I want to thank everyone for checking out my video with a special shout out to all my subscribers! Be sure to check in the description for additional information and links to the Juki 1541 manual and purchasing recommendations.
Just bought a new Juki my first machine to make my own boat cover. I am in no rush and know I have a lot to learn. But 100% sure this is the right tool for the job.
I have the same machine that you have ,but it keeps getting out of alignment and it cost me 200 dollars to have the machine guy come to my house to fix it. It takes him two minutes to put it back in alignment. I wish I could fix it myself. Do you have any suggestions?
@@mothermayi7832 Yes get the instruction and engineers manual. I laminate mine and comb bind them so I can keep it easily to read. Best way to get it dialed in.
@@mothermayi7832 your timing is going out and the engineers manual is available for free online. It’s a very simple process and I assure you it’s something you’ll be able To do with a flat head screwdriver and some time.
I already have the Juki Industrial straight stitch. I have a sewing business and repair horse blankets Blankets. My business is growing and I need to add this machine.
I work in marine textiles, we had old seikos that were stressful to say the least, the company recently bought similar machines to this one, I think they’re 1509-lu, and they’re amazing!
I want to say Thank You for your videos. I have learned so much from your videos especially about all of the different models. You explain things in a fun and clear cut manner. Thank You.
I've had this one's little brother, the Juki DU1181n. I sew a lot of marine vinyl on it, and it's my favorite machine in over 50 years of sewing. I don't need a compound feed--I have a Consew 227 cylinder arm, but it's really overkill for my bagmaking needs.
I’ve got a Juki LU-1508 and I love it! The taller height lift of the presser foot is what sold me! All of these machines NEED to run servo motors with the needle position sensor absolutel game changer
I have an old pffaf 1242. Triple feed, with updated servo motor. I sew boat canvas, eisenglass, etc.. it’s a damn tank and is great.. pocket it up with table, new servo motor, freshly services for $500.00. Paid for itself on the first project.
Wow love that walking foot. I starting sewing with machines in 2012 very similar to this. I will eventually add this to my collection as I have some heavy duty projects coming up this Spring/Summer. Very nice indeed;-)
Boy, @Alexander Dyer. I noticed that you were able to adjust the stitch length (direction important here) from, say, 2mm-to-9mm without having to hold down on the fwd/rev handle while rotating the round knob. For example on my JUKI 1541S machine : Increasing the stitch length (round knob) the fwd/rev handle will float up without any hand assistance, BUT, when Decreasing the stitch length (round knob) the fwd/rev handle WILL need some hand assistance (pre-load if you will) to allow the stitch length (round knob) to rotate clock-wise, thus decreasing the stitch length. Hope that made sense. I'm a bit confused. New JUKI 1541S owner. Great video too, thanks.
your videos have been awesome, and i learned a lot from them. actually just purchased the 1541, and it will be arriving next week. if you are out of ideas on videos, you can do one all about this machine (thread types, needles, etc.).
I started with a Juki Lu 563 drove me crazy ... I found the Juki 1541s for $750 near mint condition I love it .... I now own the Juki 1560N and the PLC 1760 it all depends on what are you using them for .....👌🏼👏🏻👏🏻
Alexander you have some great sewing videos. Man you do some serious time editing though. I really would like to see you make more videos. Some of your projects are really good......The wooded bag video was awesome. I really dont see why it has so few views.
That seem to be a great machine and I have worked with a Juki industrial machine while working at a prison in Arkansas where they had an older Singer and a newer Juki industrial machines and the inmates used these machines to make and repair clothing and linen for the prison. I just received a Singer machine for my home and is about to buy supplies for it before using it.
Thank you. I would love to have a Juki or equivalent even if it's older. I'm a home sewer but I don't like the new home sewing machines with all of the computer technology in it that are designed to have a short life.
I have a Jukki 1540 (I think. I bought mine new about ten years ago. Now you show a 1541 so I will have to double check next time i am in the shop). Mine has a reducer on it and while I really like it doing boat canvas, insulated denim coveralls etc. I find the arm really should be longer to better take advantage of the machines capabilities. My biggest gripe with it is the bobbin replacement. The Japanese must have really small fingers but my meathooks won't work in that little space! I have to do it from underneath as you show only I use a large 'L' shaped table so to get under it I have to get up and go around the twelve feet of table to insert the bobbin from the far side where I have a lighter outfeed table that I can move first. I have never been able to start a stitch with any of my machines without holding the threads down. Always learn something new. I didn't know you could fill the bobbins while working. Of course I have a couple of dozen that I fill at one time so I haven't needed that feature. Nice to know though. I did buy a full manual when I bought mine and it is pretty good not like the Chinglish we are now subjected to. Good video. Doug
Great Video Alex. Do you think you could do a quick video on setting up or adjusting the take up spring on the 1541? My son turned the know and the spring moved. I put it back to what i think it should be but cant really find any adjustment procedure or method anywhere online. Thanks for the great videos!
