PFAFF 1294-4/01 Double-Needle Post-Bed Sewing Machine
The PFAFF 1294-4/01 is a heavy-duty double-needle, lockstitch post-bed sewing machine designed for precision sewing on medium-heavy to heavy materials. Equipped with a large vertical hook, drop feed, retractable roller presser and direct roller presser drive, it delivers consistent stitch quality and smooth material handling for demanding industrial applications.
The roller presser drive is particularly effective when sewing across seam intersections and thick spots, helping maintain a consistent stitch length without requiring adjustments. Its large vertical hook also provides approximately 60% more thread capacity, reducing the frequency of bobbin changes during production.

Key Features
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Excellent Seam Quality: Produces high-quality seams for rope-stitch, ornamental and assembly sewing applications.
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Roller Presser with Direct Drive: The retractable roller presser provides reliable material feeding and smooth topstitching across seam intersections without changing the stitch length.
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Consistent Stitch Length: Maintains uniform stitch length even when sewing over thick material sections.
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Superior Stitch Formation: Optimised machine kinematics and a bobbin-case opener contribute to reliable and consistent stitch formation.
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Positive Power Transmission: Proven toothed-belt drive system provides efficient and dependable power transmission.
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Large Vertical Hook: Offers approximately 60% greater thread capacity, helping reduce the number of bobbin changes.
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Integrated Overload Protection: The hook is protected by an easy-to-operate overload clutch incorporated into the machine.
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Automatic Hook Lubrication: Helps simplify maintenance and supports smooth hook operation.
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Variable Stitch Length: Stitch length can be adjusted easily and continuously according to the sewing application.
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Built-In Bobbin Winder: Conveniently positioned within the operator's view for easy monitoring.
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Pneumatic Roller Presser Disengagement: During reverse sewing, the roller presser drive is pneumatically disengaged.
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Easy Maintenance: Designed for straightforward servicing and maintenance.
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Common Parts: Parts are standardised across the series to simplify servicing and parts management.
Applications
The PFAFF 1294-4/01 is designed for sewing shoe uppers and other leather articles made from medium-heavy to heavy materials.
- Shoe uppers
- Leather goods
- Heavy leather articles
- Medium-heavy materials
- Heavy-duty industrial sewing
- Ornamental and assembly seams