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Consew CN897VF-1 Flat-Bed 2/3 Needle 4/5 Thread Coverstitch Machine with Assembled Table and Servo Motor
SKU : smp-con897vf-1
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Consew CN897VF-1 Flat-Bed 2/3 Needle 4/5 Thread Coverstitch Machine with Assembled Table and Servo Motor
The Consew CN897VF-1 is a V-Series high-speed flat-bed coverstitch machine designed for general seaming, bottom hemming, tape binding, and elastic attaching. Suitable for light- to heavy-weight materials, it offers 2-needle/4-thread and 3-needle/5-thread configurations.
Designed for dependable high-speed operation, the CN897VF features fully automatic lubrication, differential feed with micrometric adjustment, a push-button stitch regulator, and a silicone-based needle cooling and thread lubricating system.
Package Includes: Consew CN897VF-1 sewing machine, fully assembled table, and servo motor.
Also Available: Consew CN897VFB-1 version for binding attachments.
Applications
- General seaming on light- to heavy-weight materials
- Bottom hemming
- Flat-bed coverstitch operations
- Tape binding
- Elastic attaching and inserting
- Plain seaming
- Shirring and stretching applications using differential feed adjustment
Key Features
- V-Series high-speed flat-bed coverstitch machine
- Maximum sewing speed up to 6,000 stitches per minute (S.P.M.)
- Fully automatic lubrication with visual oil-flow controls
- Continuously filtered lubricating oil with a replaceable filter
- External cooling of the oil supply
- Differential feed with micrometric adjustment for shirring and stretching
- Push-button stitch regulator
- Intermittent operation capability
- Silicone-based needle cooling and thread lubrication
- Standard UY128GAS needle system
- Designed for reduced noise and vibration during high-speed operation
- Available in 2-needle/4-thread and 3-needle/5-thread configurations
- Flat-bed design for general seaming and hemming applications
- Optional automation equipment available for trimming, thread wiping, and tape cutting
Needle and Thread Configurations
- 2-Needle Configuration: 2 needles, 2 loopers, 4 threads
- 3-Needle Configuration: 3 needles, 2 loopers, 5 threads
- Standard Needle Gauge: 3 needles, 5.6 mm
- Optional 2-Needle Gauges: 3.2, 4.0, 4.8, 5.6, and 6.4 mm
- Optional 3-Needle Gauges: 5.6 and 6.4 mm
- Needle System: UY128GAS
Note: The standard machine configuration comes with a 3-needle, 5.6 mm gauge. Other needle configurations and gauges are available as options. Removing a needle permits different coverstitch widths and bottom-cover-only stitching.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | CN897VF-1 |
| Machine Type | Flat-Bed High-Speed Coverstitch |
| Number of Needles | 2 or 3 |
| Number of Loopers | 2 |
| Number of Threads | 4 or 5 |
| Feeding Mechanism | Differential Feed |
| Workspace | Standard Workspace |
| Functions | Standard Functions |
| Maximum Sewing Speed | 6,000 S.P.M. |
| Stitch Length | 1.4–3.6 mm |
| Presser Foot Lift | 7.0 mm |
| Needle Bar Stroke | 31 mm |
| Needle System | UY128GAS |
| Standard Needle Gauge | 5.6 mm (3 needles) |
| Optional 2-Needle Gauges | 3.2, 4.0, 4.8, 5.6, 6.4 mm |
| Optional 3-Needle Gauges | 5.6, 6.4 mm |
| Differential Feed Ratio | 1:0.7 to 1:2.0 |
| Lubrication | Fully Automatic |
| Needle Cooling | Silicone-Based Cooling and Thread Lubrication |
| Listed Weight | 183 lbs (manufacturer's product listing; package weight should be confirmed) |
| Included Motor | Servo Motor |
| Included Table | Fully Assembled Table |
Maximum sewing speed varies depending on material, thread, and operation. Specifications are subject to change by the manufacturer.
Available Optional Equipment
- UTA: Under-thread trimming device (pneumatic)
- ST: Top-cover thread trimming device
- UTM: Under-thread trimming device (electric)
- W: Thread wiper (electric)
- EC: Tape cutter (electric)
Optional automation upgrades, including tape-cutting devices and thread trimmers, are also available. These accessories are not included unless specifically selected or purchased.
Fully Assembled Table & Servo Motor

Table & Servo Motor Package
This Consew CN897VF-1 package includes a fully assembled sewing machine table and a servo motor.
A servo motor offers controlled sewing speeds, making it easier to manage detailed sewing operations and work with different material thicknesses.
Image retained from the original store description and is illustrative; the exact table and motor supplied may differ.
Motor Options
Motor selection is an important consideration when purchasing an industrial sewing machine. Sewing machine motors are available in different configurations, including variable-speed and adjustable-speed servo motors.
- Variable-Speed Servo Motor
- Adjustable-Speed Servo Motor
Traditional clutch motors generally operate at a fixed running speed, often between 1,725 and 3,450 RPM depending on the motor. Servo motors, on the other hand, allow the sewing speed to be controlled and are typically quiet when the foot pedal is not engaged.
Common Advantages of Servo Motors
- Adjustable sewing speed for improved control
- Quiet operation when the pedal is not engaged
- Potentially lower energy consumption than traditional clutch motors
- Generally lighter construction than comparable clutch motors
- Motor rotation adjustment on models equipped with that function
- Consistent preset maximum speed on compatible adjustable-speed motors
- Helpful speed control for detailed sewing and operations that do not require maximum speed
Depending on the motor model and operating conditions, servo motors may offer substantial energy savings compared with clutch motors. Your original store description cites savings of up to 90%, although actual results depend on equipment and usage.
Included in This Package: Servo motor. The specific motor model and its available speed-control functions should be confirmed before purchase.
Optional Cool-Lite LED-10 Magnetic Light

Cool-Lite LED-10 Magnetic Light
This optional magnetic sewing machine lamp uses 10 LED lights to provide bright white illumination across the sewing area. Its magnetic base allows convenient mounting on compatible metal surfaces. The light is powered using an AC connection.
LED Light Specifications
- Light Source: 10 LEDs
- Power: 0.5 W
- Voltage: AC 110–240V
- Frequency: 50/60 Hz
- Connection: LED-10 connects to the motor switch
- Application: Sewing machines with a compatible mounting surface and power connection
- Feature: Convenient on/off switch on the magnetic mounting base
Note: The Cool-Lite LED-10 is an optional accessory and is not included with the standard machine package unless separately selected.
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