Choosing a sewing machine by Jan

Janome sewing machines are known worldwide. The Japanese company has been on the market for over 100 years. During this time, a number of models that the company offers have grown. All options are characterized by high quality, reliability, fashionable design. It is difficult for the consumer to navigate in the large abundance of the offered quality cars. The company presents modern and multifunctional Janome sewing machines, how to choose the best one and not overpay?

Criterias of choice

In order to make the right choice, it is necessary to clearly determine which operations will be performed on the machine. Dzhanom company offers a wide selection of specific orientation, which may not be necessary in the work. A part of overlocks and carpetlocks carry out 20-27 operations. Many models have a computer program that performs all functions. Such sewing equipment is indispensable in production, in professional workshops, less often it is used at the household level. With amateur use of the machine, most professional operations are not performed. There is no point in overpaying for something that will not be in demand.

The basic rules for choosing a sewing machine should be:

1. Demand for the proposed features.
2. Speed ​​of work.
3. The location of the shuttle.
4. Engine power consumption.
5. Ease of maintenance.
6. The size of the machine.
7. Reliability.
8. The quality of operations performed.
9. Ease of replacing defective parts (both technical and the ability to purchase the right thing in the store).
10. The presence of illumination of the work surface.

Also, the choice should be made based on financial capabilities. Not always the most expensive thing is the best.

Affordable Janon sewing machines are not inferior in quality and reliability to expensive options.

All models of the company are characterized by automatic winding of the thread on the bobbin, the presence of various paws for performing the corresponding operations, the instruction in Russian.

Regardless of the model, all the machines are equipped with convenient needle threaders, covers, a set of tools for minor repairs.

Particular attention when choosing should be paid to the speed of work. The principle - the faster, the better, it justifies itself in computer models of sewing machines or from experienced professionals. The beginning seamstress may not have enough skill to cope with the high feed rate of the fabric. In this case, situations are possible in which the seams on the product will have to be flogged and fixed. When working with delicate fabrics, this leads to damage to the product, which cannot be fixed.

An important point is the possibility of service, warranty store.

Types of sewing machines manufactured by Janome

Sewing machines are designed for professional use and for simple technical solutions in the home. Budget options are designed for fans who do not need complex operations. The minimum set of functions that may be needed in everyday life is such a specificity of household models.

The cars of the company have a different operating principle - electromechanical machines and computer-controlled models. The first option is the most familiar, computer - the latest development of the company.

Dzhan machines with the electromechanical principle of operation are divided into classes according to the functional:

1. Sewing machines.
2. Overlocks.
3. Overlocks.
4. Sewing machines.
5. Embroidery machines.

In turn, each species has specific varieties. Overlocks and carpetlocks are divided by the number of threads that do the work, the number of operations.

Sewing machines

The most popular at the household level is the basic budget model - Janome grape. She performs simple technical tasks related to sewing and repairing clothes. Works with all kinds of fabric. The shuttle is vertical, performs 15 operations, an electromechanical engine. Makes hidden, reinforced, straight lines, as well as simple overlock and finishing work. The supply of fabric is uniform, without jerking. The inner frame is metal. The machine is durable, with good quality stitches. Various models of this line differ only in design. For amateur use, this option is optimal.

Overlocks

Designed for processing the edges of the product sequential chain seam. During sewing (the old term), uneven fabric is trimmed, the edge is fixed and fixed. The latest MyLock models have proven themselves well. Work with 2 - 4 threads, convenient supply of fabric, perform both flat seams and role-playing. The maximum number of seams subject to household overlocks is 8. All models are reliable, easy to maintain. Some may have paw pressure regulators, knives. Maximum speed - up to 1300 stitches per minute.

For professional models, the horizontal arrangement of the shuttle is characteristic.

Industrial options are equipped with a switch from 2, 3 thread seams to 4 threads, speed - 1500 stitches / min, perform 13 operations, work with all types of fabrics.

Carpetlocks

Overlocks combine the function of an overlock and a regular sewing machine. Perform up to 20 operations (both suturing and overlock), work with all types of fabrics. Differentiated tissue feed, pressure regulator of the foot, trimming the edge of the fabric during surgery. This is a professional (most expensive) technique, which is in demand in factories, in workshops, can be used in everyday life, as it combines the functions of an overlock and a sewing machine. With such a model, you don’t have to spend money on specific cars, moreover, it will save space.