Good info. I liked how you started this vid...with the film countdown...(trigger) I wanted to get into upholstery and a Juki was top of my list. Things didn't go as planned and a Pfaff (1245) came up at a decent price (and no tax). Being able to sew as much fabric as I can fit under that foot is nice... (love film projectors and sewing machines)
Just subscribed. You create very informative videos with interesting content and a smooth delivery. I think it would be awesome to know how to work on these as well as sew on them. They look awesome when in motion!
I have 2 home juki machines dx5 and 2200 mini. I wanted to get another that would see sunbrella easier when making bags. This looks perfect! When I went in to look at a few they were all so fast! I could not get them to sew at a speed that worked for me. This one looks amazing
Speed is a function of the motor. Clutch motors tend to be very fast, that is how 'industry' likes their sewing; time is money. By changing out to a servo motor you can completely change the characteristic and behavior of any given machine. th-cam.com/video/lavkvsU5ltk/w-d-xo.html
Walking foot is important if you want to sew kites or sailboard sails but for a different reason. Coated ripstop polyester is extremely frustrating to sew on a normal sewing machine because the feed dogs slip. It's a very light thin fabric with a feel more like plastic than cloth. Also dacron leading edges and nose webbing are pretty heavy duty sewing as well.
Thank you very much it's very good video I have the old one and work good but in the future buy the new machine all the money together and then buy it the Juki DNU - 1541 thank very much Sir
True workhorse. Had mine for a few years; I personally think it's the best Upholstery grade Walking foot on the market. Although if I could do it all again I'd probably go for the 1508. My 1541 had the knob to adjust the Foot height (as seen on the 1541-7's) as well as the actual tension assembly from the 1508; but not all of the 1541's have that. It appears only the later model ones have both of these. The earlier 1541s have Tension assemblies that feature only one pretensioner which locks the user in at #69-#138 thread. I've gone as high as #277 on mine comfortably with a Sz24-25 needle. 1508 has the U-Bobbin also, which is noticeably bigger in person.
Thank you for your video. Great info on this machine. I've been considering getting one for a long time. Looks like I will try to find a used one. Thanks again.
Thank you. I discovered the importance of the triple feed when I tried to sew a suede binder on wool blanket and flannel sandwich with my wife's domestic machine. Major feeding problems and a twisted up binding. I hope sharing my mistake saves someone else some frustration.
I've been dreaming about an industrial walking foot for years. Unfortunately I haven't been able to gather enough funds for them. Currently doing a lined canvas bag on my domestic and the piecing has been brutal on my arms and legs especially since I'm using a manual treadle machine. I hope I can get a windfall soon and get an industrial
I realize before-hand that I don't have the living space to accommodate a machine of this size but if I am gifted one by some chance, I definitely won't turn it down, lol. Why? I've worked in a few clothing factories earlier in my time so I know about how well Juki sews and I can't forget that knee lift; ya had to be pretty fast at using it if ya expected to make production quota everyday or risk losing your job!
Could you please share some details about the MOTOR you are running in this set-up? I have a good basic servo set up with my Singer 20u33, but it seems to lack power and punch when the going gets a little tough. Sometimes when trying to climb over a thick seam it will just stop dead in its tracks and shudder. Yours is quiet like a servo, but seems stronger and more undaunted.
You have probably seen this video already. th-cam.com/video/lavkvsU5ltk/w-d-xo.html That is my go to motor (the servo). When you say that your machine "shudders" it sounds like something is slipping if I am following you correctly. The 20U is a drop feed and drop feeds have a tendency to peel out or not advance the material when they hit difficult areas like seams. Next time that happens see if your motor is actually stopped or is something else happening. Belt slip Maybe? It is hard to say from here.
the movie Aliens - sigourney weaver aboard the Sulaco with Bishop, then strapping herself into the walking forklift and thumpin' out Mama Bug... this is the textile equivalent i guess. good gawd what a beautiful beast!
Hi! Thank you very much for your videos... I also own 1541 juki, it's excellent, but I found that it is much difficult to sew on it little curved things from thin car-upholstery leather, because of the walking feeding and large outer presser-foot which tries to flatten the material. Can you help me - which type of industrial machine should I try? I wanted to buy one post-bed roller and dog-feed machine, but someone told me it's not suitable for thin leather with "skived" edges - thread will pull it up and down... Well, maybe I should find 2-feeding machine like 1181 or another, with inner foot but replace outer foot with roller or small foot, I don't know. I hope my english is not too bad )) Thank you!
hi Alexander..think i watched all your video's and love all the information you provide. Pitty i cannot buy one since i live in Amsterdam the Netherlands. In fact even in the Netherlands i can never find one of your great sewing machines. Do you know a machine kind of similar to this juki 1541? Here in the Netherlands are a lot of globals /Pfaff's and Durkopp Adler and many many juki confection machines like the 8700 but not a lot of juki 's triple feed.
