Juki DDL 8700 Review

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Overview

Today, we look at the Juki DDL 8700, another imported product designed for fast and easy operation. This single-needle lockstitch sewing machine can handle high volume industrial work, yet is flexible enough for basic sewing work in any home. Available with its own table top, the motorized DDL-8700 promises easy maintenance and high reliability.

Features and Specifications

• Single-needle, lockstitch model
• High speed operation: Max. 5500 stitches per minute
• Maximum foot lift: 13 mm
• Maximum stitch length: 5 mm
• Maximum stitches: 6 stitches per inch.
• Needles: 9-18 DBX1 (16×231) up to size 19
• Presser Foot Lift: Max. 5.5 mm (by hand); Max. 13 mm (by knee)
• Needle Bar Stroke 30.7 mm
• Hook auto-lubricating full rotary hook
• Includes Plywood Top and Metal Stand
• 0.5 hp Clutch and 110V-220V, 3450 RPM Motor

Main Review

If you are looking for a reliable high speed sewing machine at a reasonable cost price, the Juki DDL 8700 can be a tempting choice. Imported from China, this machine is specifically designed for effortless operation and fast straight-line stitching. The DDL 8700 is one of the latest products from Juki, a Chinese company that offers a range of domestic and industrial machines. In terms of overall design, it replaces the older DDL-8500 model and has improved features and higher reliability.

One great feature of the Juki DDL 8700 is the high speed of operation, with a maximum output of 5500 stitches per minute. This makes this sewing machine ideal for anyone with a small business in dressmaking or alterations. Even at maximum speed, the machine head produces very little vibration, thanks to its advanced design using 3D CAD technology. This is a big help if you need to spend long hours operating the sewing machine.

The Juki DDL 8700 comes with its own table top and metal stand, which saves you the cost and effort of getting a separate mounting. This automatic sewing machine has a powerful 3450 RPM motor that is designed for reliable operation, even under heavy workloads. Juki has tried to reduce the noise and vibration levels, but it can be a bit loud for smaller home environments. However, these are not out of the ordinary for a completely automatic high speed machine.

Juki has provided the DDL 8700 with a comfortable 13mm foot lift, which gives you the flexibility to work with a range of materials and thicknesses. Compared to previous Juki models, this machine has completely new modified sewing mechanisms, which allows for low-tension sewing action. As a result, you have better control over the stitching, no matter what type of material or stitch length.

Juki has included a light-touch stitch dial to further improve ease of operation. In fact, the Juki DDL 8700 has several features that help reduce the burden on anyone using the machine. For example, the throat plate has marker grooves that give you a convenient guide for seam allowance. All of this is possible thanks to Juki’s long experience in designing sewing machines for the international market.

The Juki DDL 8700 really shines when it comes to straight stitching. Thanks to its improved design, you can complete large volumes of stitching work in minimal time. Every aspect of the control and operation is designed to be easy and effective, making it a boon for both professionals and amateurs. Juki has also worked at improving reliability and reducing maintenance, which is great news whether you are using this sewing machine at home or for your business.

One point to note is that the Juki DDL 8700 also comes with a fully computerized version called the DDL-8700-7. This version of the sewing machine has the exact same specifications as the DDL-8700 with the addition of a small computer unit that allows you to program in various types of stitching tasks. However, the additional cost may not be worth it if you are looking at basic sewing work.

The Final Word

At this cost, the Juki DDL 8700 definitely provides very good value for money. You get a very reliable, high speed lockstitch machine that is easy to use, requires very little maintenance, and can handle a variety of sewing jobs on different materials.

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