Durkopp Adler 868 – Twin-needle post-bed sewing machine (3 mm gauge)
Description
Professional DÜRKOPP ADLER 868-290020 M-TYPE (ECO Version) Twin-Needle Post-Bed Machine
Offered for sale is a top-tier industrial post-bed machine from the renowned German brand Dürkopp Adler—model 868-290020 from the prestigious M-TYPE line. Manufactured in Europe (Czech Republic), it guarantees superior build quality and legendary component precision.
The machine is in excellent cosmetic and technical condition—well-maintained, clean, fully functional, and ready for immediate operation.
Key highlights of this unit:
Operator panel and automatic backtacking: The machine features automatic start and end backtacking controlled via an advanced operator panel. It automatically and precisely secures the stitch to prevent unraveling, significantly speeding up the sewing process, ensuring consistency, and saving thread.
Precise 3 mm needle gauge: A very tight, elegant, and highly sought-after spacing. Ideal for luxury edge stitching, delicate upholstery, and premium leather goods. The machine comes fitted with a complete, original sewing set and is ready for immediate use in this configuration.
Impressive stitch length up to 12 mm: Allows for both standard structural seams and beautiful, extra-long decorative stitches—highly desirable in modern upholstery.
Presser foot stroke adjustment up to 9 mm: The machine features manual adjustment of the walking foot stroke height. This allows it to "climb" and smoothly transition over thick spots, cross-seams, or joins of multiple leather layers without slowing down or skipping stitches.
Triple feed (feed dog, needle, and presser foot): A robust, heavy-duty mechanism that handles the toughest materials with ease. The machine produces perfectly even stitching without puckering or shifting material layers—making it indispensable for thick leather, faux leather, and upholstery fabrics.
ECO Version – Reliability and simplicity: A design free from complex electronics and pneumatics, eliminating the risk of costly computer component failures. Built for trouble-free, long-term operation, it gives the operator full manual control over every stitch.
Energy-efficient motor with needle positioning: A modern drive system ensures quiet, smooth operation and drastically lower power consumption. The motor features automatic needle positioning, which significantly speeds up and simplifies work (the needle always stops in the desired position, e.g., piercing the material when pivoting the workpiece).
Applications:
The machine is ideal for professional workshops and production lines specializing in:
Automotive upholstery (seats, door panels, steering wheels, dashboards)
Furniture upholstery (sofas, armchairs, mattresses)
Heavy leather goods (bags, suitcases, belts, footwear)
The machine is set up for a 3 mm needle gauge. For committed customers, technical configuration for an 8 mm or 16 mm gauge is also available.