Hello Friend how are you?! About a month ago I got an industrial machine similar to yours and I learned how to get the line in it by watching your video. The instruction manual is very small and you can not understand much of the explanation. It was mistranslated from Chinese to Portuguese. Your video saved me hahaha. 😄 Thank you!!! 👍 Hugs from Brazil!!! 😊
my grandson who work for a company that cleans out 'junk' brought me one of these machines. it didn't have a table, but did have a clutch motor, the table, the machine, and no legs. I just found some k-legs for it. we hooked it up. it seems that the motor works fine - the machine works fine - but it's missing the throat plate to the left of the needle plate, and the switch to turn it off and on - doesn't work. do you have a suggestion on where to get parts? or a manual?
Singer.com has manuals (click on "help/manuals" near the top) for free download. I think sewingpartsonline.com may have some parts for this machine, but I'm not sure. Good luck!
Hi! I'm sorry, I sold that machine about 6 years ago, so I don't have anything to work with for a video on it. I remember mine being tricky to get the tension right when using a wide zig-zag stitch, but I didn't have it long enough to really get a handle on it. Sorry!
Good day . thanks for the lesson. Sorry for the mistakes if there are any, I translate by Google translator. please tell me, I cannot create a zigzag stitch on the Zinger 20u33, the loop is made only on the left side, the thread is not captured on the right side, and as a result I get a straight stitch, I have been suffering for a week now, I bought a machine through second hands thanks in advance
Hi! I sold this machine about 4 years ago, primarily because I was moving across the country, but also because a walking-foot machine suits my needs better. These are great machines, and I agree that older sewing machines (and pretty much everything else) are far better built than ones built today. I don't have much experience with more modern machines, but my sense is that they are fine, just some of the components may not be as solid as a few decades ago. In general, if I have a choice between a well-maintained vintage machine or an identical new machine, I'll always go for the vintage one. Just my opinion, though! I hope that helps, thanks for watching!
In general, this machine will use a range of threads similar to what any household domestic machine will use. Some versions of this machine have a "normal" thread spool holder on top of the machine, and some don't, but you should be able to use either with a free standing thread stand or whatever is attached to the machine. I hope that helps, thanks for watching!
Great info. I have the exact same machine 20u Professional. My problem is needle size. This seems incredibly confusing. I will be using a heavy duty thread, V92 to stitch heavy canvas and sailcloth. Any links to the needles I should use would be great. I have had so many bits of advice but nothing specific. Many thanks. Andy UK
Hi Andy, You are correct, needle sizes are confusing, and with industrial machines you also have to consider the needle system that the machine uses (virtually all domestic machines use one needle system, but there are many industrial needle systems. In case you don't already know, the 20U uses needle system 135x5 (and there are about 5 other system names for the same system). If you search for 135x5 you should find what you need, or just search Singer 20U needle system. Regarding size, there are a couple of sizing systems, American and European. For V92 thread, I would suggest something like size 18 (American)/110 (European), or 20/120. (So when looking online, you are looking for a 135x5 needle in size 110 or 120.) The general rule of thumb on needle size is to choose the needle size that best fits your thread. The thread needs to pass fairly easily through the eye, but also needs to fit well in the channel on the needle shaft; too small of a needle will cause thread breakage, among other issues, and too big can cause malformed or skipped stitches, among other issues. I found this site to have some good info on the topic - www.servicethread.com/blog/article/choose-the-right-needle-size-for-your-industrial-sewing-thread I don't have shopping links to share, and many of the sites I purchase from are in the US, but I am certain there are good suppliers in the UK for industrial needles. I would suggest buying several packs in a few sizes to experiment with. I hope that helps, good luck with your projects!
@@thejasonofalltrades Hi, brilliant, at last some information that makes some sense and gives me the info I need to search for the right needles. I really appreciate the detailed reply and I will start searching now. Best regards. Andy
Good day . I used a translator, I apologize in advance if something goes wrong. My question is: can the sewing machine zinger 20U33 (green) embroider the same way as 20u33 Professional (blue)? thank you in advance.
