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'''Tajima''' is a manufacturer of single and multi-head [[embroidery machines]].  The Tajima embroidery machine company is based out of Japan.  Tajima is one of the most well-known brands in embroidery machine manufacturing. Tokai Industrial Sewing Machines Co. LTD was the original manufactures of the machines distributed by Tajima.
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'''Tajima''' is a manufacturer of single and multi-head [[Industrial/Commercial_Embroidery_Machine|embroidery machines]].  The Tajima embroidery machine company is based out of Japan.  Tajima is one of the most well-known brands in embroidery machine manufacturing. Tokai Industrial Sewing Machines Co. LTD was the original manufactures of the machines distributed by Tajima.


Tajima Embroidery Machines (China) Co., Ltd. was established in 2001 in Jieyang, Guangdong, China, to manufacture machines in China.  
Tajima Embroidery Machines (China) Co., Ltd. was established in 2001 in Jieyang, Guangdong, China, to manufacture machines in China.  
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==Other Equipment==
==Other Equipment==
In addition to Tajima producing single and multi-head embroidery machines, Tajima also produces chenille machines, and machines with sequin devices.
In addition to Tajima producing single and multi-head embroidery machines, Tajima also produces chenille machines (TMCE), and machines with sequin devices.
 
The also make Lock Stitch machines (TMLG) and Laser Cut machines (TLFD)


==Software Extensions==
==Software Extensions==
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==Embroidery Machines==
==Embroidery Machines==
===TMEX-C / TMFX Series===
Tajima has been building embroidery machines for many years.  Some of the models include:
{{Infobox machineType
===Tajima TMM Series===
| embSeries = TMFX/TMEX-C
The [[Tajima TMM]] series were a [[Melco]] and Tajima joint collaboration machine.
| embName = Tajima
 
| embCompanyImage = Tmfx-c902.jpg
[[Tajima TMM|read more about The Tajima TMM Series]]...
| embCompanyImageDesc = An early model TMFX-C902 machine
 
| embSeriesYears = 1990 - 20xx
===Tajima TMEF Series===
| embSeriesHeads = 1, 2, 4, 6, 8
[[File:Tajima TMEF-H620.jpg|right|thumb|alt=Tajima TMEF-H620 6 head flat machine|Tajima TMEF-H620 6 head flat machine]]
| embSeriesNeedles = 9, 12, 15
The [[Tajima TMEF]] were flat machines besides a few exception models.
| embSeriesInput = Floppy, Serial, Parallel, [[FloppyToUSB]]
 
}}
TMEF came in several different models such as the TMEF-HCG, TMEF-S, etc.
[[File:Tmfx_usb2.jpg |thumb|left|alt=Tajima TMEX-C / TMFX Control Panel with optional [[FloppyToUSB]] installed|Tajima TMEX-C / TMFX Control Panel with optional [[FloppyToUSB]] installed]]
 
The Tajima TMFX model has been one of the longest produced models of the Tajima embroidery machine series.  
TMEF machines are [[Embroidery_Machine_Legend#Bridge_Type|bridge type]] embroidery machines.
 
[[Tajima TMEF|read more about The Tajima TMEF Series]]...
 
===Tajima TME-HC Series===
The [[Tajima TME-HC]] models came in 6 and 9 needles.


{{for|the Tajima TMFX machine electronics info|Tajima TMFX Electronics}}
[[Tajima TME-HC|read more about The Tajima TME-HC Series]]...


''For the Tajima TMFX user manual see [http://www.plrelectronics.com/lab/Tajima/Manual/tajima_tmfx_instructions.php Tajima TMFX User Manual]''
===Tajima TMEX & Tajima TMFX Series===
[[File:Tajima_TMEX-C1501.jpg |thumb|right|alt=Tajima TMEX-C1501 15 needle single head|Tajima TMEX-C1501 15 needle single head]]
The [[Tajima TMEX & Tajima TMFX]] are probably the most popular Tajimas available.  These models have been produced since 1990 till around 2000.