Alexander, your videos are so informative thank you. Which machine would you take over the other? The Consew 206RB5 or the Juki 1541S with reliability and features? I have only owned home machines and now need an industrial for bags, backpacks and with the way my home machines it comes to some projects that they just can't handle.
So many choices! I am saving up for something like this and appreciate the time and effort you put into your very informative videos. Do you have any videos or thoughts on the this type of machine vs a cylinder arm machine? I have seen some guys use a table adapter to get the flat bed style out of something like the Techsew 2750 with an adapter. I would love to hear your thoughts and those of your audience. Thanks!
Hey, I have the 2750pro and a couple Juki LU562 flatbeds. Honestly, I hardly ever use the table attachment, I mostly use the cylinder arm when necessary and mostly use the flatbeds, I find them easier to manage the material during sewing. Hope this helps! Cheers!
I have one and I suggest you hold the thread to start, I love this machine but you have to watch to complete cycle of the needle wen you reverse to avoid problems. thanks for the video, that's a great machine!
I was saving up for this exact model, I had done my research, checked prices and it was the one I was after. I was getting tired of waiting as I didn't quite have all the funds in order. Instead I bought a lesser-priced Consew 206-RB5, yeah, the first ones made in China, not Japan. It dialed in easily and has been a great machine. Fast forward, I ended up working for awhile at a place that had Juki 1541 machines, many of them. After sewing Cordura at work I would come home and work from my Consew. In the end, I ended up liking the Consew better. Both great machines though, I suppose it's what a person get's used to!
I too have had a China made Juki and I found the quality to be excellent. A person that buys an ISM and is happy with it is a lucky person indeed. Congrats and Thank you.
I have the great grandpappy of all those machines the singer 111w155w yea it doesn't have backstitch or zig-zag. but it will sew anything I need to sew.
I can answer each of your questions with these two videos I made to answer these two questions. 😀 th-cam.com/video/EJlrjWJKdTE/w-d-xo.html 💥 th-cam.com/video/avr3pN_udMA/w-d-xo.html 💣
The sellers can include the table and motor with the head for about $150 more. You have to have it for the machine anyway because it has an oil pan below it, plus it needs a motor.
I own a Juki 1541. I am not positive which model I have because I don't know how to tell the difference between the 1541, 1541S or 1541 DNU. What am I looking for to tell the difference and of the 3 which is the best or the difference? I have had mine maybe 10 years. I would have to find the receipt to be sure when I bought it. I put a different motor on it because I can't drive that fast. I have been sewing 60 years now, learning new stuff all the time. I love my 1541. I would just like to more about what I own. If you can tell me the difference then I will know more about what my machine will do.
Should be a tag on front to say. The S stands for safety mechanism. www.juki.co.jp/industrial_e/products_e/leather_e/plain_e/dnu15417dnu1541sdnu1541.html
How thin or light of material can it run? Or is it just for heavy denim, canvas and leather type material. I use a lot of polyester and cotton but want to do more with leather and canvas. Great video! Thanks!
Can you? Yes. Is it ideal? Probably Not. I keep and old home sewing machine for my light material sewing needs, it is ideal. This video is about thread size but it applies directly to lighter materials that coincide with small thread. th-cam.com/video/EJlrjWJKdTE/w-d-xo.html
@@AlexanderDyer Thanks I kinda figured. Any video you did on the industrial serger? I seen you using one and loved it! The one you did on that canvas bag. I do like the canvas stuff!
Thank you so much for such a fantastic video! I have been sewing for decades but after trying to sew a window in a sailboat bimini (consisting of marine sunbrella and plastipane) using my Husqvarna Viking, I realized I needed a heavy duty machine. I've used a Sailrite LSZ-1 machine that was able to handle heavy duty sewing thru many thick layers for sails, marine canvas, many layers including leather but it's always been a bit temperamental and cannot handle lifetime thread when sewing a zigzag. However, living on a sailboat means that having a portable machine is a must because I cannot have a permanent sewing location. Is there a portable version of the Juki? Or is there a different portable machine that would meet my needs?
I have an old industrial juki LH515 which wasn’t stitching well. My husband and I spent hours threading and rethreading the machine and changing the tension but it still wouldn’t work well. As you would know, this is a twin needle machine so there are two bobbin cases. Well we cleaned one of them but forgot about the other. After cleaning the second bobbin case, the machine is now stitching beautifully. I am not selling it. My question is, how often do we have to change the oil? I have three sewing machines so I don’t use the juki often.
