Product features
Flat seams - we accept the challenge!
Creating flat seams is the challenge on long seam closing. Manually sewing closing seams is a long training process where the fullness often occurs where we do not need it. In order to counteract the problem, we offer sewing machines that can perform the sewing process safely and automatically.
Your benefits at a glance
Stitchtype
Flexibility by use of double-chainstitch or 4- / 5-thread safety seams alternatively

Alternatively double-chainstitch seams or safety seams with 4 or 5 threads can be sewn. Therefore a change of the sewing equipment is required.
Automatic fullness distribution
Automatic fullness distribution - Perfect fit
The step motor-controlled, progammable fullness distribution (1280 590214)for the differential top and bottom feed allows the programmed recall of different fullness values within a seam.
The pneumaticfullnessdistribution (1280 590204) for the differential top and bottom feed allows the programmed recall of different fullness values within a seam.
Operating panel
Touch screen with graphic display for easy operation and quick access to modifiable parameters
Multi-Touch screen “Commander Pro” with color graphic display for easy programming and quick access to all parameters
Intuitive and flexible user-interface design
User tutorials are available in control panel as video and as PDF format
User guide in control panel is available in 15 languages 200 programs, 40 sequences, max. 14 programs for each sequence can be programmed
Manual sewing
Equipment for manual sewing in the hip curve section when processing side seam pockets or wing pockets
The equipment for manual sewing inthe hip curve section when processing side seam pockets or wing pockets, allows a perfect seam guidance also inthe area of the pockets
Pneumatically moveable edge guide for trimming the excess lengths of pocket bags in "Casual wear"
Pneumaticedgeguide (1280 590044)
is required in connection with safety seams where the material is to be trimmed, e.g. trimming of pocket bag overhangs in the waist area.
A material waste slide takes care of the removal of the cutting waste. An automatic suction unit for material waste (1280 590554) can be fitted as an option.
Contour guide
Constant seam width due to precise contour guidance
For equal seam widths. The contour guide is equipped with air nozzles to ensure smooth transport of the sewing material.
Photocell
Automatic photocell scanning of seam beginning and seam end
A photocell detects the beginning and the end of the seam and thus ensures that the sewing process runs automatically.
Overlapped working method
Efficient work due to overlapping working method

The 1281 comes with a preparation table with mouse and revers device for smooth positioning of sewing parts and for overlapped working method.
High-quality ‘DAC compact’ control technology
DAC Compact - Control technology
Dürkopp Adler's proprietary control technology with machine ID enables machine parameters to be stored securely. If the control system is replaced, the parameters remain stored on the ID, allowing the new control system to be put into operation more quickly.
The puller ensures an even transport of the sewing material during the sewing process
The puller ensures an even transport of the sewing material during the sewing process. Afterwards, the roll-out device takes over the material and ensures a safe chain cut and then transports the material into the stacker. The puller with roll-out device is standard on the 1281 and available as an option for the 1280 (1280 590024).
Alternatively, the pneumatic swing out device with down holder is available as an option for 1280 (1280 590714 ). It replaces the down holder, which is mounted in the standard version of the machine. It ensures safe chain cutting and swivels short parts into the stacker.
The thread monitor
indicates a thread breakage and stops the machine. A maximum of 3 thread monitors can be fitted to the machine.
Laser marking light (1280 490154)
Laser marking for seam position recognition
is recommended for closing side seams with side seam or wing pockets. It is used for exact positioning of the bartacks in the side seam. The bartack position can be checked before closing the seams and easily corrected if necessary.
Selectable stacker
Flip stacker 201/6 (1280 590624) for stacking short to long sewing pieces. Bundle size: small to medium bundles.
Split stacker (1280 590634) Splits the left and right trouser parts automatically. It is recommended in case the production process for left and right parts should be continously separated in the production. Or when more capacity is required in the stacker in large bundles.
Clamp stacker with 2 storage racks (1280 590604) for stacking short to long sewing pieces. Bundle size: small to large bundles.
Clampstackerwith 3 storageracks (1280 590614) for extended stacking for long to very long trousers parts. The clamp stacker is adjustable in length at the 3rd storage rack and prevents long trouser parts from lying on the floor, after stacking. Bundle size: small to large bundles.
Semi-automatic processing allows sewing of material plies with unequal contours
Sewing head for heavy applications e.g. jeans trousers (option)
Examples of use

Close side seams (classic trousers)

Close side seams (casual trousers)

Sleeve closing seams

Center back seams

Close skirt seams

Work gown

Laundry bag
Specifications
| Model | 1281 |
|---|---|
| Adjustable table height | 850-1200 |
| Air requirement per stroke / Air pressure [NL] [bar] | 20 / 6 |
| Bulked thread [Tkt.] min. -max. | 100-120 |
| Differential bottom feed and variable top feed | ● |
| Double chainstitch (401) | ○ |
| Fullness above, flat sewing, fullness below | ● |
| Looper (crossline) | ● |
| Needle size [Nm] max. | 80-110 |
| Needle system [Nm max.] * depending on the sewing equipment | B 27 |
| Nominal voltage [V], [Hz] | 1x230V, 50 / 60 Hz |
| Packaging size (Length, Width, Heigh) [mm] | 2.300 / 1.500 / 1.750 |
| Power consumption [kVA] max. | 1.0 |
| Program control, operating panel with graphic display and touch screen | ● |
| Reflecting light barrier for automatic sewing start at fabric beginning | ● |
| Reflecting light barrier for automatic sewing stop at fabric end | ● |
| Safety seam, 4 threads | ○ |
| Safety seam, 5 threads | ○ |
| Serging width, selectable [mm] max. | 9-12 |
| Sewing Material SL = very light / L= light / LM = light to medium heavy / M= medium heavy / MS = medium heavy to heavy / S = heavy | L / M |
| Stacker | ● |
| Stitch length [mm] max. | 0,5 – 3,5 |
| Stitches/min. max. *= depending on foot stroke **= depending on foot stroke and stitch length *** = in case of twin needle / three needle version less speed possible – dependent on needle distance ****= selectable per step *****= depending on the use of the stitch loosening device ******= max. 2,500 stitches in combination with conversion kit “Heavy” *******= The sewing speed depends on the type of cam used | 5.500 |
| Weight, complete [kg] | 206 |
● Standard ○ Optional
Videos
Catalogue
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