# Textiles

Sewing, printing, cutting, beadwork, leatherwork

# Singer Sewing Machine

## Singer Sewing Machine

##### Sewing Machine

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<p class="callout warning">This tool can be used by members and non-members who are well-versed in the operation of the tool. Trainings can always be requested at #class-requests on Slack</p>

<table border="1" id="bkmrk-model-nocg550c-date-" style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 43.6905%;"><colgroup><col style="width: 43.9779%;"></col><col style="width: 56.0221%;"></col></colgroup><tbody><tr><td>Model No</td><td>CG550C</td></tr><tr><td>Date Purchased</td><td>—</td></tr><tr><td>Status</td><td>Operational</td></tr><tr><td>Link To Manual</td><td>[CG-500/550 instruction book](https://www.manualslib.com/manual/1052906/Singer-Cg-500.html)</td></tr><tr><td>Link to product page</td><td>[Singer CG-550 (ManualsLib)](https://www.manualslib.com/products/Singer-Cg-550-353719.html)</td></tr></tbody></table>

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#### Description

The Singer **CG550C** is a general-purpose sewing machine for everyday fabric projects. Yellow tool—experienced users may use without mandatory training. Use Sailrite or serger for heavy work.

#### Specifications

<table border="1" id="bkmrk-access-levelyellow-%28" style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 65%;"><tbody><tr><td>**Access level**</td><td>Yellow (open to experienced users)</td></tr><tr><td>**Stitch types**</td><td>Utility and decorative (see manual)</td></tr><tr><td>**Needle system**</td><td>15×1 (typical home machine)</td></tr><tr><td>**Documentation**</td><td>CG-500/CG-550 series manuals on ManualsLib</td></tr></tbody></table>

#### Additional Resources

- [CG-550 manual index](https://www.manualslib.com/products/Singer-Cg-550-353719.html)

# USCutter PrismCut P28

## USCutter PrismCut P28

##### Vinyl Cutter

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<p class="callout danger">This tool is restricted to Makerspace Members, and requires a training before use. Request a training on Slack: #class-requests</p>

<table border="1" id="bkmrk-model-nop28-date-pur" style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 43.6905%;"><colgroup><col style="width: 43.9779%;"></col><col style="width: 56.0221%;"></col></colgroup><tbody><tr><td>Model No</td><td>P28</td></tr><tr><td>Date Purchased</td><td>—</td></tr><tr><td>Status</td><td>Operational</td></tr><tr><td>Link To Manual</td><td>[PrismCut specs (USCutter)](https://support.uscutter.com/support/solutions/articles/153000143292-prismcut-technical-specifications)</td></tr><tr><td>Link to product page</td><td>[USCutter P28](https://uscutter.com/P28-Prismcut-Vinyl-Cutter-W-Wifi-And-Design-Cut-Software/)</td></tr></tbody></table>

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#### Description

The **USCutter PrismCut P28** cuts vinyl, HTV, and sign materials with Wi‑Fi, a touchscreen, and a camera for print-and-cut registration. Design in **VinylMaster Cut** on the shop PC, then cut after training.

#### Specifications (P28)

<table border="1" id="bkmrk-max-media-width28-in" style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 65%;"><tbody><tr><td>**Max media width**</td><td>28 in</td></tr><tr><td>**Max cut width**</td><td>24.5 in</td></tr><tr><td>**Max cut length**</td><td>15 ft (per USCutter specs article)</td></tr><tr><td>**Max speed**</td><td>800 mm/s</td></tr><tr><td>**Max downforce**</td><td>800 g</td></tr><tr><td>**Min character size**</td><td>2 mm</td></tr><tr><td>**Contour cutting**</td><td>Yes (camera / ARMS)</td></tr><tr><td>**Connectivity**</td><td>Wi‑Fi, USB, U-disk, P2P</td></tr><tr><td>**Software**</td><td>VinylMaster Cut (shop station)</td></tr><tr><td>**OS**</td><td>Windows 10/8/7, macOS (per USCutter)</td></tr></tbody></table>

#### Additional Resources

- [P28 product page](https://uscutter.com/P28-Prismcut-Vinyl-Cutter-W-Wifi-And-Design-Cut-Software/)
- [PrismCut technical specifications](https://support.uscutter.com/support/solutions/articles/153000143292-prismcut-technical-specifications)

# Sears Roebuck Serger

## Sears Roebuck Serger

##### Serger

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<p class="callout danger">This tool is restricted to Makerspace Members, and requires a training before use. Request a training on Slack: #class-requests</p>

<table border="1" id="bkmrk-model-no385.16644690" style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 43.6905%;"><colgroup><col style="width: 43.9779%;"></col><col style="width: 56.0221%;"></col></colgroup><tbody><tr><td>Model No</td><td>385.16644690</td></tr><tr><td>Date Purchased</td><td>—</td></tr><tr><td>Status</td><td>Operational</td></tr><tr><td>Link To Manual</td><td>[ManualsLib (search model)](https://www.manualslib.com/)</td></tr><tr><td>Link to product page</td><td>— (legacy Sears / Kenmore serger)</td></tr></tbody></table>

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#### Description

Overlock serger for finished seams and knit fabrics. Training covers multi-thread threading and tension. Vintage machine—report issues promptly.

