Juki LG-158NU Industrial Unison-Feed Long Arm Lockstitch Machine with Vertical-Axis Large Hook

The Juki LG-158NU is a heavy-duty, 1-needle unison-feed industrial lockstitch machine designed for sewing extra heavy-weight materials. Featuring a spacious 750 mm long arm, vertical-axis large hook, powerful unison-feed mechanism, and high presser foot lift, the LG-158NU is ideal for large-scale industrial sewing applications.

It is particularly suitable for tents, tarpaulins, sails, canvas, upholstery, sheets, leather, industrial covers, and other demanding heavy-duty sewing applications where strong fabric penetration, stable feeding, and consistent seam quality are required.

Key Features

• 750 mm extra-long arm space provides ample working space for large materials.
• Unison-feed mechanism ensures smooth and consistent material feeding with reduced slippage.
• Vertical-axis large hook increases bobbin capacity and reduces the frequency of bobbin thread replacement.
• Maximum stitch length of 10 mm for heavy-duty sewing applications.
• High presser foot lift of 21.5 mm allows easy placement and removal of extra heavy materials.
• Built-in safety mechanism helps protect the needle and hook from damage if thread becomes caught.
• Front-mounted bobbin winder provides convenient and easy operation.
• Designed to deliver consistent seam quality on extra heavy-weight materials.
• Suitable for demanding industrial applications requiring high durability and reliable performance.

Machine Head Structure Designed for Improved Operability

The Juki LG-158NU features a 750 mm wide space under the arm, making it ideal for sewing large materials such as tents, sheets, tarpaulins, and upholstery.

The handwheel is positioned at the middle of the arm, allowing large materials to be comfortably spread across the machine bed during sewing.

• 750 mm arm space provides excellent clearance for large workpieces.
• Convenient handwheel positioned at the middle of the machine arm.
• Front-mounted bobbin winder provides easy access.
• Presser foot raises up to 21.5 mm for easier material placement and removal.

Safety Device for Needle and Hook Protection

The LG-158NU is equipped with a safety mechanism designed to help protect the needle and hook from damage.

If thread becomes caught in the hook mechanism, the safety device automatically activates to help prevent potential hook damage. Pressing the reset button returns the machine to normal operation

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Consistent Seam Quality with Unison Feed

The unison-feed mechanism provides smooth and steady feeding of heavy materials, helping maintain consistent seam quality while minimizing material slippage.

This makes the LG-158NU particularly suitable for applications where stable feeding and reliable stitching are essential.

Different needle gauges are available for the LG-158 series, allowing the machine configuration to be selected according to the intended sewing application.

 

Reduced Bobbin Thread Replacement

The machine incorporates a vertical-axis large hook, providing increased bobbin capacity and reducing the frequency of bobbin thread replacement.

This helps improve productivity and efficiency during continuous industrial sewing operations.

 

Applications

• Tents and tarpaulins
• Canvas and heavy fabrics
• Sails and outdoor equipment
• Upholstery
• Industrial covers
• Sheets and heavy-duty textile products
• Leather and other extra heavy-weight materials
• Large-scale industrial sewing applications

Technical Specifications

Needle & Thread Compatibility

The Juki LG-158NU is designed to handle a wide range of heavy-duty threads, making it suitable for demanding industrial sewing applications.

• Needle: DD × 1 (#25)
• Thread Range: #20 – #5
• Thread Size: B69 – B138
• Metric Thread: Nm 40/3 – 20/3

Download Catalogue

For complete specifications and technical information, download the official Juki LG-158NU catalogue below.

Download Juki LG-158NU Catalogue

Warranty & Support

	Free sewing machine training and access to sewing classes for machine handling and project learning.
	365-day consulting support with in-house training and after-sales assistance.
	Trade-in options available for customers upgrading from an existing sewing machine.
	Visit our showroom and test the machine with your own materials before purchase.
	Flexible payment options including Cash, NETS, Credit/Debit Cards, PayPal and installment plans.
	Free in-house training session provided with every product purchase.
	Warranty and servicing supported by experienced in-house technicians.