PFAFF 487 -104/02 Shoulder Seam

The PFAFF 487 is a high performance special-speed sewing machine with drop feed and variable top feed.  
The Subclass 104/02  one closes shoulder seams (with extra width switching) in shirts and blouses, and stitched over it. Simultaneously in a single operation.

Features

• Equipped with special attachment for joining of two plies with their right edges folded in and simultaneously inserting a third ply between them
• The variable top-feed allows application of fullness and/or sewing without ply-shift
• Quick-change stepping control: Quickadjustment of top feed with visual indicator. With this device, it is possible to preselect any two top feed settings which can be recalled, by activating the knee switch. (-918/14)
• Large hook (G) with 50 % more capacity than conventional hooks
• Top-feed pressure may be adjusted separately for optimum sewing of difficult materials
• Central lubrication of sewing hook and needle bar (semi dry sewing head)
• Lifetime sealed maintenance-free bearings
• Closed gearcase with long-time lubrication pad
• Built-in adjustment gauges for easier and faster adjustment

Options

• Programmable control of fullness (-918/55)
• Floating foot for sewing difficult materials using an extremely low presserfoot pressure (-918/38)

Applications

Simultaneous sewing and topstitching of shoulder seams / Shirt and blouses

Specifications

Needle system: 134-35
Needle size: Version B: 80 - 100 Nm
Max. sewing speeds: 5.000 s.p.m
Max. stitch length: 4,5 mm
Top feed stroke: max. 3,2 mm
Stitch type: 301 (Lockstitch)
Fabric clearance: max. 9,0 mm
Clear workspace: 260 x 130 mm
Connection voltage: single-phase a.c. 230 V, 50/60 Hz