Hi! The translation is good! I believe that all of the Singer 20U models function exactly the same. I have only owned this one, and I sold it four years ago, so I am not an expert on them. But I believe they are all nearly identical. I hope that helps! Thanks for watching!
Hi, When I filmed this video, I was holding the camera for much of it, and sometimes the camera isn't pointed exactly where I might have hoped. However, it should be really easy to see in the clips right before and right after where the thread goes between the disks.
Thank you for the video. I just bought a 20u33 and working through some kinks. Could you share any info on the best peddle geometry or motor adjustment to support slow speeds? Also any input you have on thicker thread use for bold top stitch look would be great!
Hi Ryan, First, I no longer own this machine, so I'm going from limited memory as far as this particular machine goes. I'll address the thread first. I forget what the maximum recommended thread size was for this machine, but I think it might be size 92 (aka V92 and several other designations). I use V69 on almost everything I sew, and occasionally use 92. I think the next common size up is 138, and I don't know how well (or if) the 20U will run it (but others on the internet certainly will know!). You might be able to run a thicker thread on top and a lighter thread in the bobbin. I don't really know anything about changing the pedal geometry or motor position in order to affect speed, but I don't believe that is an effective way to do it (I'm very much prepared to be wrong about this). One way I know of to change speeds is a different size pulley on the motor. Another, and probably better, would be to change to a servo motor with a speed adjustment knob so you can go slowly when you want and faster when you want. The shop I work for has servos on everything except for one machine, and it always takes a couple of moments to remember how to use a clutch motor when I use that machine. Servos are far more user-friendly and controllable. (I like clutch motors, by the way.) The question that comes to my mind is - what are you going to be sewing? I hate to say it, but thick thread and slow speeds isn't exactly what this machine is made for - a fact I learned after I bought mine. The 20U is primarily designed for the garment manufacturing and alterations market, and is intended to sew apparel fabrics for the most part (it also is apparently excellent for embroidery, but I never used it for that). Like any other sewing machine, it can be made to do other things, but if you're doing heavy upholstery or leatherwork or something, I'd suggest looking for a more appropriate machine. One of the reasons I sold mine was that my Sailrite was far more capable of sewing the thicker technical fabrics (Cordura, ballistic nylon, webbing etc.) that I use most. Anyway, I hope that helps. The 20U is a good machine, and a great first industrial machine, but it is fairly limited. Good luck, and let me know if you have other questions.
The easiest way to slow the machine would be to put a servo motor with speed adjustment on it. Then you can turn the speed down to your comfort level. You could possibly change the pulley on the motor to slow it down, but whatever speed you end up with is what you have. You would need to replace the belt if you change pulleys (depending on how big/small the pulley is). I hope that helps, thanks for watching!
There are a number of cheap servo motors available on eBay and Amazon. Check out my video "Dumping The Clutch," it explains a lot of the process. It's pretty simple, and you can probably just pick the cheapest motor you find, I suspect they're all pretty similar. More expensive ones (like the Sailrite Workhorse I'll be reviewing soon) will have better instructions and support, and probably better quality control.
Hello, Thank you for that video. Could you tell me about what needle and how to instal the needles? My machines thread is fraying and the under thread on the fabric is all bad:(
Hi, This machine uses 135x5 needles (it's complicated, as it's labelled different ways, but 135x5 will get you there). I usually used size 18 with V-69 nylon thread. The needle size is dictated by the thread size, which is (generally) dictated by the fabric you're sewing. The needle is installed with the groove to the front on the needle oriented to the front of the machine. I hope that helps, let me know if you have other questions!
