Consew 387RB-3
Two-needle heavy-duty cylinder-arm compound-feed walking-foot lockstitch machine
Consew specifies needle system 135x17 for the 387RB-3.
Verified compatibility
1 verified relationships.
| Part or system | Relationship | Status | Evidence note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Needle System 135x17 | Officially compatible | CONFIRMED | Consew specifies needle system 135x17 for the 387RB-3. |
Machine specifications
- Feed
- Compound feed walking foot
- Needle system
- 135x17
- Number of needles
- 2
- Maximum listed speed
- 2,500 stitches per minute
- Presser-foot clearance
- 8.5 mm
- Maximum stitch length
- 6.2 mm
- Work space
- 10 in / 254 mm
- Cylinder bed size
- 82 mm diameter x 330 mm
- Hook
- Large vertical-axis rotary hooks, hook 13719
- Stitch type
- 301 lockstitch
About this machine
The Consew 387RB-3 is a two-needle cylinder-arm compound-feed walking-foot lockstitch machine. Consew lists 135x17 needles, large vertical-axis rotary hooks and bobbins, a 10 inch work space and adjustable needle gauges for sewing parallel rows on tubular and curved work.
Two parallel rows of stitching
The 387RB-3 uses two needles to sew parallel rows. Consew offers different needle gauges, so the distance between the rows is a configuration detail to check when matching a machine to an existing seam or finished construction.
Handling tubular and curved work
The cylinder bed supports shaped assemblies such as boots, bags, cushions and upholstery. Work passes around the arm instead of lying across a flat bed, making the bed diameter and available workspace relevant to the opening in the workpiece.
Feed and hook arrangement
The machine combines drop feed, needle feed and alternating presser feet, with large vertical-axis rotary hooks, reverse feed and a safety clutch. Its 135x17 needle specification does not imply that other machines using 135x17 share the same hooks, bobbins or needle gauge.
What this machine is used for
- Leather
- Canvas
- Tubular upholstery
- Leather and vinyl
- Canvas and coated materials
- Boat and furniture upholstery
- Tubular and curved work
- Footwear, bags and luggage
Sources and scope
Compatibility is limited to facts confirmed on the official manufacturer product page.
- Consew 387RB-3 Consew · Official machine or accessory product page · Tier 2
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