Soulless? Not in the slightest! Very very interesting. As a vintage sewing machine aficionado (I fix 'em up and give them away), I have had to address the motors from time to time, but I have to confess I have a fear of electrical stuff. This post gives me a greater explanation than I have encountered before of how the sewing machine motors work. Also, I've heard of servo motors, and now I have have a better idea about them.
A few years ago I came across a YouTube video by Sew Save Me that helped me take apart a 1960's Kenmore motor and clean it. Between your explanation and that video, I'm less chicken if I have to work on one.
Great information! I enjoyed learning about the difference. I have only used Singer FW, many many Bernina’s, Elna, and a Juki. I’ll have to try a Janome for fun. Thanks for your incredible knowledge and passion for sewing machines.
Thank you, this was really interesting. Not a subject I knew anything about. I'm enjoying learning more about the mechanics of the machines I use so much.
Always interesting to read about the different types of machines available. Although this was a little more tech, it will give me a little more insight when shopping for repairs or new machines
So now I'm thinking that if I have a chance to buy a "matching" machine to my vintage Singer 404, just for parts - especially the motor - it might be worth it. Or does Singer still make replacement bushings for vintage models?
Singer no longer makes parts for the 404, so if you love your 404 and don’t want to sew on anything else, then purchasing another 404 for parts is a good idea.
Fantastic information. And very useful to know. Will check my older machines to see what moter it has. I service my machines very regularly, so I am not to worry if they have worn out brushes. But just in case, I check them. Thank you.
I'm just beginning to learn about sewing machines beyond how to sew with them. The article was interesting. I didn't realize the motors had brushes. Do the vintage machines have them also? I guess that will make some vintage machines harder to fix if motors aren't available and they need more than brushes. I'm hoping to refurb my grandmother's machine sometime. I look forward to learning more....
This was a very interesting article! I am a fairly new owner of a Janome M7, and I really enjoyed learning about the brushless motor in my machine. I always look forward to your articles.
I like the techy geek stuff. I'm out in the middle of nowhere and having a slow and steady education helps me feel more comfortable with my machines. Maybe do a contrast between motored and pedal machines?
I actually appreciate your articles and find them informative. I like the technical information as it will help my decision making if I ever purchase another machine rather than basing my decision on popularity or price. I would sign up if you ever started a newsletter on the inter workings of an automobile. 😂
really appreciate this information!
Soulless? Not in the slightest! Very very interesting. As a vintage sewing machine aficionado (I fix 'em up and give them away), I have had to address the motors from time to time, but I have to confess I have a fear of electrical stuff. This post gives me a greater explanation than I have encountered before of how the sewing machine motors work. Also, I've heard of servo motors, and now I have have a better idea about them.
A few years ago I came across a YouTube video by Sew Save Me that helped me take apart a 1960's Kenmore motor and clean it. Between your explanation and that video, I'm less chicken if I have to work on one.
Great information! I enjoyed learning about the difference. I have only used Singer FW, many many Bernina’s, Elna, and a Juki. I’ll have to try a Janome for fun. Thanks for your incredible knowledge and passion for sewing machines.
Thank you, this was really interesting. Not a subject I knew anything about. I'm enjoying learning more about the mechanics of the machines I use so much.
I just bought a Janome m7, in great part because of the brushless motor. It’s quiet power and precise sewing is nothing less than thrilling.
I like a bit of technology now and then.
Always interesting to read about the different types of machines available. Although this was a little more tech, it will give me a little more insight when shopping for repairs or new machines
So now I'm thinking that if I have a chance to buy a "matching" machine to my vintage Singer 404, just for parts - especially the motor - it might be worth it. Or does Singer still make replacement bushings for vintage models?
Singer no longer makes parts for the 404, so if you love your 404 and don’t want to sew on anything else, then purchasing another 404 for parts is a good idea.
I enjoyed this information very much. Thank you for writing about it. Good to know!
Fantastic information. And very useful to know. Will check my older machines to see what moter it has. I service my machines very regularly, so I am not to worry if they have worn out brushes. But just in case, I check them. Thank you.
I'm just beginning to learn about sewing machines beyond how to sew with them. The article was interesting. I didn't realize the motors had brushes. Do the vintage machines have them also? I guess that will make some vintage machines harder to fix if motors aren't available and they need more than brushes. I'm hoping to refurb my grandmother's machine sometime. I look forward to learning more....
Very interesting! Please continue writing this kind of article. I don't know anything about how motors work and this is fascinating.
Thank you for this, I’ve been curious about the difference. A question, if I may: Can a brushless motor be either AC or DC? Thanks!
This was a very interesting article! I am a fairly new owner of a Janome M7, and I really enjoyed learning about the brushless motor in my machine. I always look forward to your articles.
I like the techy geek stuff. I'm out in the middle of nowhere and having a slow and steady education helps me feel more comfortable with my machines. Maybe do a contrast between motored and pedal machines?
I actually appreciate your articles and find them informative. I like the technical information as it will help my decision making if I ever purchase another machine rather than basing my decision on popularity or price. I would sign up if you ever started a newsletter on the inter workings of an automobile. 😂