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Juki DDL-5550N High-Speed Single Needle Lockstitch Industrial Sewing Machine

Juki DDL-5550N High-Speed Single Needle Lockstitch Industrial Sewing Machine

DDL-5550N

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Juki DDL-5550N  

is the industry-standard single-needle lockstitch machine, renowned for its speed, durability, and stitch consistency. Unlike the DDL-8700 (manufactured in China), the DDL-5550N is engineered in Japan, offering a higher level of precision and longevity. Designed for light-to-medium weight fabrics, it delivers a perfect, straight stitch at blistering speeds, making it the essential foundation for any professional sewing production line or tailoring shop. 

  • Japanese Engineering: Built with superior metallurgy and tighter tolerances for a smoother, quieter sewing experience and a longer machine lifespan. 
  • High-Speed Performance: Capable of sewing at speeds up to 5,500 stitches per minute (SPM), allowing for maximum production efficiency. 
  • Optimized Stitch Quality: The thread take-up and feed mechanism have been refined to produce beautiful, balanced seams even at peak speeds. 
  • Adjustable Speed Servo Motor: Includes a modern electronic Servo Motor that runs silently, offers precision speed control (stitch-by-stitch), and saves up to 90% on energy compared to clutch motors. 
  • Low-Vibration Design: The machine head is perfectly balanced to minimize noise and table vibration, reducing operator fatigue during long shifts. 
  • Easy Maintenance: Features a fully automatic lubrication system that ensures all internal parts are oiled during operation, extending the life of the machine. 
  • Application: Light-weight to Medium-weight materials 
  • Max. Sewing Speed: 5,500 Stitches per Minute (SPM) 
  • Max. Stitch Length: 5mm 
  • Needle Bar Stroke: 30.7mm 
  • Presser Foot Lift: 5.5mm (Hand) / 13mm (Knee) 
  • Needle System: 16x231 (DBx1) / 16x257 / 7x1 
  • Feed Dog: 3-Row 
  • Hook: Automatic-lubricating full rotary hook 
  • Lubrication: Fully Automatic (Juki New Defrix Oil No. 1) 
  • Motor Type: 110V Electronic Servo Motor (High-Torque) 

The DDL-5550N is the primary choice for sewing straight seams on a wide variety of goods: 

  • Apparel: Shirts, dresses, blouses, trousers, and uniforms. 
  • Fine Fabrics: Silks, satins, and synthetics (with appropriate needle/tension settings). 
  • Light Outerwear: Light jackets, windbreakers, and liners. 
  • Alterations: Ideal for tailoring shops requiring high precision and speed. 