Sewing machines Janome

Machines of this class are designed for operations on the edge of elastic fabrics. Knitwear, stretch products - everything that has the ability to stretch can be stitched qualitatively only on machines of this kind. The seam of the product is stretched, repeating the shape of the edge, while after processing on the sewing machine the thread does not break, but stretches along with the fabric. After drawing, it takes its original position, without leaving loops, elongated threads.

The new Cover Pro models have:

• thread tension control system;
• switches for heavier and lighter fabrics;
• joint reinforcement system;
• LED illumination of the working area.

The new Janom sewing machines feature an enlarged work platform with adjustable fabric feed. They can work with 2, 3, 4 threads, all adjustable presser foot strength.

Embroidery machines

Without such a technique, the work of modern sewing masters is impossible. They perform children's applications, embroidery. Models are equipped with a hoop that regulates the flow of fabric, threads.

Modern models can embroider several types of stitches, cope with patterns of any complexity. Such machines have specific selection requirements:

1. Reliability of fastening of a hoop.
2. Embroidery speed.
3. Reliability of tissue fixation.
4. Carriage stroke width.
5. The size of the working platform.

The most convenient are automatic embroidery machines.

Computers

The company Dzhanom is one of the founders of a new direction in sewing production - computer-controlled process control. There is nothing surprising in the fact that today it is considered a leading manufacturer of computer-based sewing machines.

New versions of sewing equipment operate in automatic mode, with the function of sewing without a pedal, perform up to 100 operations. Equipped with a display (both simple and liquid crystal), a device for automatic threading, adjusting the width and length of the stitch. Like all computers, such cars have memory, several variants of the alphabet.

Advantages of computer machines:

1. Automatic threading.
2. Automatic selection of the type of stitch.
3. Sewing Advisor.
4. Work with all kinds of fabrics.
5. Presence of function of conversion of stitches.
6. Line quality control system.
7. Sewing without a pedal.

At the same time, the cost of a computer is not much higher than usual.

The Janome MC6500 Professional semi-industrial computer performs 135 operations, has 7 loops in its arsenal, and its speed is 1000 stitches / min. Thread trimming, needle threader, horizontal shuttle, embroidery function, darn.

Household and industrial computer models replace several narrow-profile machines that perform various special functions. This is a new generation of machines that will eventually supplant electromechanical samples.

If you keep up with the times, then such a model is ideal.

Most popular cars

The leader in the ranking of 2019 among sewing machines is Jan. A Japanese company with manufacturing facilities in Taiwan and Thailand was able to provide high quality at a relatively low cost. Great intellectual potential and cheap production played an important role in this.

Another Asian company Brother, being a competitor to Janome, is adequately represented in the Russian market. It is difficult for a beginning seamstress to determine which sewing machine is better - Brother or Janome. Both Japanese companies carefully monitor the quality of their equipment, work on the introduction of new products.

Firms of the American and European production of equipment for the clothing industry proved to be quite good. Everyone knows the German company Singer, which the Americans bought.

Recently, the company Dzhanom is more familiar in the Russian market.

Experienced professionals say that, among other things, when comparing, you should pay attention to the material of which the body is made, as well as the weight of the machine. Metal cases are valued higher because they have a greater margin of safety.

According to reviews of customers who used the machines of various companies, a review of popularity was compiled.

The ranking of the best machines for the home with electromechanical control is led by Janome 419S / 5519.

Among amateur computer machines, the Janome Dekor Computer 4030 is recognized as the best.

The leader in sales on the Russian market is the inexpensive Janome grape model.

Despite the fact that Brazer is actively promoting itself in the Russian market, the company continues to hold leadership by Janom. Today, this company is represented in the Swiss market most fully, and consumer demand for its products remains high. Constant demand and positive consumer reviews have earned her great popularity. What is the best Janome sewing machine to choose: electromechanical or computer, the consumer decides.

Title	Janome 419S / 5519.	Janome Dekor Computer 4030	Janome grape
Type of control	electromechanical	computer	electromechanical
Number of sewing operations	19	30	15
Loop execution	machine	automatic, number of types of loops: 6	semiautomatic device
Lines	basting, countersunk, elastic, elastic countersunk	basting, countersunk, elastic, elastic countersunk	overcast, countersunk, elastic
Price	from 11100 rub.	from 16000 rub.	from 5850 rub.