Hi Robin, The 20U/20-33 is primarily designed as machine for clothing alterations and light manufacturing, not marine fabrication or upholstery. It's a sturdy and powerful machine (depending on the motor bolted to it), and has a long stitch length, so it can certainly tackle an upholstery job, but I wouldn't buy one specifically for that purpose. A walking-foot machine would be better for marine vinyl and other thick or hard-to-feed materials. If you don't have/can't find/don't want to buy a walking-foot machine, any sturdy vintage domestic machine should be able to struggle its way through vinyl almost as well as the 20U, so if you already have something like that (or find a cheap one at a garage sale or thrift store, etc.) I'd try that before spending the money or dedicating the space to a 20U. If you already have a 20U, then go for it! It's not ideal, but it should work fine. I hope that helps, good luck with your project and thanks for watching!
I use this machine in most of my recent videos. You might want to check out the knee lift install if you don't already have one on your machine. Thanks for watching and commenting!
Hi! I no longer own this machine, but if you are referring to the belt that connects the motor to the hand wheel, it should be as simple as tilting the machine back to take out the tension, and slipping the belt off. I don't recall exactly how the belt cover is on this machine, it's possible you may have to remove some screws and take the cover off, but that should be pretty simple. I hope that helps!
I no longer have this machine (or its manual), but looking around online I think it uses 135x5, also known as DPx5 and a few other names (sewing needles have an illogical number of different designations). I hope that helps, thanks for watching!
Hi Lynne! Sorry for the delay, I am working on a bobbin winding video for you (I actually just shot it, but I'm going to have to do some re-shooting tomorrow)! Thanks for the question, hopefully the video will be up in the next day or two.
The 20U is designed for sewing garment fabrics primarily. It can sew lightweight leathers, as any sewing machine can, but it is definitely NOT a machine I would use for sewing heavier leathers. Thanks for watching!
Thank you for your demonstration . I have 2 questions for you . First , Dose this machine work wit twin/double needle ?? For things like decorative top stitching . Second , how thick this machine can sew ?? I'm asking about things like heavy wool for coats , jeans , fleece and the like . I'm an amateur tailor , and mainly I make suites and coats , and seriously thinking of getting one . Specially that they're much cheaper than some home sewing machines .....
This machine is not equipped for using a double needle. I imagine you could make it work, but it isn't specifically made for it like a double needle machine is. Some of my other machines have two sets of tension discs to allow for running a twin needle; this does not. I've never tried using a twin needle, so I'm afraid I don't have a lot of input here, sorry! I generally run size v69 thread (equivalent to Tex 70), and I've had no issues. This machine is intended to do light production and alterations on garments, so I think it should be a good choice for your tailoring needs. The only trouble I've had with it is getting over thick seams on slippery nylon fabrics. You may also want to check out my bobbin winding video on this machine, if you haven't already! Thanks for your question, and thanks for watching!
Sorry for bothering you, but I just remembered something. I have another question. Does this machine come a walking foot ?? If not, Am I able to purchase and install one ??? Thank you for your informative videos and advice....
It is no bother, that's why I'm here! This machine does NOT come with a walking foot. I presume you know, but there are walking foot sewing machines, and then there are accessory walking feet that can be attached to non-walking foot machines to give SOME of the advantages of a walking foot. So if you're talking about a walking foot that attaches to a non-walking-foot machine, then no, it doesn't come with one, and I don't know of one specifically for this machine. It's possible a Singer-compatible foot might work, but this machine is very fast and powerful compared to Singer home machines, and I wonder if a home machine walking foot attachment would hold up. This is why I currently have 7 sewing machines .... I don't do a lot of apparel work, but the only issue I've had with this machine feeding well is on thick seams on Cordura nylons. In fact, I'm strongly considering selling this machine, since I end up using my Sailrite walking-foot machine more because of its superior feeding (even though it's slower). But I imagine with stuff like denim it would work better than it does with Cordura. Thanks for the question!