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<h3><strong><u>ACCESSORIES for the JUKI DDL-5550N</u></strong></h3>
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<p><strong>Needles</strong>: <a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/standard-industrial-sewing-machine-needles.htm" target="_blank">Standard Industrial Needles (Size #9-#18)</a><br><strong>Bobbins:</strong> <a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/metal-bobbins-for-single-needle-industrial-industrial-sewing-machines-270010.htm" target="_blank">Metal Bobbins for Single Needle Industrial #270010</a><br><strong>Bobbin Case:</strong> <a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/bobbin-case-metal-class-95-52237.htm" target="_blank">Bobbin Case Metal Class 95 — Singer #52237</a><br><strong>Needle Plate</strong>: <a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/needle-plate-throat-plate-for-most-single-needle-industrial-sewing-machines.htm" target="_blank">Needle Plate /Throat Plate<br></a><strong>Needle Plate/Feed Dog Combo:</strong> <a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/needle-plate-throat-plate-feed-dog-for-most-industrial-lockstitch-sewing-machines-combo.htm" target="_blank">Needle Plate/Feed Dog Combo</a></p>
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<p><strong><em>ACCESSORY KITS</em><br></strong><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/starter-kit-for-industrial-sewing-machines.htm" target="_blank">Starter Kit For Industrial Sewing Machines<br></a><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/deluxe-spare-parts-kit-for-industrial-lockstitch-sewing-machines.htm" target="_blank">Deluxe Kit For Industrial Sewing Machines</a></p>
<p><strong><em>PRESSER FOOT KITS</em></strong><br><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/5-pack-industrial-high-shank-presser-feet.htm" target="_blank">5 Pack Industrial High Shank Presser Feet</a><br><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/glide-on-industrial-high-shank-presser-feet-5-pack.htm" target="_blank">Glide-On Industrial High Shank Presser Feet (5 Pack)</a><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/glide-on-industrial-high-shank-presser-feet-5-pack.htm" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/glide-on-industrial-high-shank-presser-feet-5-pack.htm" target="_blank"><br><br></a><em><strong>SEWING GUIDES & GAUGES</strong></em><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/magnetic-sewing-machine-gauge.htm" target="_blank"><br></a><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/magnetic-sewing-machine-gauge.htm" target="_blank">Magnetic ​Sewing Machine Gauge Guide</a><br><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/quilters-swing-sewing-guide-for-industrial-sewing-machines.htm" target="_blank">Quilters Swing Sewing Guide</a><br><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/industrial-sewing-machine-swing-gauge-5812.htm" target="_blank">Swing Gauge #5812</a><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/sewing-machinest-gauge-2-1-2.htm" target="_blank"><br>T Gauge (2-1/2")</a><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/adjustable-seam-guide-sewing-adjustable-seam-guide-for-industrial-single-needle-sewing-machine.htm" target="_blank"><br>Adjustable Seam Guide</a><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/sewing-machine-3-corner-gauge-25873.htm" target="_blank"><br>Sewing Machine 3 Corner Gauge #25873</a></p>
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<h3><strong>COMPATIBLE PRESSER FOOT OPTIONS</strong></h3>
<p><strong><em>ZIPPER/CORDING/WELTING/PIPING<br></em></strong><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/invisible-zipper-presser-foot-s518.htm" target="_blank">Invisible Zipper Presser Foot #S518<br></a><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/split-hinged-zipper-presser-foot-40322sh.htm" target="_blank">Split Hinged Zipper Presser Foot #40322SH<br></a><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/narrow-right-hinged-cording-foot-for-industrial-lockstitch-sewing-machines-12435hn.htm" target="_blank">Narrow Right Hinged Cording Foot #12435HN<br></a><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/narrow-left-hinged-cording-foot-for-industrial-lockstitch-sewing-machines-31358hn.htm" target="_blank">Narrow Left Hinged Cording Foot #31358HN<br></a><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/wide-left-hinged-cording-zipper-foot-31358hwl-p36l.htm" target="_blank">Wide Left Hinged Cording/Zipper Foot #31358HWL-P36L<br></a><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/wide-right-hinged-cordingzipper-foot-12435hwr-p36r.htm" target="_blank">Wide Right Hinged Cording/Zipper Foot #12435HWR-P36<br></a><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/high-shank-double-welting-piping-foot-for-industrial-single-needle-sewing-machines-36069dg.htm" target="_blank">High Shank Double Welting/Piping Foot #36069DG<br></a><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/metal-piping-foot-high-shank-right-or-left.htm" target="_blank">Metal Piping Foot (Right Or Left) #36069L, 36069R<br></a><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/welting-piping-cording-presser-foot-767415000-767414009.htm" target="_blank">Welting/Piping/Cording Presser Foot #767415000</a></p>
<p><strong><em>COMPENSATING<br></em></strong><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/left-compensating-presser-foot-for-industrial-sewing-machines.htm" target="_blank">Left Compensating Presser Foot<br></a><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/right-compensating-presser-foot-for-industrial-sewing-machines.htm" target="_blank">Right Compensating Presser Foot<br></a><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/compensating-binder-presser-foot-for-industrial-sewing-machines.htm" target="_blank">Compensating Binder Presser Foot<br></a><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/compensating-foot-211-14.htm" target="_blank">Compensating Foot 211-14</a></p>
<p><strong><em>SHIRRING/GATHERING<br></em></strong><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/shirring-gathering-foot-for-industrial-lockstitch-sewing-machines.htm" target="_blank">Shirring/Gathering Foot #120828<br></a><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/shirring-gathering-with-adjustable-blocks-for-industrial-lockstitch-sewing-machines-s950.htm" target="_blank">Shirring/Gathering With Adjustable Blocks #S950<br></a><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/shirring-gathering-screw-adjusting-presser-foot-s952.htm" target="_blank">Shirring/Gathering Screw Adjusting Presser Foot #S952<br></a><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/shirring-gathering-tape-guide-elastic-adjustable-presser-foot-for-industrial-sewing-machines-s537.htm" target="_blank">Shirring/Gathering Tape Guide Elastic Adjustable Presser Foot #S537</a></p>
