Lockstitch comparison
JACK 2002G vs MAQI LS5490-4C: which lockstitch machine should you buy?
A side-by-side look at two lockstitch machines from our catalog: the specifications each one lists, where they differ, and which kind of production each suits. Both are used for wovens, garments.
JACK 2002G
Large-hook lockstitch machine built for heavier work — a DPx17 needle and 12mm stitch length handle shirts, jeans, non-woven bags, shoes and bags at up to 3000 s.p.m.
MAQI LS5490-4C
MAQI's LS5490-4C is an upper-differential intelligent flat sewing machine built for pleating and gathering work — a servo-driven upper differential presser foot, a dual-rack lower differential mechanism, and digital pleat programming across up to 9 segments.
Key differences
- Series: JACK 2002G — Lockstitch, large hook; MAQI LS5490-4C — Lockstitch, upper differential, four-automatic.
- Availability: JACK 2002G — Order on request; MAQI LS5490-4C — Order on request. Call to confirm today's stock.
Specifications side by side
| Specification | JACK 2002G | MAQI LS5490-4C |
|---|---|---|
| Series | Lockstitch, large hook | Lockstitch, upper differential, four-automatic |
| Needle | DPx17, 22# | — |
| Max stitch length | 12mm | — |
| Max sewing speed | Up to 3000 s.p.m. | — |
| Best for | Shirts, jeans, non-woven bags, shoes, bags | — |
| Availability | Order on request | Order on request |
| Presser foot | — | Servo-driven upper differential, dedicated pleating foot |
| Lower feed | — | Dual-rack lower differential mechanism |
| Pleat programming | — | Digital, programmable up to 9 segments |
Highlighted rows differ. A dash means the catalog does not list that specification for the machine; ask us and we will confirm it.
Which one fits your work?
Choose the JACK 2002G if…
Large-hook lockstitch machine built for heavier work — a DPx17 needle and 12mm stitch length handle shirts, jeans, non-woven bags, shoes and bags at up to 3000 s.p.m.
- Large-hook heavy-duty head
- Long 12mm stitch length
Choose the MAQI LS5490-4C if…
MAQI's LS5490-4C is an upper-differential intelligent flat sewing machine built for pleating and gathering work — a servo-driven upper differential presser foot, a dual-rack lower differential mechanism, and digital pleat programming across up to 9 segments.
- Servo upper differential foot
- Digital, segmented pleat control
Swami Enterprises is an authorized JACK dealer and importer. Swami Enterprises stocks MAQI machines as a stocking partner. Bring your own fabric to the Chanakya Place showroom and sew on both before you decide.
Questions buyers ask
What is the difference between the JACK 2002G and the MAQI LS5490-4C?
Series: JACK 2002G — Lockstitch, large hook; MAQI LS5490-4C — Lockstitch, upper differential, four-automatic. Availability: JACK 2002G — Order on request; MAQI LS5490-4C — Order on request. Call to confirm today's stock.
Which is better, the JACK 2002G or the MAQI LS5490-4C?
It depends on your fabric, operation and daily volume. The JACK 2002G is described as: Large-hook lockstitch machine built for heavier work — a DPx17 needle and 12mm stitch length handle shirts, jeans, non-woven bags, shoes and bags at up to 3000 s.p.m. The MAQI LS5490-4C is described as: MAQI's LS5490-4C is an upper-differential intelligent flat sewing machine built for pleating and gathering work — a servo-driven upper differential presser foot, a dual-rack lower differential mechanism, and digital pleat programming across up to 9 segments.
What is the price of the JACK 2002G and the MAQI LS5490-4C?
Prices depend on the model, quantity and the day. Call +91 99713 36656 or request a quote for today's price on either machine.
Can I see both machines before buying?
Yes. Visit the showroom at Chanakya Place, New Delhi. Call +91 99713 36656 first so the team can confirm which models are on display and in stock.
Not sure which to pick?
Tell us your fabric, operation and daily volume. A specialist will recommend one, with today's price.