{"product_id":"juki-mh-2960v-industrial-two-needle-direct-drive-semi-dry-top-and-bottom-feed-double-chainstitch-machine-with","title":"JUKI MH-2960V Industrial Two Needle Direct-Drive Semi-Dry Top and Bottom Feed Double Chainstitch Machine with Active Needle Thread Tension (SC952 control box)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eJUKI MH-2960V: Two-Needle Top and Bottom Feed Chainstitch Machine with Active Needle Thread Tension\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMH-2960V\u003c\/strong\u003e is a two-needle double chainstitch head with a semi-dry, direct-drive build and top and bottom feed. The \u003cstrong\u003eactive needle thread tension\u003c\/strong\u003e for a job is set on the operation panel and kept in memory, so it can be recalled when the product changes. An \u003cstrong\u003eauto lifter\u003c\/strong\u003e raises the presser bar up to 17mm, a lift JUKI links to sofa work that joins leather and thick sponge. JUKI also names topstitching as the job this head is best suited to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe machine comes with the \u003cstrong\u003eSC952 control box\u003c\/strong\u003e (SC-952AD): the D in the code is JUKI's letter for 3-phase 200 to 240V power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/gsB7SPwrwzg\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat sets the MH-2960V apart?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActive needle thread tension:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tension for the job is entered on the operation panel and kept in memory. JUKI notes that the stored data is reproducible, so the same setting comes back when the product to be sewn changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWalking foot and presser foot in balance:\u003c\/strong\u003e The alternating lift of the walking foot and the presser foot is held in steady balance, even when the material changes, so the head can pass smoothly over a step in the seam.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuto lifter that reaches 17mm:\u003c\/strong\u003e The auto lifter raises the presser bar up to 17mm. JUKI points to high-end sofas, where leather is joined to thick sponge, as work this extra clearance makes easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStitch length and topstitching:\u003c\/strong\u003e JUKI lists a standard stitch length of 4mm for the MH-2960V, plus a long pitch type of 8mm. It calls the model best suited to topstitching, where the longer distance from arm to bed helps.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStandard gauge in inches:\u003c\/strong\u003e The standard gauge parts list for the two-needle model is 1\/8 inch. The needle gauge row lists 2.4mm and a range from 3.2mm to 12.7mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll sewing conditions on one screen:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thread tension, stitch length, presser foot pressure and the alternating movement amount are shown together on a single screen, which JUKI says makes the conditions easy to set.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTablet and USB data handling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adjustment data can go to a commercially available Android tablet in a touch-free transfer, and the panel has a USB port for data management and software updates from a thumb drive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServo motor and top speed:\u003c\/strong\u003e The semi-dry head is direct-drive, powered by an 800W AC servo motor, with a top speed of 3,500 sti\/min.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow the MH-2960V improves your workflow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShorter setups at product changes:\u003c\/strong\u003e JUKI says tension adjustment takes experience, and stored tension data that can be reproduced reduces setup time whenever the product changes. Seeing the main sewing conditions on one screen eases other changes too.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegular stitches over steps:\u003c\/strong\u003e With the two feeding feet in balance, the seam passes over a step in the material without irregular stitches, which JUKI lists as a result of the alternating mechanism.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMatching settings along a sewing line:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adjustment data read on a tablet makes it quick to confirm that machines in one sewing line carry the same settings, and to see their condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLess idle energy use:\u003c\/strong\u003e The panel backlight can switch off after a preset time, and the motor power can be cut when nothing has been operated for a set period.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho benefits most?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSofa and furniture makers:\u003c\/strong\u003e JUKI ties the 17mm auto lifter to high-end sofa work joining leather and thick sponge, and with two needles the head sews a parallel pair of rows in one pass.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDenim and workwear manufacturers:\u003c\/strong\u003e JUKI's series video names denim and workwear, where stored tension data lets a line repeat the same needle thread setting from order to order.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeather upholstery workshops:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shops that join leather to thick sponge get a presser bar that lifts to 17mm and a head JUKI describes as best suited to topstitching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eParts and related models\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn this set: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/juki-sc952ad-control-box-for-lu-2800v-and-plc-2700v-series\"\u003eJUKI SC952AD\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRelated models: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/juki-mh-2980v-industrial-three-needle-direct-drive-semi-dry-top-and-bottom-feed-double-chainstitch-machine-wit\"\u003eJUKI MH-2980V\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParts: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/juki-spare-parts\"\u003eJUKI spare parts\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore machines: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/double-chainstitch-machine\"\u003edouble chainstitch machines\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Prizzi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51099277000869,"sku":"MH2960VSB70BBSZ\/X55343","price":20007.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0658\/7593\/5397\/files\/juki-mh2960vsb70bbsz-x55343-01.jpg?v=1793835349","url":"https:\/\/prizzisewing.com\/products\/juki-mh-2960v-industrial-two-needle-direct-drive-semi-dry-top-and-bottom-feed-double-chainstitch-machine-with","provider":"PRIZZI SEWING MACHINE CO.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}