Sewing machines and overlocks Jack: models, recommendations for selection

For comfortable and efficient sewing, you need a modern sewing machine. It doesn't matter if you work at home or run a sewing workshop - this technique will save you a lot of time and the quality of your work will be high. You just need to choose the right model - Jack sewing machines and overlocks may just suit you.

The Jack company manufactures industrial sewing equipment in China, about ten years ago, their products gained wide popularity in the world market. As popular as conventional Jack brand sewing machines, and overlocks - specialized equipment for turning the edges of products... A professional seamstress cannot do without both the first and the second pattern.

Among the advantages of the brand's products are the low price of many models, as well as their efficiency. These two qualities make Jack sewing machines very attractive in the budget segment. Low noise level is also very important - many users note this useful feature of the technique in question.

Of the minuses, there is a lack of versatility in working with various types of fabrics. Problems may arise with some models if you are sewing heavy and thick materials. When choosing, it is worth clarifying to what height the foot can be raised.

Sometimes people complain about the quality of the shuttles or the not too compact dimensions of the models.

The Jack sewing machine range includes many modifications, differing in their technical characteristics and suitable for different purposes.

Single-needle machines, including the Jack brand in question, are to a wide category of sewing equipment of the most versatile type... They are used for a wide variety of tasks and are available in different versions. The sewing of both thin and thick fabrics is successfully carried out with these sewing machines. In addition, there are different sets of components, such as needles and feet, for different types of operations.

The indisputable advantage of single-needle sewing machines is low thread consumption, because there is only one line in the seam... The seam looks the same from both the front and back sides.

One of the industrial models in this category - JK-A4 - is distinguished by advanced features, a wide range of functions. It is a professional sewing machine with built-in servo motor, display, LED work area and voice control function.

Working with this model is very convenient thanks to the automation functions, including thread trimming, raising the foot, securing the stitch and positioning the needle. Also among the advantages of the model are the economy in power consumption, a high level of performance.

For those interested in a slightly less expensive single-needle model, might be of interest JK-A2-CHQ (Z). It also features high performance with low power consumption and advanced automation. It should be borne in mind that this model is not well suited for sewing particularly delicate fabrics.

There is also a budget single-needle model - F4. It handles light and medium fabrics well, is quiet and has a built-in servo motor. The backlight provides additional comfort.

JK-8720H, close to the latest model in price May appeal to those who work with medium to heavy types of materials. Has an automatic lubrication system. Another budget-class model similar to it is the JK-5550.

JK-6380BC-Q has more useful functions - there are upper and lower conveyors, which allows the fabric to advance evenly without stretching it. Oversized shuttle, low power consumption provide an advanced level of productivity. There is a servo motor and backlight, you can work with heavy materials.

There are also single-needle sewing machines for specific purposes, such as JK-T20U53, - it can be used to sew a zigzag seam. JK-6380 has special capabilities for working with productsdifficult to move, such as sofa covers, bags. The walking foot allows you to cope with the task of uniform movement of material.

Many sewing operations involve sewing two stitches in parallel in the same seam. Since Jack mainly manufactures industrial sewing machines, they have enough productivity and professional features to handle the amount of work that a sewing workshop has to offer.

If you are not in the business of making or altering clothes, you might want to consider smaller and more powerful household sewing machines.

For example, model JK-58750G-405 with two needles has high quality seams and accessories (shuttles are made in Japan). Basic functions such as thread trimming, needle positioning, bartacking are fully automated.

Another, close to it in functionality Model JK-58750J-405E is great for medium to heavy fabrics.

Unlike the machines with two needles discussed above columnar model JK-68920 costs much less, but is suitable only for such specific types of materials as leather, leatherette... A leather roller is used as a special device for such work.

A special class includes coverstitch machines designed to work with knitted fabrics. They are also called cover-stitching and it is with their help that they perform special flat seam - flatlock. Jack models for making such seams are usually equipped with three or four needles, can sew in five threads and have various devices for comfortable sewing of knitwear and similar fabrics.

For example, model JK-8569A-02BB has three needles, and one of them is turned off, and then the machine goes into two-needle mode. There is also a function for working with edging. This cover sewing machine can work with 4 and 5 threads, has a differential feed of the fabric and a high sewing speed (6000 rpm).

Sewing model JK-8569A-02BB has three needles, you can switch to the operation mode with two of them. There is a border function.

Chainstitch sewing machines have a specialized purpose, having a fundamental difference from machines with a lockstitch. Models with one needle are needed in order to temporarily fix the details of the sewing product with one line. Then this line is quite easy to dissolve.

Other models that can sew multi-thread seams have successfully replaced lockstitch sewing machines. Sewing on them is faster than on the latter, since you do not have to re-thread the threads in the hook.

Jack special sewing machines - these are already whole programmable machines that can perform specified operations automatically. They may be needed for large sewing workshops and workshops, where there is a large flow of products. They are very complex in design: sensor systems, drive automation and many other functions. Their management requires professional skills.

In addition to ordinary and cover-up sewing machines, the brand has a developed line of overlocks, with the help of which overcast seams are performed. For example, The JK-804D-M2-24 works with 4 threads and allows you to sew and overcast in parallel. It runs quietly thanks to a redesigned economical servo motor.

The model has an improved lighting system. Very high sewing speed - 6000 stitches per minute, this characteristic is much higher than that of household overlockers from other manufacturers.

The JACK E4-4 also performs seam and overcast operations. This overlock has an automatic lubrication system and a servo motor speed adjustment function. It works well on light and medium fabrics, while being quiet and energy efficient.

Overlock with two needles JK-E4-4-M03 / 333 allows you to sew seams in 4 threads, has all the same basic functions and a speed of work - 5500 stitches per minute.

When choosing a sewing machine or overlock, the specifics of the tasks for which you are buying the tool are decisive factors. Take into account what types of fabrics you are working with, what volumes you need to perform regularly, and make a choice in favor of one of the models.

Preparing the machine for work and the sewing process itself require certain knowledge, especially if it is an industrial model. You need an official instruction manual to set up your sewing machine. Thread the threads as described in the instructions so that the equipment does not jam during operation.

Some actions with this technique involve partial disassembly and removal of parts - for example, overlock knives require sharpening from time to time. To complete this task, again follow the instructions for your specific model.

To learn how to set up the Jack C4 industrial four-thread overlocker, see the next video.