Do you know of a source where I could buy the extra bobbin winding attachment for this machine? It installs on the table under the wheel and winds a bobbin while you are sewing. I searched a little online, but I am not sure what it is actually called.
this is it, but this one is in Australia www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-BENCH-MOUNTED-BOBBIN-WINDER-TO-SUIT-SINGER-20U-ZIG-ZAG-MACHINES-/140952592014?hash=item20d16dde8e:g:bFgAAMXQ0v1RZNK~
Hi Thom, My only suggestion is that you might find an industrial sewing shop and see if they have one. I'm guessing it's a generic winder that will fit many machines. There's a shop in Denver called Ralph's Power, you might look them up and give them a call, if they don't have one they might have better information. Also, you might want to check out my bobbin winding video for this machine. I show how to wind a bobbin while sewing with the machine. I'm not sure what this winder offers in addition...? th-cam.com/video/bd5ymKLWV3c/w-d-xo.html Thanks!
I believe Sailrite has them. I sold this machine, but I think the needle size is 135x5. It's a common industrial size, you can find them from numerous sources online. Thanks for your question, and thanks for watching!
I'm assuming you're referring to the drive belt that connects the balance wheel of the machine to the motor under the table. My machine head is mounted to a table that formerly had a different head mounted to it, and is not the factory configuration, as far as I can tell. So I don't know specifically how yours will work. That said, on my motor there is a long bolt with an adjusting nut that moves the motor back and forth to adjust the belt tension. Yours might be different, but basically the tension should be adjusted at the motor. I hope that helps!
Esta máquina fue fabricada en 1981. Máquinas similares se pueden encontrar en cualquier lugar donde se venden máquinas de coser industriales. Creo que Singer aún fabrica esta máquina. Puede buscar en Google "Singer 20U" para obtener más información. ¡Buena suerte!
Mi dispiace, non lo so e non ho più questa macchina. Spero che qualcun altro possa commentare. Credo che il manuale di servizio per questa macchina sia disponibile online, non so se sia disponibile in italiano ma potresti essere in grado di utilizzare Google Translate. Buona fortuna e stai al sicuro!
si se rompe la aguja cuando haces zig zag se deba a una mala calibracion de el cangrajo de la maquina que es la pieza que esta en la parte de abajo y es donde va la bobina, debes hacerla calibrar . espero te sirva
Thank you so much for the demonstration of how to thread the Singer 20U.
Hello Friend how are you?!
About a month ago I got an industrial machine similar to yours and I learned how to get the line in it by watching your video. The instruction manual is very small and you can not understand much of the explanation. It was mistranslated from Chinese to Portuguese. Your video saved me hahaha. 😄
Thank you!!! 👍
Hugs from Brazil!!! 😊
my grandson who work for a company that cleans out 'junk' brought me one of these machines. it didn't have a table, but did have a clutch motor, the table, the machine, and no legs. I just found some k-legs for it. we hooked it up. it seems that the motor works fine - the machine works fine - but it's missing the throat plate to the left of the needle plate, and the switch to turn it off and on - doesn't work. do you have a suggestion on where to get parts? or a manual?
Singer.com has manuals (click on "help/manuals" near the top) for free download. I think sewingpartsonline.com may have some parts for this machine, but I'm not sure.
Good luck!
Yes , very nice , the type of screws the back of your machine use for the belt cover , please ?
My thread kept coming out of the needle - turns out I'd missed a step in the threading process. Thanks so much for the tutorial!
Please do a video on tension on 20u33!! These machines are fussy!
Hi!
I'm sorry, I sold that machine about 6 years ago, so I don't have anything to work with for a video on it. I remember mine being tricky to get the tension right when using a wide zig-zag stitch, but I didn't have it long enough to really get a handle on it. Sorry!
Good day . thanks for the lesson. Sorry for the mistakes if there are any, I translate by Google translator. please tell me, I cannot create a zigzag stitch on the Zinger 20u33, the loop is made only on the left side, the thread is not captured on the right side, and as a result I get a straight stitch, I have been suffering for a week now, I bought a machine through second hands thanks in advance
Hi do U still have this singer 20u sewing machine? Has it held up well ? I heard the older models wewre built like tanks..