Want your opinion on Juki 1508N and 1541. I make purses, bags etc., I have been using a New Home (now Janome). Its a work horse, but I really want to sew more with leathers, canvas, faux leather, vinyls. Would you recommend the 1508 or 1541. Also can you purchase them assembled, not sure I could do that.
can this machine do thin materials like silk or is it only for the more bulky stuff .. If I am going to work with both delicate and heavier materials like silk satin cotton and vinyls leather and denim .. then do I need two different types of machines?
Nice.....but I’m sticking with my go to ADLER 267......it’s 35 years old....and cost a lot of money at that time....but sooooo reliable....thrashing it out every day.....only trouble it ever gave was a zip shoe broke after 35 years work....metal fatigue obviously...... QUESTION.......IVE BEEN TOLD A SERVO MOTOR CAN BE FITTED BUT NOT A SYNCHRONIZER.....IN YOUR EXPERIENCE DOES THAT SOUND CORRECT???????TIA
Great machine the 267. I am a big fan of the brand and I have an 867. You can put a needle positioner on your machine, the trick is the physical mounting of the positioner on the hand wheel. That part you will have to work out.
Hello. I just watched the Juki 1541 video as I’m Thinking about getting one for making bags , some upholstery etc. However I do a lot of lighter weight sewing like quilt piecing, kids clothes and such. Will it work ok for the lighter sewing as well, as long as I have proper thread and needles? Thanks.
It is possible but not ideal as I explain here. th-cam.com/video/EJlrjWJKdTE/w-d-xo.htmlsi=b3g3O7nZugSce0PP I recommend that you keep a portable home machine for these types of projects and zig zag operations to go along with your triple feed sewing machine. Then you will be ideally setup for all your sewing needs.
10:10 at what point in leather or vinyl does a small stitch become perforation? seems like with a small enough stitch the seam would just become a "tear here" point with some thread in it
I want to thank everyone for checking out my video with a special shout out to all my subscribers! Be sure to check in the description for additional information and links to the Juki 1541 manual and purchasing recommendations.
Alexander Dyer how do you feel about the Juki ddl9000c fms. That’s the next machine I’m going for.
Do you have any experience with the Consew 2206-14 7-DD? It looks like a similar one to this but has programmable features and a direct drive.
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@AlexanderDyer can the 1541 handle light weight material? something like single layer of cotton?
It is nice to see that Thing has found work after the Addams Family.
Actually Thing was my third cousin. He passed away in 2009, god rest his soul.
Just bought a new Juki my first machine to make my own boat cover. I am in no rush and know I have a lot to learn. But 100% sure this is the right tool for the job.
Dear Will,
I am think of buying a machine for the same purpose. Which Julie did you get?
I have owned my Juki 1541s for 10 years now and use it for marine upholstery, canvas and Strataglass. This is an animal with a servo motor.
I have the same machine that you have ,but it keeps getting out of alignment and it cost me 200 dollars to have the machine guy come to my house to fix it. It takes him two minutes to put it back in alignment. I wish I could fix it myself. Do you have any suggestions?
I use a big needle in it ( size 23) when I am sewing on leather.
@@mothermayi7832 Yes get the instruction and engineers manual. I laminate mine and comb bind them so I can keep it easily to read. Best way to get it dialed in.
@@mothermayi7832 your timing is going out and the engineers manual is available for free online. It’s a very simple process and I assure you it’s something you’ll be able
To do with a flat head screwdriver and some time.
Bought my 1st and 2nd Juki today...
8700-7 and the 1541S. Can't wait till Friday! Great video, I'm sold.
I already have the Juki Industrial straight stitch. I have a sewing business and repair horse blankets Blankets. My business is growing and I need to add this machine.
Triple feed is the way.
I work in marine textiles, we had old seikos that were stressful to say the least, the company recently bought similar machines to this one, I think they’re 1509-lu, and they’re amazing!
I just brought mine home yesterday. Thank you for these videos. They will be very helpful as I have never used an industrial sewing machine.
I'm a guy and I want this machine. I currently have a Juki TL-2010Q, but hope to one day, soon, have space for a 1541! 🤩
I want to say Thank You for your videos. I have learned so much from your videos especially about all of the different models. You explain things in a fun and clear cut manner. Thank You.
I've had this one's little brother, the Juki DU1181n. I sew a lot of marine vinyl on it, and it's my favorite machine in over 50 years of sewing. I don't need a compound feed--I have a Consew 227 cylinder arm, but it's really overkill for my bagmaking needs.
Having an underground bobbin is nice if you don’t wanna have to take your work out
Great video thank you for all the work you put in
I’ve got a Juki LU-1508 and I love it! The taller height lift of the presser foot is what sold me! All of these machines NEED to run servo motors with the needle position sensor absolutel game changer
Just ordered one!
Will have to watch the threading videos a couple more times!! LOL!
congrats. exciting
Juki 1415 how much?
My mom has an old juki industrial sewing machine when she used to work at maidenform. It has the original green factory sewing table.
Was she one of the women who sewed the space suits for the Apollo teams?