<p><strong><em>GUIDE FOOT<br></em></strong><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/industrial-sewing-machine-hinged-right-guide-foot.htm" target="_blank">Hinged Right Guide Foot</a></p>
<p><em><strong>BUTTONHOLE FOOT<a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/high-shank-buttonhole-foot.htm" target="_blank"><br></a></strong><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/high-shank-buttonhole-foot.htm" target="_blank"></a></em><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/high-shank-buttonhole-foot.htm" target="_blank">High Shank Buttonhole #CY-703H</a></p>
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<h3><strong><strong></strong><strong>COMPATIBLE PRESSER FOOT OPTIONS (continued)</strong></strong></h3>
<p><strong><em>HEMMER</em></strong><br><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/shirring-gathering-with-adjustable-blocks-for-industrial-lockstitch-sewing-machines-s950.htm" target="_blank">Ball Hemmer Foot (Double Fold) #490358<br></a><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/spring-hemmer-feet-high-shank.htm" target="_blank">Spring Hemmer Foot #490359<br></a><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/hemming-presser-foot-and-folder-set-f502.htm" target="_blank">Hemming Presser Foot and Folder Set #F502</a></p>
<p><strong><em>CENTER TUBE</em></strong><br><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/hinged-center-tube-presser-foot-for-industrial-sewing-machine.htm" target="_blank">Hinged Center Tube Presser Foot #S10C</a></p>
<p><strong><em>ROLLER<br></em></strong><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/small-roller-foot-with-needle-plate-feed-dogs-singer.htm" target="_blank">Small Roller Foot With Needle Plate & Feed Dogs<br></a><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/large-roller-foot-with-needle-plate-feed-dogs-singer.htm" target="_blank">Large Roller Foot With Needle Plate & Feed Dogs<br></a><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/spk-high-shank-roller-foot-spk3.htm" target="_blank">SPK Roller Foot #SPK3</a></p>
<p><strong><em>BIAS<br></em></strong><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/bias-tape-binding-presser-foot-6288.htm" target="_blank">Bias Tape Binding Presser Foot #6288</a></p>
<p><strong><em>STRAIGHT STITCH<br></em></strong><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/hinged-straight-stitch-presser-foot-p351.htm" target="_blank">Hinged Straight Stitch Presser Foot #P351<br></a><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/hinged-straight-stitching-foot-24983.htm" target="_blank">Hinged Straight Stitching Foot #24983<br></a><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/hinged-narrow-presser-foot-for-industrial-sewing-machines.htm" target="_blank">Hinged Narrow Presser Foot #142058N<br></a><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/heavyweight-straight-stitch-presser-foot-brother-sa173.htm" target="_blank">Heavyweight Straight Stitch Presser Foot - Brother #SA173<br></a><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/straight-stitch-presser-foot-with-finger-guard-351.htm" target="_blank">Straight Stitch Presser Foot With Finger Guard #351</a></p>
<p><strong><em>GLIDE-ON/TEFLON<br></em></strong><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/glide-on-invisible-zipper-presser-foot-s518nst.htm" target="_blank">Glide-On Invisible Zipper Presser Foot #S518NST<br></a><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/glide-on-standard-extended-tail-hinged-presser-foot-mt-18.htm" target="_blank">Glide-On Standard Extended Tail Hinged Presser Foot #MT-18<br></a><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/glide-on-welting-piping-cording-presser-foot-36069t.htm" target="_blank">Glide-On Welting/Piping/Cording Presser Foot #36069T<br></a><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/non-stickteflon-foot-high-shank.htm" target="_blank">Non-Stick Glide-On Presser Foot #T-350<br></a><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/universal-glide-on-narrow-zipper-presser-foot-t363.htm" target="_blank">Universal Glide-On Hinged Narrow Zipper Presser Foot #T-363<br></a><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/universial-glide-on-left-narrow-zipper-presser-foot-t36ln.htm" target="_blank">Universal Glide-On Left Narrow Zipper Presser Foot #T36LN<br></a><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/universal-glide-on-right-narrow-zipper-presser-foot-t36n.htm" target="_blank">Universal Glide-On Right Narrow Zipper Presser Foot #T36N</a></p>
<p><strong><em>FOR QUILTING<br></em></strong><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/quilters-swing-sewing-guide-for-industrial-sewing-machines.htm" target="_blank">Quilters Swing Sewing Guide For Industrial Sewing Machines<br></a><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/1-4-inch-high-shank-clear-ruler-foot-for-free-motion-quilting.htm" target="_blank">1/4" High Shank Clear Ruler Foot For Free Motion Quilting</a></p>
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<h3>OTHER ATTACHMENTS</h3>
<p><em><strong>BINDERS/FOLDERS</strong><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/raw-edge-binder-set-s64.htm" target="_blank"><br></a></em><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/raw-edge-binder-set-s64.htm" target="_blank">Raw Edge Binder Set #S64​</a><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/raw-edge-plain-tape-binder-binding-attachment-100ls.htm" target="_blank"><br>Raw Edge Plain Tape Binder Binding Attachment #100LS</a><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/right-angle-binder-set-s60.htm" target="_blank"><br>Right Angle Binder Set #S60</a><br><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/double-fold-binder-binding-attachment-folder-508l.htm" target="_blank">Double Fold Binder / Binding Attachment Folder #508L</a><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/collarette-binder-top-mount-1864.htm" target="_blank"><br>Top Mount Collarette Binder Top Clean</a><br><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/table-mount-coverstitch-collarette-binder.htm" target="_blank">Table Mount Coverstitch Collarette Binder #S124A</a></p>
<p><strong><em>BUTTONHOLER</em></strong><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/buttonholer-attachment-ys-4455.htm" target="_blank"><br>Buttonholer Attachment #YS-4455</a></p>
<p><strong><em>RUFFLER</em></strong><a href="https://www.goldstartool.com/deluxe-ruffler-attachment-for-industrial-sewing-machines-g900e.htm" target="_blank"><br>Deluxe Ruffler Attachment for Industrial Sewing Machines #G900E</a></p>

