Members SheltathaLore Posted January 1, 2018 Members Report Posted January 1, 2018 (edited) My gadget itch has been acting up, but I really don't need another machine (buying feet and attachments is a much more sustainable addiction, both in space and money)... so I was wondering if it would be possible to finagle a roller foot onto my existing needle feed machine. Issues I've run into: The thread wiper(?) mechanism is exactly in the way for the swing-up style foot, and I gather it has something to do with auto-trimming behavior (what does a thread wiper actually do?), so I don't want to remove it; I love auto backtack and trim (although not on leather, obviously). Are different varieties of mounting brackets available for the feet? I also do have a bitty milling machine that can at least handle aluminum, so I might be able to rig something up if not. It's a needle + drop feed, and not a standard brand, so hitting up the googles for a compatible feed dog and plate set has been fruitless. Think that one for a Juki needle feed would work? I suppose dremeling out a plain plate wouldn't be the worst thing, although I know I'd need to put a lot of care into making 100% sure that the slot is long enough and well-polished. (Tangent: as much as I adore this machine, my gadget itch tends to go unsatisfied, because oddball specialty attachments and feet are somewhat harder to come by for needle feed machines. @gottaknow, I seem to recall you saying that you actually prefer needle feed machines for the versatility; do you have a special source for accessories?) Quite certain I'll need to mess with the position of the presser foot. Thankfully, the manual is surprisingly well-written for a Chinese machine, so that should be doable? Machine picture: Machine manual and parts list: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/b5c0fqvankyotcw/AAANJTPg9KhoKqUt7Df98aTza?dl=0 Pics of my specific machine: Edited January 1, 2018 by SheltathaLore Quote
Members SheltathaLore Posted January 1, 2018 Author Members Report Posted January 1, 2018 I should note that I'd only be using this for decorative stitching/applique in light leather, when I need maximum maneuverability; my new and much beloved Consew 227 can handle the thicker stuff for me just fine. Quote
Moderator Wizcrafts Posted January 1, 2018 Moderator Report Posted January 1, 2018 It looks like it will be a really tight fit for a roller foot. Maybe you can get a small roller instead of the large one. If possible, remove the 1 inch roller and install a 3/4" roller in its place. The extra 1/4 inch could make all the difference in the World. Plan B: You can buy a roller equipped, slotted presser foot for industrial straight stitch machines. I bought one for my Singer 31-15. The slot will let the needle feed the leather and the rollers will be in contact with the feed dog teeth. Quote Posted IMHO, by Wiz My current crop of sewing machines: Cowboy CB4500, Singer 107w3, Singer 139w109, Singer 168G101, Singer 29k71, Singer 31-15, Singer 111w103, Singer 211G156, Adler 30-7 on power stand, Techsew 2700, Fortuna power skiver and a Pfaff 4 thread 2 needle serger.
Members SheltathaLore Posted January 2, 2018 Author Members Report Posted January 2, 2018 Come to think of it, looking at this thread, other mounting bracket styles appear to exist: Quote
Members Constabulary Posted January 2, 2018 Members Report Posted January 2, 2018 On 1/1/2018 at 8:49 PM, SheltathaLore said: gottaknow, I seem to recall you saying that you actually prefer needle feed machines for the versatility; do you have a special source for accessories?) Expand There are different type of needle feed machines feet out there - The Singer 111 type needle feed feet are different - I guess Eric (Gottaknow) meant the 111 type machines / feet. These feet fit on slotted foot bars only. https://www.college-sewing.co.uk/store/Singer-111W-and 211G-Needle-Feed-Feet Quote ~ Keep "OLD CAST IRON" alive - it´s worth it ~ Machines in use: - Singer 111G156 - Singer 307G2 - Singer 29K71 - Singer 212G141 - Singer 45D91 - Singer 132K6 - Singer 108W20 - Singer 51WSV2 - Singer 143W2
Members SheltathaLore Posted January 2, 2018 Author Members Report Posted January 2, 2018 Pretty sure he was also a fan of the Juki 5410s, but I'll let him speak for himself. Quote
Members Darren Brosowski Posted January 2, 2018 Members Report Posted January 2, 2018 There is another type of roller foot with a different mount that will probably fit - all you have to do is rotate the needle bar 90 degrees Quote
Members Constabulary Posted January 2, 2018 Members Report Posted January 2, 2018 On 1/2/2018 at 12:24 PM, Darren Brosowski said: There is another type of roller foot with a different mount that will probably fit - all you have to do is rotate the needle bar 90 degrees Expand Will you share the information you have or... Quote ~ Keep "OLD CAST IRON" alive - it´s worth it ~ Machines in use: - Singer 111G156 - Singer 307G2 - Singer 29K71 - Singer 212G141 - Singer 45D91 - Singer 132K6 - Singer 108W20 - Singer 51WSV2 - Singer 143W2
Members SheltathaLore Posted January 2, 2018 Author Members Report Posted January 2, 2018 On 1/2/2018 at 12:24 PM, Darren Brosowski said: There is another type of roller foot with a different mount that will probably fit - all you have to do is rotate the needle bar 90 degrees Expand Don't leave us in suspense!! Quote
Members SheltathaLore Posted January 2, 2018 Author Members Report Posted January 2, 2018 It's a pity this appears to have a bunch of automation stuff on it that would require replacing with expensive parts. ...not that I have space, or spare motor, or all that. (This is why I try to satisfy my gadget and tool addiction with attachments rather than machines.) If anyone's in Arizona (or willing to pay shipping), thugh, it's probably a fantastic parts machine. https://www.ebay.com/itm/Industrial-Sewing-Machine-Pfaff-483-Light-Leather-w-roller-foot/132454232056?hash=item1ed6e32ff8:g:BGUAAOSw-K9ZHT7B Related to my initial question: does anyone have any idea what parts from known brands are likely to be swappable into my current machine (for example, needle plate/feed dogs/etc)? That's the problem with off-brands; as much as I love my machine, and as happy as I was with the price, searching for parts can be tricky. Quote
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