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JUKI TNU-243 Semi-Long Flat Bed Unison Feed Lockstitch Sewing Machine with Large Shuttle Hook
Heavy-duty feeding. Generous working space. Consistent industrial lockstitch sewing.
The JUKI TNU-243 is a single-needle industrial lockstitch sewing machine equipped with JUKI's Unison Feed Mechanism. Designed for extra-heavy materials, its coordinated feeding system helps move the needle, presser foot and feed dog together for controlled material handling and consistent stitch formation.
Its semi-long flat bed, large shuttle hook, presser foot lift of up to 20 mm, and generous under-arm clearance make it a machine to consider for industrial webbing, cargo straps, tents, bag handles, canvas, tarpaulins and other demanding technical textile applications.
Key Features
Unison Feed Mechanism
Coordinates the needle, presser foot and feed dog to help maintain stable feeding of thick and layered materials.
Extra-Heavy Material Applications
Designed for demanding industrial sewing tasks involving suitable webbing, canvas, straps and technical textiles.
Up to 20 mm Presser Foot Lift
Provides clearance for positioning bulky or multi-layered materials beneath the presser foot.
Large Shuttle Hook
Offers increased bobbin capacity compared with smaller hook designs, helping reduce bobbin-change interruptions.
Semi-Long Flat Bed
Provides a larger working area for positioning and handling substantial sewing projects.
Spacious Under-Arm Area
Helps operators position and maneuver bulky workpieces during industrial sewing operations.
Front-Mounted Bobbin Winder
Conveniently positioned for access during routine bobbin preparation.
Industrial Construction
Built for workshop and production environments handling demanding sewing applications.
How the Unison Feed Mechanism Works
The JUKI TNU-243 uses a Unison Feed Mechanism that coordinates the feeding movement of the needle, presser foot and feed dog. This helps the material move in a controlled manner while the machine forms each stitch.
For thick, layered or difficult-to-feed workpieces, synchronized feeding can help reduce unwanted material movement and support more consistent seam formation when the machine is correctly set up for the material and thread.
Large Shuttle Hook
The large shuttle hook is intended for heavy-duty sewing applications and offers increased bobbin capacity. Depending on the selected thread and sewing setup, the larger capacity can reduce how frequently production must stop for bobbin changes.
High Presser Foot Lift
With a specified maximum presser foot lift of 20 mm, the TNU-243 provides additional clearance for loading bulky or multi-layered materials. This is useful when positioning suitable webbing, straps, canvas assemblies and reinforced textile products beneath the presser foot.
Ideal Applications
The JUKI TNU-243 is designed for demanding sewing applications. Suitability depends on the actual material thickness, thread, needle, seam construction and machine configuration.
- Tents and outdoor equipment
- Industrial webbing and cargo straps
- Industrial bags and bag handles
- Canvas and tarpaulin products
- Heavy-duty textile manufacturing
- Protective textile products
- Technical textiles
- Reinforced industrial straps
- Suitable harness and restraint products
- Other extra-heavy material assemblies
Needle Information
The supplied needle information for this model is listed below. Select the correct needle according to the material, thread and intended sewing application, and verify the applicable needle system before ordering.
| Listed Needle | 794 (Nm 230) |
|---|---|
| Listed Needle Size Range | Nm 130–Nm 280 |
| Alternative Needle Reference | DY×3, sizes #21–#28 |
| Brand | JUKI |
|---|---|
| Model | TNU-243 |
| Machine Type | Semi-long flat bed, single-needle industrial lockstitch sewing machine |
| Feed Mechanism | Unison Feed Mechanism |
| Hook Type | Large shuttle hook |
| Maximum Presser Foot Lift | 20 mm |
| Bobbin Winder | Front-mounted |
| Needle Reference | 794 (Nm 230), Nm 130–Nm 280; alternative listed reference DY×3 #21–#28 |
| Working Area | Semi-long flat bed with generous under-arm clearance |
Why Choose the JUKI TNU-243?
- Controlled feeding: Unison Feed supports the handling of suitable thick and layered materials.
- Large hook design: Increased bobbin capacity can help reduce interruptions for bobbin changes.
- Generous clearance: The 20 mm presser foot lift accommodates bulky workpieces within the machine's operating limits.
- Expanded workspace: The semi-long flat bed and under-arm clearance help with larger industrial products.
- Production versatility: A solution to consider for webbing, canvas, straps, bags and other extra-heavy textile applications.
- Local assistance: Ban Soon can help with machine enquiries, application consultation, training arrangements and servicing enquiries.
Eligible new machine purchases may include Ban Soon Care, offering one year of complimentary in-house servicing support excluding spare parts, together with product learning and technical assistance. Please confirm eligibility and the applicable terms for the JUKI TNU-243 before purchase.
- Free in-house machine training at the Clementi showroom, subject to the applicable offer
- Technical consultation and after-sales assistance
- Professional servicing enquiries with experienced in-house technicians
- Trade-in and equipment upgrade options, subject to eligibility
- Showroom demonstration and material testing by arrangement
- Payment options subject to current availability and terms
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Machine Consultation & Demonstration
Different materials and seam requirements can call for different machine setups. Contact our team to discuss your intended application, material thickness, thread requirements and production needs. Where available, a demonstration or material assessment can help determine whether the TNU-243 is suitable for your work.
Trade-In & Equipment Upgrades
Considering an upgrade from your existing industrial sewing machine? Contact Ban Soon to ask about current trade-in options and discuss a machine suited to your production requirements.
Payment Options
Payment methods may include Cash, PayNow, PayLah, Bank Transfer, NETS, Cheque, credit and debit cards, and selected instalment options. Availability, eligibility and applicable terms should be confirmed with our sales team.
Sewsol Equipment Sharing
Ban Soon's Sewsol service offers equipment-sharing and rental options for selected sewing and textile equipment, which may include industrial sewing machines, embroidery machines, overlock machines, coverstitch machines, ScanNCut machines and other specialist equipment.
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Buy JUKI TNU-243 in Singapore
Choose the JUKI TNU-243 Semi-Long Flat Bed Unison Feed Lockstitch Machine for demanding industrial sewing applications involving suitable heavy-duty materials. Its Unison Feed Mechanism, large shuttle hook, 20 mm presser foot lift and spacious working area make it a machine worth considering for industrial webbing, straps, canvas, bags and technical textile production.
Contact Ban Soon Sewing Machine Pte. Ltd.
Speak with our team about machine suitability, specifications, configuration, availability, training and servicing support.
Showroom:
431 Clementi Avenue 3, #01-328
Singapore 120431
Opening hours: Monday–Saturday, 10:30 am–7:00 pm
Phone: +65 6776 3253
Email: contact@sewing.sg
Website: www.sewing.sg