I have an old pffaf 1242. Triple feed, with updated servo motor. I sew boat canvas, eisenglass, etc.. it’s a damn tank and is great.. pocket it up with table, new servo motor, freshly services for $500.00. Paid for itself on the first project.
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I hear the Sailrite Fabricator is excellent as well with support from the manufacturer.
I have a SInger 111 that was out of control with power. I changed the motor to a sevo motor and now she is a beauty and a beast.
Nice! That's how you do it.
Buying a Julie 1541s on Feb2, 2022 can’t wait to get it
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Thanks to your recommendation, I just got one.
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Wow love that walking foot. I starting sewing with machines in 2012 very similar to this. I will eventually add this to my collection as I have some heavy duty projects coming up this Spring/Summer. Very nice indeed;-)
Boy, @Alexander Dyer.
I noticed that you were able to adjust the stitch length (direction important here) from, say, 2mm-to-9mm without having to hold down on the fwd/rev handle while rotating the round knob. For example on my JUKI 1541S machine : Increasing the stitch length (round knob) the fwd/rev handle will float up without any hand assistance, BUT, when Decreasing the stitch length (round knob) the fwd/rev handle WILL need some hand assistance (pre-load if you will) to allow the stitch length (round knob) to rotate clock-wise, thus decreasing the stitch length. Hope that made sense. I'm a bit confused.
New JUKI 1541S owner. Great video too, thanks.
It is ok to help the adjustment by pressing the reverse down to relieve spring pressure from the adjustment stop.
You're good at this, thanks AD.
your videos have been awesome, and i learned a lot from them. actually just purchased the 1541, and it will be arriving next week. if you are out of ideas on videos, you can do one all about this machine (thread types, needles, etc.).
Excellent vid! I was debating getting one of these, now I feel good about getting one. Thank you👍
Glad I could help!
I started with a Juki Lu 563 drove me crazy ... I found the Juki 1541s for $750 near mint condition I love it .... I now own the Juki 1560N and the PLC 1760 it all depends on what are you using them for .....👌🏼👏🏻👏🏻
Oh wow, nice setup.
Hi, may I ask what drove you crazy with the Juki LU 563? Cheers!
What more can you do on the 1560 that you couldnt do well on the 1541?
Alexander you have some great sewing videos. Man you do some serious time editing though. I really would like to see you make more videos. Some of your projects are really good......The wooded bag video was awesome. I really dont see why it has so few views.
That seem to be a great machine and I have worked with a Juki industrial machine while working at a prison in Arkansas where they had an older Singer and a newer Juki industrial machines and the inmates used these machines to make and repair clothing and linen for the prison. I just received a Singer machine for my home and is about to buy supplies for it before using it.
Thank you. Great video. I just bought this same machine today. I don’t know anything about it, but hope to learn how to use soon.
Love mine. I also have a W111 but the Juki is much nicer IMO and one you’d keep around for life.
I really appreciate your videos you put up on these machines...they are very helpful...THANK YOU!
Glad you like them!
Thank you. I would love to have a Juki or equivalent even if it's older. I'm a home sewer but I don't like the new home sewing machines with all of the computer technology in it that are designed to have a short life.
I have a Jukki 1540 (I think. I bought mine new about ten years ago. Now you show a 1541 so I will have to double check next time i am in the shop). Mine has a reducer on it and while I really like it doing boat canvas, insulated denim coveralls etc. I find the arm really should be longer to better take advantage of the machines capabilities. My biggest gripe with it is the bobbin replacement. The Japanese must have really small fingers but my meathooks won't work in that little space! I have to do it from underneath as you show only I use a large 'L' shaped table so to get under it I have to get up and go around the twelve feet of table to insert the bobbin from the far side where I have a lighter outfeed table that I can move first. I have never been able to start a stitch with any of my machines without holding the threads down. Always learn something new. I didn't know you could fill the bobbins while working. Of course I have a couple of dozen that I fill at one time so I haven't needed that feature. Nice to know though. I did buy a full manual when I bought mine and it is pretty good not like the Chinglish we are now subjected to. Good video. Doug
Juki very good sewing machine.Thank you for detail.
Great Video Alex. Do you think you could do a quick video on setting up or adjusting the take up spring on the 1541? My son turned the know and the spring moved. I put it back to what i think it should be but cant really find any adjustment procedure or method anywhere online. Thanks for the great videos!
Good info. I liked how you started this vid...with the film countdown...(trigger)
I wanted to get into upholstery and a Juki was top of my list. Things didn't go as planned and a Pfaff (1245) came up at a decent price (and no tax). Being able to sew as much fabric as I can fit under that foot is nice...
(love film projectors and sewing machines)
Film projectors and sewing machines. That is a good combination.💪🔥
Thanks for this info, I now got what I have to look out for when I need a machine depending on my work load
Just subscribed. You create very informative videos with interesting content and a smooth delivery. I think it would be awesome to know how to work on these as well as sew on them. They look awesome when in motion!
