PFAFF 3688 -131 (-132), -231 (-232)

Quality standards

Freely programmable automatic sewing unit for sewing pockets on jeans, workwear and similar articles. Pockets are not only functional, but also an important part of fashion, since they are very prominent on garments perfect workmanship is imperative.
This is especially true, when functionality is combined with decoration.

„Best possible ergonomics, highest productivity and exceptional operating comfort characterizes this automated machine“

Features

• PFAFF 3688-131 (-132): Sewing area 250 x 250 mm
• PFAFF 3688-231 (-232): Sewing area 280 x 280 mm
• For processing pre-folded and un-folded pockets (in combination)
• The intermittent material feed reduces hook wear to a minimum and allows stitch lengths of 8 mm
• Individual seam programming and exact seam correction for different materials guarantee a highly sewing reliability and consistant quality
• Superior sewing results even if setting pockets with radii < 20 mm
• Individually designing and programming of decorative seams
• Easy loading and positioning of work piece due to a 15 degree tilted work surface (ergonomic + comfortable)
• Rapid replacement of style kits: A fixed "zero point" makes it possible to us different style kits without time consuming re-adjustments
• Special PFAFF sewing head for automatic units with tilt sewing head
• High productivity, due to constant maximum sewing speed (4,000 s.p.m.) without speed reduction in corners or on bartacks
• Touch control panel P1 (with SD card reader) displays all machine parameters in easily understandable symbols
• NEW: Fullness function and automatic bartack reinforcement, prädestiniert for stretch fabric (for -132 and -232))
• NEW: Electronically-controlled thread tension
• NEW: Direct drive and infeed slide with servo drives
• NEW: Network connection (PFAFF CONNECT)
• NEW: Adjustable vacuum strength
• NEW: Basic kit "solenoid" - standard on all machines

Options

• Efficient combination of two operations with optional style kits to set pockets and attach flaps in one operation or insert labels
• Machine height adjustment activated on the touch screen control panel P1
• Small parts stacker
  

Applications

Automatic creasing and attaching of pockets in jeans, workwear and sportswear

Specifications

Needle system: 134
Needle size: 100 - 140 Nm
Max. stitch length: 12 mm
Max. sewing speeds:
PFAFF 3688-131 (-132): 4.000 s.p.m
PFAFF 3688-231 (-232): 3.600 s.p.m
Stitch type: 301 (Lockstitch)
Connection voltage: single-phase a.c. 230 V, 50/60 Hz