Tajima claims the TMEX-C machine was The World First with Wide Cap Frame.  ''"The WORLD FIRST!  The wide cap frame drastically expands your embroidery repertoire to include everything from designs on the front of the cap to designs that extends to the wide panels.  It opens up unlimited possibilities for creative cap embroidery and for significant imporments in added value."''
The Tajima TMEX & Tajima TMFX Series are [[Embroidery_Machine_Legend#Bridge_Type|Bridge Type]] (not [[Embroidery_Machine_Legend#Arm_Type|Arm Type]]) embroidery machine.


A very small percentage (less than 5%) of the TMFX and TMEX machines used narrow height floppy disk drives.  The narrow height floppy disk drives have long been discontinued.  Only regular sized floppy drives and floppy to USB drives can be used to replace the old 3 1/2 floppy drives on these machines.  This means a very few amount of the TMFX control panels must be slight enlarged at the floppy drive port when accommodating these newer style drives.
The Tajima TMEX & Tajima TMFX are smaller commercial embroidery machines ideal for shops needing 8 heads and under.


The Tajima TMFX and TMEX share very similar, almost identical, control panels.
{{Popular Tajima TMEX & Tajima TMFX Series Machines}}


====1990-20xx====
[[Tajima TMEX & Tajima TMFX|read more about The Tajima TMEX & Tajima TMFX Series]]...
In 1990 Tajima released the TMFX series embroidery machine.  The TMFX models came in both single head and multi-head versions.  The first TMFX model was the TMFX-C901 model which was a nine needle single head embroidery machine. The machine had automatic color change and automatic trimmers. The single head and dual head models both had removable bases.  


====1995====
===Tajima TME-DC Series===
In 1995 Tajima released the TMEX-C embroidery machine.  The TMEX-C was designed to replace the single head TMFX model.
The [[Tajima TME-DC]] is an upgrade from the TME-HC workhorse .


Tajima only used the TMFX model as a single head for a very short period.  The single head was then commonly known as the TMEX-C machine which was basically a one head version of the TMFX.
The Tajima TME-DC series is an [[Industrial/Commercial_Embroidery_Machine#Arm_Type|Arm Type]] (not [[Industrial/Commercial_Embroidery_Machine#Bridge_Type|Bridge Type]]) embroidery machine.


==== TMEX-C / TMFX Specifications ====
[[Tajima TME-DC|read more about The Tajima TME-DC Series]]...


{{for|the Tajima TMFX machine dimension info|Embroidery Machine Dimensions}}
===Tajima TMFD Series===
The [[Tajima TMFD]] machine was a very popular machine known for its high output. The TMFD machines can be found in very large embroidery factories.


<center>
The Tajima TMFD are [[Industrial/Commercial_Embroidery_Machine#Bridge_Type|Bridge Type]] (not [[Industrial/Commercial_Embroidery_Machine#Arm_Type|Arm Type]]) embroidery machine.
{| class="wikitable sortable"
|-
! Model !! Heads !! Needles !! EMB Space / Head !! Max SPM !! Pwr Cons. !! Years !! Color
|-
| TMEX-C901 || 1 || 9 || 280 x 500mm || 1200 || 400W || 1995-1996 || Green
|-
| TMEX-C1201 || 1|| 12 || 280 x 500mm || 1200 ||    || 1996-1999 || White
|-
| TMEX-C1501 || 1|| 15 || 280 x 500mm || 1200 ||    || 1999-2007 || White
|-
| TMFX-C901 || 1 || 9 ||              ||      ||    || 1990-1992 || Green
|-
| TMFX-C902 || 2 || 9 ||              ||      ||    || 1990-1994 || Green
|-
| TMFX-C904 || 4 || 9 ||              ||      ||    || 1990-1992 || Green
|-
| TMFX-C906 || 6 || 9 ||              ||      ||    || 1990-1994 || Green
|-
| TMFX-C902 || 2 || 9 ||              ||      ||    || 1995-1997 || White
|-
| TMFX-C904 || 4 || 9 ||              ||      ||    || 1995-1997 || White
|-
| TMFX-C906 || 6 || 9 ||              ||      ||    || 1995-1997 || White
|-
| TMFXC-1202 || 2 || 12 ||              ||      ||    || 1996-2001 || White
|-
| TMFXC-1204 || 4 || 12 ||              ||      ||    || 1996-2001 || White
|-
| TMFXC-1206 || 6 || 12 ||              ||      ||    || 1996-2001 || White
|-
| TMFXC-1502 || 2 || 15 ||              ||      ||    || 2002-2010 || White
|-
| TMFXC-1504 || 4 || 15 ||              ||      ||    || 2002-2010 || White
|-
| TMFXC-1506 || 6 || 15 ||              ||      ||    || 2002-2010 || White
|}
</center>