Thanks for the sub!
New Subscriber here!! Just beginning my search for an industrial! You have helped so much...now find me a machine! LOL
Welcome aboard!
After doing some shopping around yesterday I had decided this exact machine is what I'm going to get.
I have 2 home juki machines dx5 and 2200 mini. I wanted to get another that would see sunbrella easier when making bags. This looks perfect! When I went in to look at a few they were all so fast! I could not get them to sew at a speed that worked for me. This one looks amazing
Speed is a function of the motor. Clutch motors tend to be very fast, that is how 'industry' likes their sewing; time is money. By changing out to a servo motor you can completely change the characteristic and behavior of any given machine. th-cam.com/video/lavkvsU5ltk/w-d-xo.html
Thank you for your video, I have wanted a commercial machine for years. But didn’t know anything about them or what one to look for.
Thanks for this video!I have been looking at this model and you made up my mind for me...Going to buy one!
Considering this machine. I really want an industrial. Thank you for this video!
Oh yeah!
This looks like my dream machine!😮
Walking foot is important if you want to sew kites or sailboard sails but for a different reason. Coated ripstop polyester is extremely frustrating to sew on a normal sewing machine because the feed dogs slip. It's a very light thin fabric with a feel more like plastic than cloth. Also dacron leading edges and nose webbing are pretty heavy duty sewing as well.
Good Stuff, Thanks.
Are you able to sew thin ripstop and kite like material on a 1541? I read that these machines don’t like lite / thin materials.
Thank you very much it's very good video I have the old one and work good but in the future buy the new machine all the money together and then buy it the Juki DNU - 1541 thank very much Sir
True workhorse. Had mine for a few years; I personally think it's the best Upholstery grade Walking foot on the market. Although if I could do it all again I'd probably go for the 1508. My 1541 had the knob to adjust the Foot height (as seen on the 1541-7's) as well as the actual tension assembly from the 1508; but not all of the 1541's have that. It appears only the later model ones have both of these. The earlier 1541s have Tension assemblies that feature only one pretensioner which locks the user in at #69-#138 thread. I've gone as high as #277 on mine comfortably with a Sz24-25 needle. 1508 has the U-Bobbin also, which is noticeably bigger in person.
*PRICEY* might be an understatement🥲
Thanks man ... I love you. I'm going shopping.
Thank you Alexander for this great video.
My pleasure!
What a brilliant machine !
Thank you for your video. Great info on this machine. I've been considering getting one for a long time. Looks like I will try to find a used one. Thanks again.
Great, glad to be of some service.
Cool video! I have the Consew 205 RB & the Thor 1541S; with a Reducer. I Love sewing on Both! Thanks for this video!❤
Thank you. I discovered the importance of the triple feed when I tried to sew a suede binder on wool blanket and flannel sandwich with my wife's domestic machine. Major feeding problems and a twisted up binding. I hope sharing my mistake saves someone else some frustration.
Pls I need one ,his much is it
@@hadizaumar2028 I'm sure it depends on what country you are in. Look for a second-hand one.
I've been dreaming about an industrial walking foot for years. Unfortunately I haven't been able to gather enough funds for them. Currently doing a lined canvas bag on my domestic and the piecing has been brutal on my arms and legs especially since I'm using a manual treadle machine. I hope I can get a windfall soon and get an industrial
These are great machines but you may want to check out sailrite for affordability.
Foes this particular model support a walking foot?
be sure to check out used machines in your area. Doesn't have to be new.
Excellent info. Looking to possibly venture in here. Lots of machines to choose from
I realize before-hand that I don't have the living space to accommodate a machine of this size but if I am gifted one by some chance, I definitely won't turn it down, lol. Why? I've worked in a few clothing factories earlier in my time so I know about how well Juki sews and I can't forget that knee lift; ya had to be pretty fast at using it if ya expected to make production quota everyday or risk losing your job!
love you!!! this video help me a lot to know all kind the machines, I'm looking for one to sew vinyl for boats ...
Glad to help. The triple feed is where it's at when it comes to upholstery and more.
Could you please share some details about the MOTOR you are running in this set-up? I have a good basic servo set up with my Singer 20u33, but it seems to lack power and punch when the going gets a little tough. Sometimes when trying to climb over a thick seam it will just stop dead in its tracks and shudder. Yours is quiet like a servo, but seems stronger and more undaunted.
You have probably seen this video already. th-cam.com/video/lavkvsU5ltk/w-d-xo.html That is my go to motor (the servo). When you say that your machine "shudders" it sounds like something is slipping if I am following you correctly. The 20U is a drop feed and drop feeds have a tendency to peel out or not advance the material when they hit difficult areas like seams. Next time that happens see if your motor is actually stopped or is something else happening. Belt slip Maybe? It is hard to say from here.
the movie Aliens - sigourney weaver aboard the Sulaco with Bishop, then strapping herself into the walking forklift and thumpin' out Mama Bug... this is the textile equivalent i guess. good gawd what a beautiful beast!
