Sewing Machine Oil

Sewing Machine Oil

Sewing machines don’t require a lot of maintenance. However, it is advisable to periodically use sewing machine oil to lubricate the machine, to prevent it from locking up, and to extend its lifespan. Each manufacturer indicates how frequently sewing machine oil should be used in the instruction manual. On average, it is recommended to oil a sewing machine after every 20 hours of use.

Many of you might ask, “Which sewing machine oil should I use? Which should I choose?” At Cutsew, we offer a few high-quality sewing machine oils. Check out the MSDS on our Cutsew brand sewing machine oil. You can find it at the bottom of the product page. It is nearly identical to that of the Juki sewing machine oil MSDS. Ours is the highest quality and has been trusted in literally millions of machines throughout the country.

How to Apply Oil to your Sewing Machine

Before oiling your sewing machine, check whether you have the necessary materials: oil, a clean, dry cloth, tweezers, a brush, and some newspaper.
• First, unplug the machine from the power supply to prevent it from accidentally switching on.

• spread the newspaper on the table and put the sewing machine on top of it.

• Check to make sure the sewing machine is clean. If it’s not, clean it.

• Use a brush to check for no thread pieces on the machine. If necessary, use the tweezers to extract the pieces of thread present.

• Apply oil on the machine by following procedure suggested by the manufacturer, in the instruction manual.

• If you’re changing the oil in an oil bath type, make sure to drain the pan completely, and refill it between the high and low lines.

• Finally, wipe off excess oil. To complete the process, connect your machine and start sewing on a piece of fabric at a high speed so that the moving parts move and the oil runs through the head.

Industrial Sewing Machine Oil

Our Industrial sewing machine oil is meant for industrial sewing machines. Keeping your machine oiled is the only way you’ll get professional results. A properly oiled machine will last a lifetime. Our industrial sewing machine oils are trusted brands that have been used by factories and small shops for decades.
How to Choose Industrial Sewing Machine Oil
Before choosing industrial sewing machine oil to lubricate your sewing machine, take into account that not all oils are good for all industrial sewing machines. Check for the following factors to choose the one that's best for your machine.

Composition
First of all, check the composition of the oil. Choose oils with non-corrosive ingredients so that they are not harmful for your industrial machine. The oil should be food grade. That’s right, if it’s not good enough for human consumption then it’s not good enough for your machine. But don’t misunderstand; do NOT use regular food oils in your machine.

Compatibility
Most Industrial sewing machine oils are compatible with all machines. However, before applying oil to your sewing machine, check your machine’s manual. Our Cutsew Sewing Machine oil is compatible with all makes and models of industrial machine. DO NOT use cutting lubricant on your industrial sewing machine.

Size
Check the amount of oil in the container before buying it: If you have an oil bath type, such as a Juki straight stitch, you will be best purchasing a gallon. A blind stitch and some walking foot models will require oiling at small points. Make sure you have a small oiler on hand in this case. Buying a gallon will always be cheaper in the long run.

Applicator type
If you choose a lubricant that comes with a fine applicator, you can be more precise when using it in the machine and waste less material. If you’re buying bulk, just get a funnel and an oiler to lubricate with precision.