PFAFF 5696 Double-Needle Chainstitch Machine

PFAFF 5696 Double-Needle Chainstitch Machine (Standard & Longarm Versions)

The PFAFF 5696 is a high-precision double-needle chainstitch machine built for demanding sewing tasks on bulky, heavy, or technical materials. Available in both standard and longarm versions, it delivers excellent topstitching results for automotive interiors, leather goods, and industrial textile products. With its unison feed system — combining bottom feed, alternating top feed, and needle feed — the PFAFF 5696 guarantees flawless fabric traction and consistently neat seams. Its post-bed design makes it the perfect machine for curved and 3D workpieces like dashboards, upholstery, and airbags.

Technical Specifications – PFAFF 5696

Key Features

• Double-Needle Chainstitch Post-Bed Machine
• Unison Feed System – For consistent material transport
• Swing-Out Loopers – Easy threading from the front
• High Top Feed Stroke (4 mm) – Ideal for layered materials
• 11 mm Fabric Clearance – Smooth handling of thick, bulky parts
• Needle Gauge Starting at 3.2 mm – Suitable for detailed applications
• Electronic Handwheel Control – Optional for user convenience
• Optional Mirrored Hooks – Enables parallel decorative seams
• High-Adjustable Single Column Stand – Supports large, voluminous workpieces

Applications

Perfect for:

• Leather upholstery
• Car seats and dashboards
• Technical fabrics
• Decorative topstitching
• Airbags and safety products

The PFAFF 5696 is a high-performance, post-bed chainstitch machine designed to meet the toughest sewing demands in automotive, upholstery, and technical textile applications. With its advanced unison feed, wide material clearance, and precise needle configuration options, it delivers consistent quality on complex, bulky materials — making it a trusted solution for precision stitching and decorative seams.