Hola !!! fabulosa máquina.
Consulta puedo usar Juki DNU 1541 para coser telas delgadas. Y qué aguja se recomienda. Gracias
Can jukis run monofilament thread too? The clear nylon stuff. I use it all tge time on my Janome pro.
Love my Techsew 5100 for heavy leather work.
Hi! Thank you very much for your videos... I also own 1541 juki, it's excellent, but I found that it is much difficult to sew on it little curved things from thin car-upholstery leather, because of the walking feeding and large outer presser-foot which tries to flatten the material. Can you help me - which type of industrial machine should I try? I wanted to buy one post-bed roller and dog-feed machine, but someone told me it's not suitable for thin leather with "skived" edges - thread will pull it up and down... Well, maybe I should find 2-feeding machine like 1181 or another, with inner foot but replace outer foot with roller or small foot, I don't know. I hope my english is not too bad )) Thank you!
I'm saving rt now to buy this machine.
hi Alexander..think i watched all your video's and love all the information you provide. Pitty i cannot buy one since i live in Amsterdam the Netherlands. In fact even in the Netherlands i can never find one of your great sewing machines. Do you know a machine kind of similar to this juki 1541? Here in the Netherlands are a lot of globals /Pfaff's and Durkopp Adler and many many juki confection machines like the 8700 but not a lot of juki 's triple feed.
I was just thinking the same: what would be the equivalent European second-hand models?
Wow amazing! I wish I have one like that.
I have a Juki clone (Titan) 1541s and I love it.
Where can I get an attachment for a rolled hrm for my 1541 Juki? Love your videos
I like KH attachment and feet.
Alexander, your videos are so informative thank you. Which machine would you take over the other? The Consew 206RB5 or the Juki 1541S with reliability and features? I have only owned home machines and now need an industrial for bags, backpacks and with the way my home machines it comes to some projects that they just can't handle.
Another great video, well done. I want a 1541!
Awesome machine, thanks for sharing, all the best. Subscribed.
So many choices! I am saving up for something like this and appreciate the time and effort you put into your very informative videos. Do you have any videos or thoughts on the this type of machine vs a cylinder arm machine? I have seen some guys use a table adapter to get the flat bed style out of something like the Techsew 2750 with an adapter. I would love to hear your thoughts and those of your audience. Thanks!
Hey, I have the 2750pro and a couple Juki LU562 flatbeds. Honestly, I hardly ever use the table attachment, I mostly use the cylinder arm when necessary and mostly use the flatbeds, I find them easier to manage the material during sewing. Hope this helps! Cheers!
I have one and I suggest you hold the thread to start, I love this machine but you have to watch to complete cycle of the needle wen you reverse to avoid problems. thanks for the video, that's a great machine!
That is good advice, thanks.
I was saving up for this exact model, I had done my research, checked prices and it was the one I was after. I was getting tired of waiting as I didn't quite have all the funds in order. Instead I bought a lesser-priced Consew 206-RB5, yeah, the first ones made in China, not Japan. It dialed in easily and has been a great machine. Fast forward, I ended up working for awhile at a place that had Juki 1541 machines, many of them. After sewing Cordura at work I would come home and work from my Consew. In the end, I ended up liking the Consew better. Both great machines though, I suppose it's what a person get's used to!
I too have had a China made Juki and I found the quality to be excellent. A person that buys an ISM and is happy with it is a lucky person indeed. Congrats and Thank you.
Good one thanks
Wondering about the length of the arm on these industrial machines… seems like I would want that in addition to the heavy duty feature.
Do you think this is a good machine for someone to start out with doing automotive and marine upholstery?
It’s important to comment that that sounds like a servo motor not a clutch motor that’s why it looks so easy to use
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Great informative video, always enjoy watching these.........👍
I have the great grandpappy of all those machines the singer 111w155w yea it doesn't have backstitch or zig-zag. but it will sew anything I need to sew.
Thanks for the information!
Is there a machine that has all these features plus does a zig-zag? Or will I need an entire different machine
H alex great vid.... if my electricity goes out can i use it manually.. is there one I can use both manually and with power.. ?? thanks
Had a 1541 and had to replace the needle bar 2 times as you have to be very careful changing the needle,
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would this machine be ok to sew lighter- medium weight fabrics? also what are the various different feed systems?
I can answer each of your questions with these two videos I made to answer these two questions. 😀
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How do I find the table setup? I have an old Bernina, and want it in a table like that. Thanks for the video and all the great info.
The sellers can include the table and motor with the head for about $150 more. You have to have it for the machine anyway because it has an oil pan below it, plus it needs a motor.
