For professional and household sewing, not only a sewing machine is needed, but also other devices. We have compiled the TOP of the best Merrylock overlockers and cover sewing machines for 2019 to make it easier to choose. The rating includes models with different functionality and with a different number of modes, differing in power, number of threads and other characteristics.
Best overlocks
The overlock is designed to secure the edges after sewing together two fabrics. It allows you to sweep the seams in such a way that they do not wrinkle, do not open and do not diverge. The device will be required for everyone who sews products and wants them to look decent, even turned inside out.
Merrylock 005 / 848DS
Overlock with differential feed. It has manual control of the thread tension, allows you to control the degree of pressure of the fabric and the width of its cut. Provides for disabling the knife. Designed for 3 and 4 strands. Allows to perform 8 types of operations and 2 types of seams: rolled and flatlock. Powered by 130 / 705H needle (HA x1SP). Makes stitches 1-4 mm (width 5-7 mm). The foot rises up to 6 mm. It is color-coded on the body to aid threading. Has a storage compartment for accessories. The backlight is performed by a 15 W bulb. Complete with case, pedal, waste tray. It has a handle to make it easier to carry the equipment as it weighs 8.5 kg. Maximum speed 1300 stitches per minute. Power 90 watts.
Benefits:
- build quality;
- soft smooth running;
- good line;
- conveniently adjustable stitches;
- high-quality backlight;
- works on any fabric;
- acceptable sewing speed;
- good equipment from the company.
Disadvantages:
- it is not easy to properly thread the looper;
- it is hard to adjust the thread tension;
- not entirely informative instruction for beginners.
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Merrylock 006
This model, in addition to all of the above, provides for automatic threading of the looper. Also has a puncture force controller. Works with 2-4 strands. Entered the rating because of the larger number of modes - 15. Makes stitches of the same size, but starting from 1 mm. The configuration is similar to the previous one. Power 115 W.
Benefits:
- many modes and operations;
- beautiful overcast three-thread stitching;
- powerful (high speed);
- takes dense fabrics and specific (organza, silk);
- threading the looper is not difficult.
Disadvantages:
- some people fail to adjust the tensioner;
- loud;
- the pedal cord is short.
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Merrylock 008A
The overlock is similar in its technical characteristics and capabilities to the previous model. It differs in that the thread tension is automatically controlled. Power 115 W.
Benefits:
- multifunctional;
- compact;
- the lines are smooth, beautiful;
- copes with various materials;
- good equipment;
- easy thread refilling;
- fully automated.
Disadvantages:
- the work is loud enough;
- the instruction is not entirely clear to some.
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Best carpet locks
Coverlock is a more advanced modification of the overlock. In fact, it combines its function and the cover sewing machine.Allows you to simultaneously grind and overcast seams, cut off excess, bend the ends at the neck and at the bottom of the product. Differs in the presence of three loopers, performing more operations.
Merrylock 007
Small coverlock 30x29x36 cm. The fabric is fed differentially. The width of the cut and the degree of pressure of the material can be adjusted manually, the knife can be turned off. The looper is threaded automatically. Performs 20 operations. Allows you to use 2, 3, 4 or 5 threads at the same time. Makes rolled and cover stitches, flatlock, chain stitch. Needle type 2022. Makes stitches 1-4 mm wide, 2-9 mm wide. The foot can be lifted up to 5 mm. Has a soft case, pedal, handle and waste tray. The markings on the body are colored as a guide for threading. Illumination lamp 15 watts. The total power is 100 watts. Sewing speed 1300 sti / min Weight 8.7 kg.
Benefits:
- good equipment,
- the move is soft, quiet;
- easy threading;
- many lines;
- simplicity and ease of customization;
- flat seams;
- the ability to make a five-line line;
- sews different fabrics.
Disadvantages:
- slows down on the folds of the fabric;
- inconvenient transition from overlock to cover-up (you need to refill the threads);
- speed is not regulated (jumps a little when working);
- thick fabrics do not fit under the foot.
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Merrylock 5550A
This model (30x36x29 cm) is in many ways similar to the previous one. Entered the review thanks to the automatic adjustment of the thread tension. It also differs in stitch width (2-10 mm). The package contents are the same, except for the cover. Weight 9 kg.
Benefits:
- high-quality assembly;
- soft move;
- automatic thread tension;
- it is easy enough to switch from overlock seams to flat;
- perfectly sews jersey;
- multifunctional;
- easy threading.
Disadvantages:
- copes poorly with thin fabric;
- capricious to the thickness of the threads;
- the low foot (5 mm) makes it difficult to pick up thick material.
Merrylock 075
On this carpetlock, the thread tension is manually adjusted and the looper is threaded automatically. Works with a different number of threads - 2-5. Allows you to perform 20 operations. Makes all kinds of seams as previous models. Stitch length 1-5 mm, width 2-9 mm. Unlike other carpet locks, it has a removable platform for processing sleeves. Has a compartment for accessories and trash trays. The sewing power and speed are the same.
Benefits:
- works quietly;
- sewing speed;
- easy threading;
- good quality of stitches;
- easy to reconfigure from overlock to unfolding;
- spacious compartment for accessories;
- detachable sleeve.
Disadvantages:
- the rise of the foot is too small;
- delicate fabrics cling to the edges of the round holes in the throat plate;
- high price.
The best cover sewing machines
The task of the cover sewing machine is to sew the seams of knitted fabric. Able to create flat seams on elastic fabrics that are not available with conventional sewing machines.
Merrylock 009
Sewing machine of standard dimensions: 30x36x29 cm. Provides differential feed. Allows you to adjust the thread tension, fabric pressure and width cut. There is a cut-off of the knife. The looper is self-threading. Works on 2 and 3 threads. Performs 4 operations. Makes a coverstitch and chainstitch. The stitches can be 1-4 mm (3-7 mm wide). Needle type EL x 705. The foot can be raised 5 mm. Illumination occurs with a 15 W bulb. The device has a handle for easy carrying and a pedal for turning on. Has a cover and a spacious tray. Power 100 W. Speed 1300 st./min. Weight 7.9 kg.
Benefits:
- small size;
- work is moderately quiet;
- smooth beautiful lines;
- adjustable settings;
- safe (does not sew when the compartment is open);
- excellent components;
- good choice for the price.
Disadvantages:
- skips stitches (in the reviews, users are advised to change the settings);
- for each type of matter, you need to set the pressure, tension and other parameters;
- some do not have enough foot height.
Merrylock Cover Stitch Auto
It differs from the previous model by automatic thread tension and by the presence of a piercing force stabilizer. You can sew with 2-4 threads. Working operations 5.Stitch width 1-5 mm, length 1-4 mm. Has a compartment for accessories. Works with other type of needles - 130/705 H (HA x 1SP). It features a higher power of 120 watts.
Benefits:
- quiet work;
- the lines are neat, beautiful;
- high sewing speed;
- copes with different fabrics;
- convenient to thread the lower looper;
- rich equipment.
Disadvantages:
- automatic tension is a selection of one of the programs;
- for each type of fabric, you need to change all settings;
- may be capricious due to the different weight of the spools of thread;
- tears the thread, skips stitches (in the reviews it is advised to change the full and empty spools in places to get rid of the problem).
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