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ACCESSORIES for the JUKI DDL-5550N

Needles: Standard Industrial Needles (Size #9-#18)Bobbins: Metal Bobbins for Single Needle Industrial #270010Bobbin Case: Bobbin Case Metal Class 95 — Singer #52237Needle Plate: Needle Plate /Throat PlateNeedle Plate/Feed Dog Combo: Needle Plate/Feed Dog Combo

ACCESSORY KITSStarter Kit For Industrial Sewing MachinesDeluxe Kit For Industrial Sewing Machines

PRESSER FOOT KITS5 Pack Industrial High Shank Presser FeetGlide-On Industrial High Shank Presser Feet (5 Pack)SEWING GUIDES & GAUGESMagnetic ​Sewing Machine Gauge GuideQuilters Swing Sewing GuideSwing Gauge #5812T Gauge (2-1/2")Adjustable Seam GuideSewing Machine 3 Corner Gauge #25873

COMPATIBLE PRESSER FOOT OPTIONS

ZIPPER/CORDING/WELTING/PIPINGInvisible Zipper Presser Foot #S518Split Hinged Zipper Presser Foot #40322SHNarrow Right Hinged Cording Foot #12435HNNarrow Left Hinged Cording Foot #31358HNWide Left Hinged Cording/Zipper Foot #31358HWL-P36LWide Right Hinged Cording/Zipper Foot #12435HWR-P36High Shank Double Welting/Piping Foot #36069DGMetal Piping Foot (Right Or Left) #36069L, 36069RWelting/Piping/Cording Presser Foot #767415000

COMPENSATINGLeft Compensating Presser FootRight Compensating Presser FootCompensating Binder Presser FootCompensating Foot 211-14