{{Infobox machineType
The TMFD machine was the Bridge Type equivalent to the [[Tajima TME-DC]]
| embSeries = TME-HC
| embName = Tajima
| embCompanyImage = tajimaLogo.png
| embCompanyImageDesc = TME-HC912
| embSeriesYears = 1990 - 1994
| embSeriesHeads = 4, 6, 12, 15, 20
| embSeriesNeedles = 6, 9
| embSeriesInput = Serial, Parallel, [[FloppyToUSB]]
}}


[[Tajima TMFD|read more about The Tajima TMFD Series]]...


===TME-HC Series===
===Tajima TEHX Series===
In 1990 Tajima released the TME-HC series embroidery machine.  The TME-HC did not come with a floppy disk drive and only came with ports for external readers such as an external paper tape reader or Floppy Drive.  The machine came in options of 4,6, 12, 15 or 20 heads.  The machine only had manually removable table tops (nothing automatic).  The machine was only available as 6 or 9 needles.
The [[Tajima TEHX]]
[[File:Tajima TME-HC904-1991-A.jpg|thumb|left|alt=Tajima TME-HC904 First Generation with separate pretension bar|Tajima TME-HC904 First Generation with separate pretension bar]]
====1990-1992====
In 1990 Tajima released their first TME-HC model.  The original HC models had mechanical thread break detectors that ran off a mechanical cam system.  When the machine made a color change, the lob of the cam would physically close the thread break detection circuit.  The HC models from this era had pretension knobs apart from the heads located in front of the mechanical thread break detection system.
[[File:BORDADORA-TAJIMA-TME-HC-CABEZAS-9-HILOS.jpg|thumb|left|alt=Tajima TME-HC912 Second Generation with attached pretension |Tajima TME-HC912 Second Generation with attached pretension]]
====1993-1994====
The TME-HC machines released after 1992 came with standard [[DU-10]] power boxes for the X and Y card.  Each head was equipped with individual thread break boards and sensors, replacing the original HC design.  The machines from this era looked much more like their predecessor, the TME-DC.  The last TME-HC machine was produced in 1994.
==== TME-HC Specifications ====


{{for|the Tajima TME-HC machine dimension info|Embroidery Machine Dimensions}}
[[Tajima TEHX|read more about The Tajima TEHX Series]]...


<center>
===Tajima NEO (TEJT-C) Series ===
{| class="wikitable sortable"
[[File:Tajima_NEO_FULL.jpg|right|thumb|alt=Tajima NEO|Tajima NEO]]
|-
The [[Tajima NEO]] is the only table-top, compact machine ever made by Tajima. The [[Tajima NEO|NEO]] is an entry-level machine in the Tajima lineup of embroidery machines. The first Tajima [[Tajima NEO|NEO]] was manufactured in 2002.
! Model !! Heads !! Needles !! EMB Space / Head !! Max SPM !! Pwr Cons. !! Years !! Color
|-
| TME-HC606 (G1) || 6 || 6 || emb Space || SPM || POWEW || 1990-1992 || Green
|-
| TME-HC612 (G1) || 12 || 6 || emb Space || SPM || POWEW || 1990-1992 || Green
|-
| TME-HC904 (G1) || 4 || 9 || emb Space || SPM || POWEW || 1990-1992 || Green
|-
| TME-HC906 (G1) || 6 || 9 || emb Space || SPM || POWEW || 1990-1992 || Green
|-
| TME-HC912 (G1) || 12 || 9 || emb Space || SPM || POWEW || 1990-1992 || Green
|-
| TME-HC906 (G2) || 6 || 9 || emb Space || SPM || POWEW || 1993-1994 || Green
|-
| TME-HC912 (G2) || 12 || 9 || emb Space || SPM || POWEW || 1993-1994 || Green
|-
|}
</center>


