Sewing machines Brother: models, recommendations for selection

Sewing machines are used to sew flat seams that cannot be produced with other sewing equipment. This is the most convenient unit for sewing products from highly stretchable fabrics, knitwear, stretch and knitted materials. And in order for the coverstitch machine to serve as long as possible and to delight the tailor with its smooth operation, we recommend that you pay attention to machines made by Brother when choosing a device.

The equipment of the presented brand is in great demand not only at home in Japan, but throughout the world. The company's products are manufactured at their own factories and factories around the world, including China, Vietnam, USA, Slovakia, and the Philippines. Fans of the brand are attracted by a wide range of products, as well as the opportunity to choose specialized spare parts and accessories for equipment.

You can choose the right product through the manufacturer's official website, then the buyer can be sure of the high quality of the product. Another advantage of sewing equipment is an intelligent unified design that fills the room where the equipment is installed with an atmosphere of rigor and seriousness. This is the impression a quality tailoring workshop should create.

Please follow these guidelines when choosing a Brother cover sewing machine.

• Check for smooth running of the working foot and the sound of the motor... Real Japanese cars have a low noise level, easy running and smooth program switching.
• Examine the working space between the extreme needles... The 5.5 mm width is a two-needle version capable of producing the same type of stitch, and the 6.5 mm width is typical for the 3-needle 4-thread technique, with which it is possible to use several types of stitches.
• In addition, purchase the SA225CV overlap for the coverstitch machine, it is available for 2340CV, CV3440, CV3550 models. This detail will help to stitch a 12 mm wide braid in finished form, formed from a strip of fabric 40-42 mm wide. Such an element will greatly simplify the work.
• Buy a model only in a trusted location, so that for the warranty period there is technical support, because the presented equipment is quite complex in technical terms, and not every master will cope with the task in the event of a breakdown.

When choosing a model take a look at the CV 3550 and CV 3440 variants. The first of them is an aggregate for 5, 4, 3 and 2 strands, and the second is for 4, 3 and 2 strands. The working area of ​​both coverstitch machines is 155 mm. These models are convenient because there is no need to change the tension during operation, it has already been adjusted in production.

The technique is characterized by a simple and quick threading; both models come with a transparent foot. Comfortable operation is ensured by the right position of the presser foot lowering lever. Also, convenience and efficiency is achieved by the presence of a small free sleeve. Both models are capable of producing chain stitch, narrow flat stitch, wide flat stitch and triple flat stitch, and for the more functional CV3550, narrow and wide top cover seams and triple cover seams with top cover are also available.

Also noteworthy is the M 2340 CV model. Currently, it is not represented in the catalog on the official website of the company, however, it can be found on sale, including by examining the ad sites. Judging by the reviews, the master works easily and quickly with light and thick fabrics on this machine. It “takes” knitwear well, produces even and neat flat stitches, makes it possible to set the desired differential coefficient and adjust the level of pressing of the fabric.

The device operates in five modes with 2, 3 or 4 threads, it allows you to sew a cover stitch and chain stitch. The advantages of the model include its stability, compactness, simple adjustment of seams, it is possible to carry out many treatments, neat result, versatility. Among the minuses, users note increased noise level, frequent situations in which the left thread breaks, also, not every buyer is convinced by the plastic case.

In general, the opinions of professionals and amateurs about Brother coverstitch machines are positive.

Of the minuses, it is mainly called the high cost, but according to professional tailors, the price is fully compensated for by the high quality.

If we consider the reviews for the most popular model CV3550, then it is worth noting such advantages as a smooth and beautiful stitching, simple setup, quick refueling. The top flooring makes a special impression on customers - working with it becomes more interesting, faster, easier. Among the shortcomings of the model are the difficulty of adjusting to a 5-thread stitch, the difficulty of passing the needle through the seals and the need for constant tension adjustment.

A video review of the Brother CV 3550 cover sewing machine is presented below.