Lockstitch comparison
MAQI LS5200MX-TD4 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 garments, wovens.
MAQI LS5200MX-TD4
MAQI's LS5200MX-TD4 is a computerized lockstitch machine with a built-in edge cutter, a 26mm feed range for bulkier stacked material, and 0.1mm-precision electronic needle-pitch control. MAQI states it handles material from light stockings and gauze up to thick stacks (quoted as up to 120+ layers of A4 paper or 16 layers of denim).
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: MAQI LS5200MX-TD4 — Lockstitch, computerized, with edge cutter; MAQI LS5490-4C — Lockstitch, upper differential, four-automatic.
- Availability: MAQI LS5200MX-TD4 — Order on request; MAQI LS5490-4C — Order on request. Call to confirm today's stock.
Specifications side by side
| Specification | MAQI LS5200MX-TD4 | MAQI LS5490-4C |
|---|---|---|
| Series | Lockstitch, computerized, with edge cutter | Lockstitch, upper differential, four-automatic |
| Needle pitch | Electronic, 0.1mm precision | — |
| Feed range | 26mm large-range fabric feeding space | — |
| Material range (MAQI-stated) | Up to 120+ layers of A4 paper, or 16 layers of denim, gauze, stockings or copper foil | — |
| 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 MAQI LS5200MX-TD4 if…
MAQI's LS5200MX-TD4 is a computerized lockstitch machine with a built-in edge cutter, a 26mm feed range for bulkier stacked material, and 0.1mm-precision electronic needle-pitch control. MAQI states it handles material from light stockings and gauze up to thick stacks (quoted as up to 120+ layers of A4 paper or 16 layers of denim).
- Built-in edge cutter
- 26mm feed range
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 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 MAQI LS5200MX-TD4 and the MAQI LS5490-4C?
Series: MAQI LS5200MX-TD4 — Lockstitch, computerized, with edge cutter; MAQI LS5490-4C — Lockstitch, upper differential, four-automatic. Availability: MAQI LS5200MX-TD4 — Order on request; MAQI LS5490-4C — Order on request. Call to confirm today's stock.
Which is better, the MAQI LS5200MX-TD4 or the MAQI LS5490-4C?
It depends on your fabric, operation and daily volume. The MAQI LS5200MX-TD4 is described as: MAQI's LS5200MX-TD4 is a computerized lockstitch machine with a built-in edge cutter, a 26mm feed range for bulkier stacked material, and 0.1mm-precision electronic needle-pitch control. MAQI states it handles material from light stockings and gauze up to thick stacks (quoted as up to 120+ layers of A4 paper or 16 layers of denim). 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 MAQI LS5200MX-TD4 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.