Description
Foot for industrial sewing machines – lockstitch machines with bottom feed.
Roller Width: 9.4mm
Plastic Roller Foot
Material:
The roller is made of plastic, often smooth or slightly textured
Application:
Suitable for lightweight and medium-weight materials
Ideal for slippery fabrics such as silk, satin, thin vinyl, or faux leather
Advantages:
Lightweight foot that reduces pressure on the material
Reduces friction on delicate fabrics
Limitations:
Less durable compared to metal options.
May wear out when used on hard or abrasive materials
Rubber Roller Foot
Material:
The roller is coated with rubber for better grip
Application:
Designed for materials that are slippery or prone to deformation, such as vinyl, leather, plastic, and canvas
Excellent for materials with delicate surfaces, as the rubber prevents damage
Advantages:
Excellent grip on slippery and problematic materials
Reduces the risk of creases and marks on the fabric
Limitations:
Rubber may become less effective over time, especially with intensive use or when working with very hard materials
Steel Roller Foot
Material:
The roller is made of steel, grooved for a strong grip
Application:
Ideal for heavy and demanding materials such as thick leather, canvas, carpets, and other rough fabrics
Used in industrial sewing or projects requiring precision on hard materials
Advantages:
Durable and long-lasting, resistant to wear and tear
Allows smooth rolling and even material movement
Delivers the best results for thick layers of fabric
Limitations:
May leave marks on delicate materials
Heavier foot, which might affect sensitive fabrics
Knurled Roller Foot
Purpose:
Designed for sewing specific materials requiring better grip and less friction, such as leather, vinyl, plastic, or hard-to-feed materials
Application:
Features a knurled roller that enables smooth rolling over the material
Reduces dragging and wrinkling of the fabric.
Suitable for precise stitching on slippery or sticky materials
Advantages:
Improved material grip
Facilitates sewing circular and curved lines
Helps with thick or multilayer materials
Limitations:
May leave marks on delicate materials
Heavier foot, which could impact sensitive fabrics
Recommendations by Need:
Plastic Roller Foot – For sewing lightweight and slippery fabrics like silk or satin
Rubber Roller Foot – If better grip is needed for slippery or delicate materials like vinyl or faux leather
Steel Roller Foot – For working with thick materials such as leather, canvas, or carpets
Knurled Roller Foot – When precise sewing of challenging materials like vinyl, leather, or multilayer fabrics is required
| Characteristic | Plastic Roller Foot | Rubber Roller Foot | Steel Roller Foot | Knurled Roller Foot | Standard Presser Foot |
| Roller/Foot Material | Plastic | Rubber | Steel | Steel with knurled roller | Metal or plastic |
| Application | Lightweight and slippery fabrics | Slippery, delicate materials | Thick and heavy materials | Challenging materials like leather and vinyl | Universal for various materials |
| Durability | Low | Medium | High | High | High |
| Wear Resistance | Low | Medium | High | High | Medium |
| Fabric Grip | Minimal | High | Very high | Very high | Basic |
| Risk of Fabric Damage | Low | Low | Moderate (can leave marks on delicate fabrics) | Moderate (can leave marks on delicate fabrics) | Low |
| Foot Weight | Light | Medium-heavy | Heavy | Heavy | Medium |
| Ideal Material | Slippery fabrics like silk | Vinyl, plastic, delicate leather | Thick leather, heavy fabrics | Leather, vinyl, multilayer materials | Universal (cotton, canvas, etc.) |
| Price | Low | Moderate | High | Moderate | Low |
| Specific Advantages | Smooth gliding on slippery fabrics | Better grip without damaging materials | Durability for heavy-duty materials | Precision handling of challenging materials | Simple and versatile |