I own a Juki 1541. I am not positive which model I have because I don't know how to tell the difference between the 1541, 1541S or 1541 DNU. What am I looking for to tell the difference and of the 3 which is the best or the difference? I have had mine maybe 10 years. I would have to find the receipt to be sure when I bought it. I put a different motor on it because I can't drive that fast. I have been sewing 60 years now, learning new stuff all the time. I love my 1541. I would just like to more about what I own. If you can tell me the difference then I will know more about what my machine will do.
Should be a tag on front to say. The S stands for safety mechanism. www.juki.co.jp/industrial_e/products_e/leather_e/plain_e/dnu15417dnu1541sdnu1541.html
How thin or light of material can it run? Or is it just for heavy denim, canvas and leather type material. I use a lot of polyester and cotton but want to do more with leather and canvas.
Great video! Thanks!
Can you? Yes. Is it ideal? Probably Not. I keep and old home sewing machine for my light material sewing needs, it is ideal. This video is about thread size but it applies directly to lighter materials that coincide with small thread.
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@@AlexanderDyer Thanks I kinda figured. Any video you did on the industrial serger? I seen you using one and loved it! The one you did on that canvas bag. I do like the canvas stuff!
Here are a couple. th-cam.com/video/xYeiqSQmcc8/w-d-xo.html
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Thank you so much for such a fantastic video! I have been sewing for decades but after trying to sew a window in a sailboat bimini (consisting of marine sunbrella and plastipane) using my Husqvarna Viking, I realized I needed a heavy duty machine. I've used a Sailrite LSZ-1 machine that was able to handle heavy duty sewing thru many thick layers for sails, marine canvas, many layers including leather but it's always been a bit temperamental and cannot handle lifetime thread when sewing a zigzag. However, living on a sailboat means that having a portable machine is a must because I cannot have a permanent sewing location. Is there a portable version of the Juki? Or is there a different portable machine that would meet my needs?
I have an old industrial juki LH515 which wasn’t stitching well. My husband and I spent hours threading and rethreading the machine and changing the tension but it still wouldn’t work well. As you would know, this is a twin needle machine so there are two bobbin cases. Well we cleaned one of them but forgot about the other. After cleaning the second bobbin case, the machine is now stitching beautifully. I am not selling it.
My question is, how often do we have to change the oil? I have three sewing machines so I don’t use the juki often.
Great video. It sews the perfect stitch ...
Want your opinion on Juki 1508N and 1541. I make purses, bags etc., I have been using a New Home (now Janome). Its a work horse, but I really want to sew more with leathers, canvas, faux leather, vinyls. Would you recommend the 1508 or 1541.
Also can you purchase them assembled, not sure I could do that.
can this machine do thin materials like silk or is it only for the more bulky stuff .. If I am going to work with both delicate and heavier materials like silk satin cotton and vinyls leather and denim .. then do I need two different types of machines?
At LEAST two. 😂 th-cam.com/video/EJlrjWJKdTE/w-d-xo.html
Nice.....but I’m sticking with my go to ADLER 267......it’s 35 years old....and cost a lot of money at that time....but sooooo reliable....thrashing it out every day.....only trouble it ever gave was a zip shoe broke after 35 years work....metal fatigue obviously......
QUESTION.......IVE BEEN TOLD A SERVO MOTOR CAN BE FITTED BUT NOT A SYNCHRONIZER.....IN YOUR EXPERIENCE DOES THAT SOUND CORRECT???????TIA
Great machine the 267. I am a big fan of the brand and I have an 867. You can put a needle positioner on your machine, the trick is the physical mounting of the positioner on the hand wheel. That part you will have to work out.
@@AlexanderDyer thanks so much for the reply....I’ll follow that up....great channel....great content......👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Very helpful, thank you.
Glad it was helpful!
Can you get the 1541S with the thread trimmer?
Hello. I just watched the Juki 1541 video as I’m Thinking about getting one for making bags , some upholstery etc. However I do a lot of lighter weight sewing like quilt piecing, kids clothes and such. Will it work ok for the lighter sewing as well, as long as I have proper thread and needles? Thanks.
It is possible but not ideal as I explain here. th-cam.com/video/EJlrjWJKdTE/w-d-xo.htmlsi=b3g3O7nZugSce0PP
I recommend that you keep a portable home machine for these types of projects and zig zag operations to go along with your triple feed sewing machine. Then you will be ideally setup for all your sewing needs.
10:10 at what point in leather or vinyl does a small stitch become perforation? seems like with a small enough stitch the seam would just become a "tear here" point with some thread in it
Figure it out for yourself on test pieces.
thankyou great information. great if you live in America, hard to get if you live in Australia
What a great machine!!
Thanks for sharing, can I also use Brother DB2 B757-3 for car leather upholstery?
I got two words for you. Triple Feed