Hi!
I sold this machine about 4 years ago, primarily because I was moving across the country, but also because a walking-foot machine suits my needs better.
These are great machines, and I agree that older sewing machines (and pretty much everything else) are far better built than ones built today. I don't have much experience with more modern machines, but my sense is that they are fine, just some of the components may not be as solid as a few decades ago. In general, if I have a choice between a well-maintained vintage machine or an identical new machine, I'll always go for the vintage one. Just my opinion, though!
I hope that helps, thanks for watching!
Does this machine require sturdier or heavier thread or can I use my regular thread on a cone? Thanks
In general, this machine will use a range of threads similar to what any household domestic machine will use. Some versions of this machine have a "normal" thread spool holder on top of the machine, and some don't, but you should be able to use either with a free standing thread stand or whatever is attached to the machine.
I hope that helps, thanks for watching!
Can you make a video of how remove stuck bobbin
Great info. I have the exact same machine 20u Professional. My problem is needle size. This seems incredibly confusing. I will be using a heavy duty thread, V92 to stitch heavy canvas and sailcloth. Any links to the needles I should use would be great. I have had so many bits of advice but nothing specific. Many thanks. Andy UK
Hi Andy,
You are correct, needle sizes are confusing, and with industrial machines you also have to consider the needle system that the machine uses (virtually all domestic machines use one needle system, but there are many industrial needle systems.
In case you don't already know, the 20U uses needle system 135x5 (and there are about 5 other system names for the same system). If you search for 135x5 you should find what you need, or just search Singer 20U needle system.
Regarding size, there are a couple of sizing systems, American and European.
For V92 thread, I would suggest something like size 18 (American)/110 (European), or 20/120. (So when looking online, you are looking for a 135x5 needle in size 110 or 120.)
The general rule of thumb on needle size is to choose the needle size that best fits your thread. The thread needs to pass fairly easily through the eye, but also needs to fit well in the channel on the needle shaft; too small of a needle will cause thread breakage, among other issues, and too big can cause malformed or skipped stitches, among other issues.
I found this site to have some good info on the topic -
www.servicethread.com/blog/article/choose-the-right-needle-size-for-your-industrial-sewing-thread
I don't have shopping links to share, and many of the sites I purchase from are in the US, but I am certain there are good suppliers in the UK for industrial needles. I would suggest buying several packs in a few sizes to experiment with.
I hope that helps, good luck with your projects!
@@thejasonofalltrades Hi, brilliant, at last some information that makes some sense and gives me the info I need to search for the right needles. I really appreciate the detailed reply and I will start searching now. Best regards. Andy
thank you so much this video and others i watched on this machine helped me so much...
Can you show me how to fix the timing? My machine won’t pick up the bobbin thread
Hi!
I'm sorry, I no longer own this machine. If you google "singer 20u service manual" you should find some options you may find helpful.
Thank you so muck
Thanks very much
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I just received a Singer 20-33. Any clue where I might get a manual for it?
Singer.com has downloads for all their machines.
Good day . I used a translator, I apologize in advance if something goes wrong. My question is: can the sewing machine zinger 20U33 (green) embroider the same way as 20u33 Professional (blue)? thank you in advance.
Hi! The translation is good!
I believe that all of the Singer 20U models function exactly the same. I have only owned this one, and I sold it four years ago, so I am not an expert on them. But I believe they are all nearly identical.
I hope that helps! Thanks for watching!
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Literally, the one part I need to know, winding through the tension discs, you don’t have the camera pointing at that
Hi,
When I filmed this video, I was holding the camera for much of it, and sometimes the camera isn't pointed exactly where I might have hoped. However, it should be really easy to see in the clips right before and right after where the thread goes between the disks.
