Juki LS-1342 Series 1-Needle Unison Feed Lockstitch Machine
1-Needle, Unison Feed, Lockstitch, Machine with vertical-axis large hook
The LS-1342-7-0BB/X55275 and LS-1342/X55274 are machines that have a more powerful feed and better responsiveness to thick-thread than standard machines. The walking foot machine with an automatic thread trimmer is provided as standard with an instantaneous change-over device for the alternate vertical movement amount (DL device) and auto-lifter (AK Device).
LA-1342/X55280 is a compound feed machine with a large vertical-axis hook that makes the throat plate on the tip of the cylinder smallest to the utmost limit. Gauges for small articles are equipped as standard, therefore the machine is good at handling small articles and ideal for sewing articles with narrow gussets such as wallets and small bags.
Description
Sewing capabilities and feed performance that respond to a broad range of uses in the sewing of heavy materials
With its larger needle bar stroke, a larger lift of the presser foot, and newly adopted double-tension mechanism, the machine sews beautifully with thick threads (low count thread) and at higher thread tensions. This allows the machine to sew a broad range of heavy materials. The Juki LS-1342 Unison Feed Machine is provided with a single-tension mechanism.
Rectangular feed
Compared with the elliptical feed, the rectangular feed helps reduce gathered stitches.
Alternating vertical movement mechanism
The ratio of alternate vertical movement remains unchanged even when the material thickness changes.
Excellent for the sewing of sharp curves
The slimmed-down throat plate easily responds to the sewing of small tubular articles with diameters as small as φ40mm. This enhances the machine’s ability to smoothly sew not only bags and shoes but also small articles such as wallets.
Gauge for small articles are provided as standard
The throat plate and feed dog are provided with a gauge that offers an excellent capability for the sewing of sharp curves. These gauges are especially useful for the sewing of curves of bags and leather cases.
The operator can easily set and change the vertical stroke of the presser foot and walking foot (LS-1342, LS-1342-7). The large dial on top of the machine head allows precise adjustment of the alternating vertical movement. The machine automatically regulates sewing speed based on the vertical stroke setting, ensuring ideal sewing conditions at all times.
For sewing heavy materials or multi-layered sections, the operator can quickly set the alternating vertical movements of the walking foot and presser foot to maximum by pressing the DL switch. This produces beautiful seams without gathered stitches. The machine includes both a hand switch and a knee switch, giving the operator flexible control over the vertical movement settings.
A helpful automatic reverse feed function is provided as standard
With just a light press on the one-touch type reverse feed button, reverse feed stitching is actuated.
Thread trimming without fail
The machine handles thread counts from #30 to #5. Its highly rigid thread trimming mechanism cuts the thread without fail. The machine can be applied to a broad range of sewing processes, including the sewing of bags.
Excellent operability and maintainability
The underside of the top end of the cylinder-bed is provided with an easy-to-remove cover. This promises easy cleaning of thread wastes. The stitch length can easily select by the stitch dial. The machine’s enhanced operability features include a clear view of the area around the needle, placement of the bobbin thread winder on the front face of the machine arm, and a large handwheel (φ160mm). A knee-lifter mechanism is built in the bed. This reduces the pressure required to operate the knee-lifter and facilitates setup. The machine’s full-open-type top design makes adjusting works easier. The machine comes with a lubricating mechanism that uses a centralized oil wick. This substantially reduces the time and trouble required for oiling the machine. (The hook needs manual oiling with an oiler.) A walking foot mechanism is built into the machine arm to prevent oil from scattering.
The machine places the needle thread-tension-release solenoid on the rear face of the machine head, allowing the operator to easily view the area around the needle entry. This substantially improves machine operability.