#### Specifications

<table border="1" id="bkmrk-manufacturer-model38" style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 65%;"><tbody><tr><td>**Manufacturer model**</td><td>385.16644690</td></tr><tr><td>**Threads**</td><td>Typically 3–4 (verify on machine)</td></tr><tr><td>**Access level**</td><td>Red (training required)</td></tr></tbody></table>

#### Additional Resources

- Search **385.16644690** on [ManualsLib](https://www.manualslib.com/)

# Sailrite Ultrafeed

## Sailrite Ultrafeed

##### Industrial Sewing Machine

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<p class="callout danger">This tool is restricted to Makerspace Members, and requires a training before use. Request a training on Slack: #class-requests</p>

<table border="1" id="bkmrk-model-nolsz-1-date-p" style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 43.6905%;"><colgroup><col style="width: 43.9779%;"></col><col style="width: 56.0221%;"></col></colgroup><tbody><tr><td>Model No</td><td>LSZ-1</td></tr><tr><td>Date Purchased</td><td>—</td></tr><tr><td>Status</td><td>Operational</td></tr><tr><td>Link To Manual</td><td>[Ultrafeed LSZ hub](https://www.sailrite.com/ultrafeed-lsz-portable-walking-foot-sewing-machine)</td></tr><tr><td>Link to product page</td><td>[LSZ-1 package (110V)](https://www.sailrite.com/Sailrite-Ultrafeed-LSZ-Walking-Foot-Sewing-Machine-110V)</td></tr></tbody></table>

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#### Description

Walking-foot industrial machine for canvas, upholstery, webbing, and heavy fabric. Straight and zigzag (LSZ). Training required.

#### Specifications (LSZ-1)

<table border="1" id="bkmrk-stitch-typesstraight" style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 65%;"><tbody><tr><td>**Stitch types**</td><td>Straight + zigzag (up to 5 mm wide)</td></tr><tr><td>**Feed**</td><td>Walking foot</td></tr><tr><td>**Max stitch length**</td><td>6 mm straight</td></tr><tr><td>**Presser foot lift**</td><td>3/8 in</td></tr><tr><td>**Needle system**</td><td>135×16 / 135×17</td></tr><tr><td>**Needle range**</td><td>\#10–#22</td></tr><tr><td>**Thread range**</td><td>Tex 30–Tex 92</td></tr><tr><td>**Speed**</td><td>~1 stitch/sec up to 550 SPM (with balance wheel)</td></tr><tr><td>**Power**</td><td>110 VAC, 1/4 hp (package spec)</td></tr><tr><td>**Weight**</td><td>~55 lb (carrying weight)</td></tr></tbody></table>

#### Additional Resources

- [Ultrafeed LSZ overview](https://www.sailrite.com/ultrafeed-lsz-portable-walking-foot-sewing-machine)

# QX A1 Heat Press

## QX A1 Heat Press

##### Heat Press

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<p class="callout danger">This tool is restricted to Makerspace Members, and requires a training before use. Request a training on Slack: #class-requests</p>

<table border="1" id="bkmrk-model-noqx-a1-%2815%C3%9715" style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 43.6905%;"><colgroup><col style="width: 43.9779%;"></col><col style="width: 56.0221%;"></col></colgroup><tbody><tr><td>Model No</td><td>QX A1 (15×15 in)</td></tr><tr><td>Date Purchased</td><td>—</td></tr><tr><td>Status</td><td>Operational</td></tr><tr><td>Link To Manual</td><td>[PDF (15×15 clamshell)](https://www.ahml.info/sites/default/files/2024-06/Fancierstudio_15%C3%9715_Heat_Press_BB_Manual.pdf)</td></tr><tr><td>Link to product page</td><td>[QX A1 reference](https://makernexuswiki.com/wiki/FancierStudio_QX-A1_15%22_x_15%22_Heat_Press)</td></tr></tbody></table>

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#### Description

Clamshell heat press for HTV, sublimation, and heat transfers. Set time, temperature, and pressure per material supplier charts. Do not leave unattended while heating.

#### Specifications

<table border="1" id="bkmrk-platen-size15-%C3%97-15-i" style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 65%;"><tbody><tr><td>**Platen size**</td><td>15 × 15 in</td></tr><tr><td>**Style**</td><td>Clamshell</td></tr><tr><td>**Power**</td><td>~1500–1800 W (typical for this class)</td></tr><tr><td>**Voltage**</td><td>110–120 V</td></tr><tr><td>**Control**</td><td>Digital time and temperature</td></tr></tbody></table>

#### Typical settings (verify with your media)

<table border="1" id="bkmrk-htv-%28common%29%7E305%E2%80%93320" style="border-collapse: collapse; width: 65%;"><tbody><tr><td>**HTV (common)**</td><td>~305–320 °F, 10–15 s</td></tr><tr><td>**Sublimation**</td><td>~380–400 °F, per blank vendor</td></tr></tbody></table>

#### Additional Resources

- [FancierStudio 15×15 manual (PDF)](https://www.ahml.info/sites/default/files/2024-06/Fancierstudio_15%C3%9715_Heat_Press_BB_Manual.pdf)