Sold from 2008 to 2014
Janome Threadbanger sewing machine will have you making creations in no time. The TB12 is a cast aluminum body machine that is based on a former, popular model. It is a hardcore, no-frills workhorse - perfect for on-the-go DIY!
Features
- Sewing machine has 12 actual stitches
- Includes a number of stretch stitches and multiple stitch functions
- Features length adjustment
- EZ change feet and a simple 4-step buttonhole give you endless options for creativity
- Built-in one-hand thread cutter and simple reverse lever make finishing off stitching a breeze
- Hardcore, no-frills workdog--perfect for on-the-go DIY
- Free Arm Design for sewing cuffs, sleeves, pant legs, and hard to reach areas
- Single knob stitch selection for ease of use
- Seven built-in utility stitches
- Six great stretch stitches
- Easy 4-step button hole
- Portable design
- Cast aluminum body
- Push button reverse for stitch locking
- Quick snap presser feet change system (No more unscrewing the thumb screw)
- Multiple stitch functions, including length, width and reverse
- Accessory storage compartment
| Hook type | Vertical oscillanting hook |
| Class (Bed type) | Free arm |
| Body construction | Painted aluminum body |
| Carrying handle | Folding type |
| Machine size | W390 x H310 x D155 mm |
| Machine weight | 7.6 kg |
| Maximum speed | 840 spm |
| Number of stitches | 13 stitches including buttonhole |
| Type of buttonhole | 4-step BH |
| Stretch stitch adjustment | Yes |
| Maximum zigzag width | 5.0 mm |
| Maximum stitch length | 4 mm |
| Thread tension control | Lay-in type |
| Foot pressure adjustment | No |
| Extra-high presser foot lift | Yes |
| Marking on needle plate | Yes (inches and metric) |
| Drop feed dog | Lever type |
| Bobbin winder | Auto-declutch type |
| Presser foot | Snap (clip) on type |
| Needle threader | No |
| Thread cutter | Yes (Underneath the face plate) |
| Thread take up lever | Slit type |
| Spool pin | Vertical type |
| Lamp | Incandescent |
| Power switch | Yes |
| Foot controller | Yes |
| Protection | Soft cover |
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