SHIRRING/GATHERINGShirring/Gathering Foot #120828Shirring/Gathering With Adjustable Blocks #S950Shirring/Gathering Screw Adjusting Presser Foot #S952Shirring/Gathering Tape Guide Elastic Adjustable Presser Foot #S537

GUIDE FOOTHinged Right Guide Foot

BUTTONHOLE FOOTHigh Shank Buttonhole #CY-703H

COMPATIBLE PRESSER FOOT OPTIONS (continued)

HEMMERBall Hemmer Foot (Double Fold) #490358Spring Hemmer Foot #490359Hemming Presser Foot and Folder Set #F502

CENTER TUBEHinged Center Tube Presser Foot #S10C

ROLLERSmall Roller Foot With Needle Plate & Feed DogsLarge Roller Foot With Needle Plate & Feed DogsSPK Roller Foot #SPK3

BIASBias Tape Binding Presser Foot #6288

STRAIGHT STITCHHinged Straight Stitch Presser Foot #P351Hinged Straight Stitching Foot #24983Hinged Narrow Presser Foot #142058NHeavyweight Straight Stitch Presser Foot - Brother #SA173Straight Stitch Presser Foot With Finger Guard #351

GLIDE-ON/TEFLONGlide-On Invisible Zipper Presser Foot #S518NSTGlide-On Standard Extended Tail Hinged Presser Foot #MT-18Glide-On Welting/Piping/Cording Presser Foot #36069TNon-Stick Glide-On Presser Foot #T-350Universal Glide-On Hinged Narrow Zipper Presser Foot #T-363Universal Glide-On Left Narrow Zipper Presser Foot #T36LNUniversal Glide-On Right Narrow Zipper Presser Foot #T36N

FOR QUILTINGQuilters Swing Sewing Guide For Industrial Sewing Machines1/4" High Shank Clear Ruler Foot For Free Motion Quilting

OTHER ATTACHMENTS

BINDERS/FOLDERSRaw Edge Binder Set #S64​Raw Edge Plain Tape Binder Binding Attachment #100LSRight Angle Binder Set #S60Double Fold Binder / Binding Attachment Folder #508LTop Mount Collarette Binder Top CleanTable Mount Coverstitch Collarette Binder #S124A

BUTTONHOLERButtonholer Attachment #YS-4455

RUFFLERDeluxe Ruffler Attachment for Industrial Sewing Machines #G900E

JUKI DDL-8700 FAQs

What kind of needles do you use in the DDL-8700?

The needles with your JUKI are the Organ DBx1, available on our website. This machine uses size 16×257, size 8 through 20 or 16×97. The 8700 can also use standard needles, sizes 9 through 21, universal or fabric-specific needles such as knit.

Where does the machine oil go?

A pan directly underneath the machine supplies oil to the machine with a cotton wick. Lift the machine up and over to access the oil tank while on the table. You must keep the machine’s oil level consistently at the «high» mark, either by adding more oil or draining it and refilling it as needed. If the oil pump can’t get the oil into the machine, it can cause serious problems later.

What kind of oil does this machine require?

You need a specific type, like motor oil in your car, to keep this machine running. The DDL-8700 requires JUKI New Defrix Oil No.1, equivalent to ISO VG7.

What size table can I get with this machine?

Our table has legs and is 22"w x 47"l. It includes a knee and foot pedals and a left-hand drawer for accessories.

Does the DDL 8700 make buttonholes?

No. The 8700 only does straight stitching, with a horizontal bar on the right side for a reverse stitch.

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THE ADVANTAGES OF A SERVO MOTOR

THE ADVANTAGES OF A SERVO MOTOR

Because of the Servo motor speed control, most users find the machine more straightforward to use. Both beginning and seasoned sewers find this feature helpful when stitching projects that don't demand high-speed stitching.

They use up to 90% less power than clutch motors

They use up to 90% less power than clutch motors

They are 1/3 lighter than clutch motors

They are 1/3 lighter than clutch motors

With a flick of the switch, you can reverse motor rotation

With a flick of the switch, you can reverse motor rotation

No parts to wear out or adjust

No parts to wear out or adjust

No matter how hard you press the foot pedal, the configured speed remains the same.

No matter how hard you press the foot pedal, the configured speed remains the same.

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