Janome Air Thread 2000D
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Explore the Janome AirThread 2000D with air-threaded loopers and a built-in needle threader. See its stitches, fabric controls and full accessory package.
$1,579.00 $2,499.00
Janome AirThread 2000D Professional: simpler threading for seam finishing
The Janome AirThread 2000D uses a blast of air to pass thread through the upper and lower loopers. A separate built-in needle threader handles the left or right needle. These features simplify setup, so you can spend more time sewing garments and finishing fabric edges.
Choose two-, three- or four-thread overlocking, rolled hems or flatlocking. Adjust the feed, foot pressure and cutting width to suit your fabric. A waste tray collects the trimmed edges, and the flat work area supports your project.
Thread the loopers with air
Insert the thread into the threading port and use the looper-selection lever and air-threading mechanism as directed in the instruction book. The blast of air carries the thread through the selected looper. Colour-coded guides and the threading chart help with the rest of the thread path.
Slide the needle-threader selector to the left or right needle. For heavier threads that need a different threading method, a wire looper threader is included. Lift the presser foot to release the tensions during setup.
Adjust the fabric feed
The eight-piece feed dog and grooved standard foot help guide fabric through the machine. Five levels of foot pressure let you adjust the contact between the foot and fabric. Use normal pressure as a starting point, then test your seam.
The integrated stitch-length and differential-feed dials keep these settings together. Set length from 1 to 5 mm and differential feed from 0.5 to 2.0. Adjust the feed to help control wavy knit edges, puckering or deliberate gathering effects.
Choose the width and finish
Cutting width adjusts from 3.3 to 7.5 mm, depending on which needle you use. Open the front cover to access the upper-knife control. Turn the dial to lower the knife when your technique calls for sewing without trimming, then re-engage it for normal overlocking.
A built-in converter supports two-thread stitches. The chaining-finger switch and lower-looper pretension slider help with rolled-hem changeover. Follow the stitch settings in the book rather than using the same tensions for every finish.
Work with accessible controls
The main shaft runs on two ball bearings. The foot control operates the machine at speeds up to 1,300 stitches per minute. White LED lighting illuminates the needle area, while the manual cutter on the face plate trims the thread chain after sewing.
The safety system prevents sewing with a cover open, the presser foot raised or the air-threading mechanism engaged. Return the machine to its sewing setup before using the foot control. The carry handle, accessory box and dust cover help with storage between projects.
Included accessories
- Standard overlock foot fitted to the machine
- Large and small screwdrivers
- Double-ended spanner
- Tweezers
- Five Organ HAx1SP needles: two size 11 and three size 14
- Four thread nets
- Four large spool-holder caps
- Lint brush and oil
- Needle holder / spreader pin
- Spare upper knife
- Wire looper threader
- Accessory box
- Waste chip box
- Foot control
- Instruction book and instructional DVD
- Dust cover
Specialist feet and attachments for blind hems, piping, gathering and other techniques are optional and sold separately. Ask our friendly team to match the exact attachment to your machine and project.
Key specifications
- Threads
- Two, three or four
- Needles
- One or two
- Stitch options
- Overlocking, flatlocking and rolled hems
- Maximum speed
- 1,300 stitches per minute
- Stitch length
- 1–5 mm
- Cutting width
- 3.3–5.3 mm with right needle; 5.5–7.5 mm with left needle
- Differential feed ratio
- 0.5–2.0
- Feed dog
- Eight-piece
- Foot pressure
- Five-level dial
- Thread tension
- Manual lay-in dials
- Looper threading
- Air threading
- Needle threader
- Built in, with left/right selection
- Needle system
- HAx1SP ballpoint
- Upper knife
- Retractable by dial
- Two-thread converter
- Built in
- Bed
- Flatbed
- Weight
- 7.9 kg
- Machine size
- 374 mm wide × 280 mm high × 284 mm deep, including handwheel
Frequently asked questions
Does air threading also thread the needles?
No. Air threading handles the two loopers. Use the separate built-in needle threader for the left or right needle. The instruction book explains the sequence and selector settings.
Does it make coverstitch hems?
No. It makes overlocking stitches, flatlocking and rolled hems. It does not make coverstitch or chain stitch. Choose a coverstitch machine if you want that type of garment hem.
Can I use two threads?
Yes. The built-in converter supports two-thread stitching. Use the correct needle, converter position and thread settings for the stitch in the instruction book.
How do I make a rolled hem?
Use the chaining-finger switch and lower-looper pretension slider, then follow the manual’s needle and tension settings. Test on the same fabric as your project before sewing the hem.
Can I sew without cutting the fabric edge?
Yes. Lower the upper knife with its control dial for techniques that require it. Follow the book’s setup and keep the fabric clear of moving parts.
Why will the machine not sew after threading?
Check that the covers are closed, the presser foot is lowered and the air-threading mechanism has returned to its sewing position. These are part of the safety system. Consult the instruction book if the machine still will not run.
Where can I find the features and setup details?
Read Janome’s AirThread 2000D brochure. The supplied instruction book covers threading, stitch settings and care.
Choose the finish for your next project
Check the current price and availability, or contact our friendly team for help choosing an overlocker and its optional accessories.
| Number of Threads | 4 Threads |
|---|---|
| Overlocking Stitch | 4, 3, & 2 Thread |
| Rolled Hem | 3 Thread Rolled Hem |
| Air Threading | Yes |
| Adjustable Stitch Length | 1.0mm to 5.0mm |
| Adjustable Stitch Width | 3.3mm to 7.5mm |
| Adjustable Foot Pressure | 5 Point Dial |
| Looper Threader Switch | Yes |
| Sewing Speed | Up to 1300SPM |
| Type of Tension | Lay In (Dials) |
| Needle System | 15x1SP / HAx1SP (Ballpoint) |
| Accessory Box | Yes |
| Machine Cover | Dust Cover |
| Instruction Manual | Included |
| Instructional DVD | Included |
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