presence of a sleeve platform, needle threader.
• The presence of a display. It happens only in more expensive models.

In the next video you will find an overview of the Merrylock 005 overlock.