Thank you
Thank you for the video. I just bought a 20u33 and working through some kinks. Could you share any info on the best peddle geometry or motor adjustment to support slow speeds? Also any input you have on thicker thread use for bold top stitch look would be great!
Hi Ryan,
First, I no longer own this machine, so I'm going from limited memory as far as this particular machine goes.
I'll address the thread first. I forget what the maximum recommended thread size was for this machine, but I think it might be size 92 (aka V92 and several other designations). I use V69 on almost everything I sew, and occasionally use 92. I think the next common size up is 138, and I don't know how well (or if) the 20U will run it (but others on the internet certainly will know!). You might be able to run a thicker thread on top and a lighter thread in the bobbin.
I don't really know anything about changing the pedal geometry or motor position in order to affect speed, but I don't believe that is an effective way to do it (I'm very much prepared to be wrong about this). One way I know of to change speeds is a different size pulley on the motor. Another, and probably better, would be to change to a servo motor with a speed adjustment knob so you can go slowly when you want and faster when you want. The shop I work for has servos on everything except for one machine, and it always takes a couple of moments to remember how to use a clutch motor when I use that machine. Servos are far more user-friendly and controllable. (I like clutch motors, by the way.)
The question that comes to my mind is - what are you going to be sewing? I hate to say it, but thick thread and slow speeds isn't exactly what this machine is made for - a fact I learned after I bought mine. The 20U is primarily designed for the garment manufacturing and alterations market, and is intended to sew apparel fabrics for the most part (it also is apparently excellent for embroidery, but I never used it for that). Like any other sewing machine, it can be made to do other things, but if you're doing heavy upholstery or leatherwork or something, I'd suggest looking for a more appropriate machine. One of the reasons I sold mine was that my Sailrite was far more capable of sewing the thicker technical fabrics (Cordura, ballistic nylon, webbing etc.) that I use most.
Anyway, I hope that helps. The 20U is a good machine, and a great first industrial machine, but it is fairly limited. Good luck, and let me know if you have other questions.
Hi
Thank’s for nice video. I’m new with Singer 20U33. Very fast machine😀
Any hint if I can slow it down?
The easiest way to slow the machine would be to put a servo motor with speed adjustment on it. Then you can turn the speed down to your comfort level.
You could possibly change the pulley on the motor to slow it down, but whatever speed you end up with is what you have. You would need to replace the belt if you change pulleys (depending on how big/small the pulley is).
I hope that helps, thanks for watching!
@@thejasonofalltrades A lot of thank you for the answer. If I need a servo Whitch Name? I have a Singer motor.
There are a number of cheap servo motors available on eBay and Amazon. Check out my video "Dumping The Clutch," it explains a lot of the process. It's pretty simple, and you can probably just pick the cheapest motor you find, I suspect they're all pretty similar. More expensive ones (like the Sailrite Workhorse I'll be reviewing soon) will have better instructions and support, and probably better quality control.
Thank you!
Hello, Thank you for that video. Could you tell me about what needle and how to instal the needles?
My machines thread is fraying and the under thread on the fabric is all bad:(
Hi,
This machine uses 135x5 needles (it's complicated, as it's labelled different ways, but 135x5 will get you there). I usually used size 18 with V-69 nylon thread. The needle size is dictated by the thread size, which is (generally) dictated by the fabric you're sewing.
The needle is installed with the groove to the front on the needle oriented to the front of the machine.
I hope that helps, let me know if you have other questions!
question : do you think this machine would be good for marine vinyl , I was thinking of redoing my boat seats
Hi Robin,
The 20U/20-33 is primarily designed as machine for clothing alterations and light manufacturing, not marine fabrication or upholstery. It's a sturdy and powerful machine (depending on the motor bolted to it), and has a long stitch length, so it can certainly tackle an upholstery job, but I wouldn't buy one specifically for that purpose. A walking-foot machine would be better for marine vinyl and other thick or hard-to-feed materials. If you don't have/can't find/don't want to buy a walking-foot machine, any sturdy vintage domestic machine should be able to struggle its way through vinyl almost as well as the 20U, so if you already have something like that (or find a cheap one at a garage sale or thrift store, etc.) I'd try that before spending the money or dedicating the space to a 20U.
