The Juki DU-1181N is one of the most versatile walking foot industrial sewing machines available for sewing leather, canvas, vinyl, nylon, upholstery fabrics, webbing, backpacks, handbags, purses, luggage, sporting goods, and countless medium to heavy-weight materials.
Unlike a standard drop-feed sewing machine, the DU-1181N utilizes top and bottom feed (walking foot) to pull multiple layers evenly through the machine. This greatly reduces material shifting while producing straighter, more consistent stitches on difficult fabrics.
For leather crafters, bag makers, upholstery shops, and small manufacturing businesses, the DU-1181N offers an outstanding combination of power, reliability, stitch quality, and ease of use.
Whether you're building leather tote bags, repairing canvas equipment, sewing vinyl cushions, or producing nylon backpacks, the DU-1181N has become one of the industry's favorite medium-duty walking foot machines.
The DU-1181N excels when sewing:
Its long stitch length and compound feeding action allow thick seams to feed smoothly while maintaining excellent stitch consistency.
The DU-1181N is designed as a medium-duty walking foot machine.
It is an outstanding choice for:
If your work primarily consists of leather bags, canvas totes, backpacks, purses, vinyl products, or upholstery projects, this machine is likely exactly what you need.
One advantage of working with industrial sewing specialists is helping customers buy the right machine—not simply the biggest one.
While the DU-1181N is extremely capable, it is not intended for the heaviest industrial sewing applications.
If your projects regularly involve:
we generally recommend stepping up to the Juki DNU-1541S or the Juki LU-1508N, which are specifically engineered for heavier materials and larger thread sizes.
Choosing the correct machine from the beginning will provide better stitch quality, greater reliability, and longer machine life.
The DU-1181N uses Juki's proven top and bottom feed system, commonly called a walking foot.
Benefits include:
This feeding system makes an enormous difference compared to standard home sewing machines or basic industrial drop-feed machines.
Juki has earned its reputation by building industrial machines used in factories around the world.
The DU-1181N delivers:
For many businesses, this machine becomes a dependable workhorse that operates for years with routine maintenance.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Maximum Sewing Speed | 2,000 stitches per minute |
| Maximum Stitch Length | 9 mm |
| Needle Bar Stroke | 36.5 mm |
| Hook | Horizontal Axis Full Rotary Double Capacity Hook |
| Needle System | 135×17 (DP×17) |
| Standard Needle Size | 130/21 (#21) |
| Needle Range | #14–#23 |
| Thread Sizes | Tex 30–Tex 90 (Approx. B33–B92) |
| Presser Foot Lift | Hand and Knee Lift |
| Machine Arm Space | 261 mm |
| Bed Size | 477 × 178 mm |
| Machine Head Weight | 31 kg |
| Motor | 110V Servo Motor |
| Lubrication | Defrix No. 1 Oil |
Most Juki DU-1181N sewing machines ship from our warehouse within 5–7 business days.
Get the most out of your new Juki DU-1181N by equipping it with the accessories and consumables you'll use every day. Having the right tools on hand helps you sew more efficiently, produce better results, and keeps your machine running at its best.
Consider adding:
Browse our recommended accessories below to build a complete sewing workstation and keep your Juki DU-1181N ready for every project.
90-Day Manufacturer Warranty covering manufacturing defects.
Industrial sewing machines require considerably more assembly than typical household sewing machines.
If you choose the self-assembly option, the machine does not include step-by-step assembly instructions. We recommend self-assembly only for customers with previous experience assembling industrial sewing machines.
If this is your first industrial machine, we strongly recommend selecting our professional assembly option. Your machine will arrive properly assembled, adjusted, tested, and ready to sew with significantly less setup time and frustration.
When you purchase from Cutting Sewing Room Equipment, you're buying from industrial sewing specialists—not a warehouse that simply ships boxes.
We help customers choose the right machine for their application before the sale and continue to support them afterward with replacement parts, needles, bobbins, accessories, and knowledgeable technical assistance. If you're unsure whether the DU-1181N, DNU-1541S, or LU-1508N is the best fit for your work, we're happy to help you compare the options so you can invest with confidence.
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