Is This Machine Right For You?
Expert insights for the JUKI AMERICA MO-80CB 2/3/4 Thread Overlock with Free Arm, Differential Feed, and Rolled Hem
This machine is great if you:
- Sew garments and knit fabrics often
- Want professional seam finishing
- Need differential feed for stretch fabrics
- Prefer a reliable serger machine
- Work on garment construction regularly
This machine may NOT be ideal if you:
- Need regular sewing stitches
- Only sew occasionally
- Want embroidery capability
- Sew mostly quilting projects
- Prefer computerized sewing machines
Why Many People Love This Machine
The JUKI AMERICA MO-80CB 2/3/4 Thread Overlock with Free Arm, Differential Feed, and Rolled Hem provides smooth overlocking and durable seams. Many sewists appreciate the free arm and consistent stitching.
Popular Projects for This Machine
"A dependable serger for sewists who want clean seams and strong stretch stitching for garment projects."
Features
【NEW FEATURE】Free Arm
Now with free arm capabilities attach sleeves, hem pants, and more!
Differential Feed
Adjusting the differential feed allows you to sew beautiful finishes, even with stretchy fabrics such as knits and georgette. Adjustments can even be made while sewing.Stretchy fabrics(above), Crinkly fabrics(below)
Cutting Width
Adjusting the position of the knife allows you to beautifully finish both overlock and rolled hem stitching.
Foot Pressure
The presser foot pressure can be adjusted according to the fabric. Adjusting the pressure to lightweight, mediumweight or heavyweight fabrics allows you to sew beautifully.
Free Arm
Removing the auxiliary bed enables free-arm sewing. This is convenient for sewing cylindrical pieces, attaching sleeves or hemming pants.
Simple, Convenient and Easy to Use
Adjustable Stitch Length
An easily accessible knob can be used to simply adjust the stitch length to between 1 and 5 mm, even while sewing.
Shorter stitch(above)
Longer stitch(below)
Max. stitch length: 5 mm
Lower Looper Threader
Threading the lower looper can easily be done by operating a lever.
Lay-in Type Thread Tension Slots
Simply raising the presser foot and passing thread straight through the slot threads the tension disc. Even thick thread is easy to thread.
Retractable Upper Knife
Since the upper knife can be raised by turning a knob, threading can be safely performed. Avoid cutting fabric by turning the knob that raises the upper knife.
2-Thread Converter
The included 2-thread converter attachment easily converts the machine to 2-thread sewing.
Bright LED Lighting
The workspace is brightly illuminated. The long-life, energy-efficient lights will not heat up, even after a long period of use.
Automatic Rolled Hemming
Simply pulling a lever toward you easily switches the machine to rolled hemming.
Thread Guide For Heavy Decorative Threads
The thread guide for heavy decorative threads allows you to enjoy decorating your projects with thick decorative thread as the looper thread.
And you’re done! The machine was simply threaded by air.
A box for collecting the scraps cut off during sewing to keep the area around the sewing machine clean at all times.
Handle
The attached handle allows you to transport the sewing machine with ease.
Accessories
Tweezers, Screw driver, Brush, Needle threader, Flat blade screw driver,
Thread guide, Oiler, 2-thread converter, Thread unreeling cap (4), Spool holder (4),
Anti-spill net (4), Upper cutter, Needle set, Chip box, Dust cover
Accessories such as tweezers and a screwdriver can be stored inside the looper cover.
SPEC / ACCESSORIES
| Table header 0 | Table header 1 |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 308(W) x 287(D) x 311(H)mm |
| Weight | 6.4kg |
| Sewing speed | Max. 1,300spm |
| 4-Thread overlock | ✓ |
| 3-Thread overlock | ✓ |
| 2-Thread overcast | ✓ |
| Rolled hem | ✓ |
| Narrow overlock | ✓ |
| Frill 3-thread rolled hem with diff. feed | ✓ |
| 3-thread flatlock | ✓ |
| Number of needles | 1/2 Needles |
| Needle | Elx705 #14/90, #12/80 |
| Number of threads | 2/3/4 Threads |
| Differential feed ratio | 0.6-2.0 Ratio |
| Lower looper threader | ✓ |
| Presser foot lift (1 step/2 steps) | 4.5mm |
| Presser foot pressure adjustment | Stepless adjustment |
| Automatic rolled hemming | Automatic rolled hemming lever |
| Retractable upper knife | ✓ |
| 2-Thread converter | ✓ |
| Thread cutter | ✓ |
| Ajusting cutting width | ✓ |
| Safety design | ✓ |
| Light | 2 LED lights |
| Stitch length | 1-5mm |
| Stitch width | Left needle： 3-7mm
Right needle： 3-5mm Rolled hem： min. 2mm |
| Waste collector | ✓ |
| Operation support | ✓ |
| Accessories | Flat blade screw driver
Thread unreeling cap (4) Upper cutter Anti-spill net (4) Thread guide Needle set Brush Needle threader Screw driver Tweezers 2-thread converter Accessory bag Spool holder (4) Dust cover Chip box Instruction manual |
Universal Blind Stitch Presser Foot
Elasticator Presser Foot (With guide)
Beading Presser Foot
Piping Presser Foot
Gathering Presser Foot
Taping Presser Foot
4-Thread Overlock
Uses 2 needles and 4 threads to securely sew together knitted fabrics.
3-Thread Overlock
This basic stitch of overlock machines prevents fabric from fraying.
2-Thread Overcast
Simply sew fabric edges with 2 threads to prevent fraying.
3-Thread Rolled Hem
The fabric edge is rolled, then covered with thread.
3-Thread Narrow Overlock
The fabric edge is rolled, then sewn with very narrow overlocking.
Frill 3-Thread Rolled Hem With Diff. Feed
Uses 3-thread rolled hemming and the differential feed on stretch fabrics to create richly designed articles.
3-Thread Flatlock
Use this stitch as an accent on clothes, interior items and accessories.