If you already have a 20U, then go for it! It's not ideal, but it should work fine.
I hope that helps, good luck with your project and thanks for watching!
Can you show more on the 20u maybe a small project. Just got one myself.
I use this machine in most of my recent videos. You might want to check out the knee lift install if you don't already have one on your machine.
Thanks for watching and commenting!
do you know how to replace belt of singer model 20U33
Hi!
I no longer own this machine, but if you are referring to the belt that connects the motor to the hand wheel, it should be as simple as tilting the machine back to take out the tension, and slipping the belt off. I don't recall exactly how the belt cover is on this machine, it's possible you may have to remove some screws and take the cover off, but that should be pretty simple.
I hope that helps!
@thejasonofalltrades thanks for your help, it really helps
Which sewing needle does the singer 20-33 use?
I no longer have this machine (or its manual), but looking around online I think it uses 135x5, also known as DPx5 and a few other names (sewing needles have an illogical number of different designations).
I hope that helps, thanks for watching!
Thank you so much for showing this!! Is there anyway you can do one on winding and inserting the bobbin? thanks
Hi Lynne! Sorry for the delay, I am working on a bobbin winding video for you (I actually just shot it, but I'm going to have to do some re-shooting tomorrow)! Thanks for the question, hopefully the video will be up in the next day or two.
thejasonofalltrades Thank you.
You're welcome! Video is up now - th-cam.com/video/bd5ymKLWV3c/w-d-xo.html
thejasonofalltrades Thanks so much for the video! You're awesome! I purchased my machine second hand, so I'm trying to get it set up and running.
You're welcome!
Can the Singer 20u sew leather with no problem
The 20U is designed for sewing garment fabrics primarily. It can sew lightweight leathers, as any sewing machine can, but it is definitely NOT a machine I would use for sewing heavier leathers.
Thanks for watching!
Thank you for your demonstration . I have 2 questions for you . First , Dose this machine work wit twin/double needle ?? For things like decorative top stitching . Second , how thick this machine can sew ?? I'm asking about things like heavy wool for coats , jeans , fleece and the like . I'm an amateur tailor , and mainly I make suites and coats , and seriously thinking of getting one . Specially that they're much cheaper than some home sewing machines .....
This machine is not equipped for using a double needle. I imagine you could make it work, but it isn't specifically made for it like a double needle machine is. Some of my other machines have two sets of tension discs to allow for running a twin needle; this does not. I've never tried using a twin needle, so I'm afraid I don't have a lot of input here, sorry!
I generally run size v69 thread (equivalent to Tex 70), and I've had no issues. This machine is intended to do light production and alterations on garments, so I think it should be a good choice for your tailoring needs. The only trouble I've had with it is getting over thick seams on slippery nylon fabrics.
You may also want to check out my bobbin winding video on this machine, if you haven't already!
Thanks for your question, and thanks for watching!
thejasonofalltrades Thank you very much for your feedback ...
Sorry for bothering you, but I just remembered something. I have another question. Does this machine come a walking foot ?? If not, Am I able to purchase and install one ??? Thank you for your informative videos and advice....
It is no bother, that's why I'm here!
This machine does NOT come with a walking foot. I presume you know, but there are walking foot sewing machines, and then there are accessory walking feet that can be attached to non-walking foot machines to give SOME of the advantages of a walking foot. So if you're talking about a walking foot that attaches to a non-walking-foot machine, then no, it doesn't come with one, and I don't know of one specifically for this machine. It's possible a Singer-compatible foot might work, but this machine is very fast and powerful compared to Singer home machines, and I wonder if a home machine walking foot attachment would hold up. This is why I currently have 7 sewing machines ....
I don't do a lot of apparel work, but the only issue I've had with this machine feeding well is on thick seams on Cordura nylons. In fact, I'm strongly considering selling this machine, since I end up using my Sailrite walking-foot machine more because of its superior feeding (even though it's slower). But I imagine with stuff like denim it would work better than it does with Cordura.
Thanks for the question!
Thank you very much for taking the time to answer my question ....
Do you know of a source where I could buy the extra bobbin winding attachment for this machine? It installs on the table under the wheel and winds a bobbin while you are sewing. I searched a little online, but I am not sure what it is actually called.
I wasn't aware there was one for this machine, but now I want one! Sorry, but let me know if you find one.
I am back to my search, I did find a photo of one, but not sure there is a way to post it here for you to see?
this is it, but this one is in Australia
www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-BENCH-MOUNTED-BOBBIN-WINDER-TO-SUIT-SINGER-20U-ZIG-ZAG-MACHINES-/140952592014?hash=item20d16dde8e:g:bFgAAMXQ0v1RZNK~
Hi Thom,
My only suggestion is that you might find an industrial sewing shop and see if they have one. I'm guessing it's a generic winder that will fit many machines. There's a shop in Denver called Ralph's Power, you might look them up and give them a call, if they don't have one they might have better information. Also, you might want to check out my bobbin winding video for this machine. I show how to wind a bobbin while sewing with the machine. I'm not sure what this winder offers in addition...? th-cam.com/video/bd5ymKLWV3c/w-d-xo.html
Thanks!
TAKE TWO ! I would just be so elated if someone would get you on Go Pro and have no out of focus and a bunch of close ups I
Thanks!
Thank you!
Please let me know where I can buy needles for my singer professional model 20 . Thanks
I believe Sailrite has them. I sold this machine, but I think the needle size is 135x5. It's a common industrial size, you can find them from numerous sources online.
Thanks for your question, and thanks for watching!
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hi. how do you adjust the belt for this machine
I'm assuming you're referring to the drive belt that connects the balance wheel of the machine to the motor under the table. My machine head is mounted to a table that formerly had a different head mounted to it, and is not the factory configuration, as far as I can tell. So I don't know specifically how yours will work. That said, on my motor there is a long bolt with an adjusting nut that moves the motor back and forth to adjust the belt tension. Yours might be different, but basically the tension should be adjusted at the motor. I hope that helps!
But you didn’t show how to put the bobbin 😭
th-cam.com/video/bd5ymKLWV3c/w-d-xo.html
Kiero conprar una maquina comoesta donde Lapuedo conprar y cuanto cuesta
Esta máquina fue fabricada en 1981. Máquinas similares se pueden encontrar en cualquier lugar donde se venden máquinas de coser industriales. Creo que Singer aún fabrica esta máquina. Puede buscar en Google "Singer 20U" para obtener más información. ¡Buena suerte!
qualcuno sa dirmi come si stringe la cingjia di trasmissione della singer 20u professional? grazie
Mi dispiace, non lo so e non ho più questa macchina. Spero che qualcun altro possa commentare. Credo che il manuale di servizio per questa macchina sia disponibile online, non so se sia disponibile in italiano ma potresti essere in grado di utilizzare Google Translate. Buona fortuna e stai al sicuro!
@@thejasonofalltrades grazie
hola bueno dia tengo una de sea pero no me ase er zitza la aguja siempre se ronpe
Hola, He utilizado google para traducir esto. ¿Quieres decir que la aguja está rota? Algunas palabras no fueron reconocidas.
si se rompe la aguja cuando haces zig zag se deba a una mala calibracion de el cangrajo de la maquina que es la pieza que esta en la parte de abajo y es donde va la bobina, debes hacerla calibrar .
espero te sirva
quiero una maquina de esas
Esta máquina es muy buena si usted puede encontrar uno. ¡Gracias por ver!
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