{{Infobox machineType
[[Tajima NEO|read more about The Tajima NEO Series]]...
| embSeries = TME-DC
| embName = Tajima
| embCompanyImage = tajimaLogo.png
| embCompanyImageDesc = A Tajima TME-DC912 Green model
| embSeriesYears = 1994 - 20xx
| embSeriesHeads = 6 - 20
| embSeriesNeedles = 9 - 15
| embSeriesInput = Floppy, Serial, Parallel, [[FloppyToUSB]]
}}


===TME-DC Series===
===Tajima TFHX-IIC Series===
In 1994 Tajima released the TME-DC series embroidery machine.  [[File:Dc912.jpg |thumb|left|alt=Tajima TME-DC912 model circa 1994|Tajima TME-DC912 model circa 1994]]
The [[Tajima TFHX-IIC]]
The Tajima TME-DC was the next model up from the TME-HC model produced the previous years before.  Unlile the TME-HC machine, the Tajima TME-DC models came standard with a Floppy Disk Drive.  The Tajima DC series also came with upgraded control panel, motors, and motor controllers.  Many models of the Tajima DC also came with Hydraulic Tables but, standard removable table tops were still available on some for a lesser price.  The Tajima TME-DC models were available in 6, 12, 15 and 20 heads.  The early machines built in the early and mid 1990s were mostly 9 needles.  Around year 2000 most all models were standard 12 needles.
====1994-20xx====


==== TME-DC Specifications ====
[[Tajima TFHX-IIC|read more about The Tajima TFHX-IIC Series]]...


{{for|the Tajima TME-DC machine dimension info|Embroidery Machine Dimensions}}
===Tajima TFMX-C  Series===
The [[Tajima TFMX-C]]


<center>
[[Tajima TFMX-C|read more about The Tajima TFMX-C Series]]...
{| class="wikitable sortable"
|-
! Model !! Heads !! Needles !! EMB Space / Head !! Max SPM !! Pwr Cons. !! Years !! Color
|-
| TME-DC906 (G1) || 6 || 9 || emb Space || SPM || POWEW || 1994-1996 || Green
|-
| TME-DC912 (G1) || 12 || 9 || emb Space || SPM || POWEW || 1994-1996 || Green
|}
</center>


==Buying==
===Tajima TEMX-C (NEO Plus) Series===
Tajima embroidery machines are probably one of the best machines on the market.  They are more expensive that most all competing models but, they are very solidly built and have a good resell market.  There are a lot of [[embroidery machine technicians]] available world wide and parts are pretty easy to find even for older models.
The [[Tajima_NEO#TEMX-C_.28Neo_Plus.29_Series|Tajima TEMX-C]] or, Neo Plus Series was introduced in early 2008.  It is an addition to the NEO machine.


==See also==
[[Tajima_NEO#TEMX-C_.28Neo_Plus.29_Series|read more about The Tajima TEMX-C Series]]...
*[[FloppyToUSB]]
*[[Tajima TMFX Electronics]]


==References==
===Electronics===
{{Reflist|2}}
Some information on the electronics of the Tajima Embroidery Equipment can be found at the [[Tajima Electronics]] page.


==External links==
{{tajimaFooter}}
*''[[PLRElectronics]]'' - [http://www.plrelectronics.com/lab/Tajima/Manual/tajima_tmfx_instructions.php Tajima TMFX User Manual]
*''[[FloppyToUSB]]'' - [http://www.FloppyToUSB.com Floppy To USB Convertor]

Latest revision as of 21:06, 29 March 2022

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Tajima is a manufacturer of single and multi-head embroidery machines. The Tajima embroidery machine company is based out of Japan. Tajima is one of the most well-known brands in embroidery machine manufacturing. Tokai Industrial Sewing Machines Co. LTD was the original manufactures of the machines distributed by Tajima.

Tajima Embroidery Machines (China) Co., Ltd. was established in 2001 in Jieyang, Guangdong, China, to manufacture machines in China.

Tajima has produced embroidery machines with 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 15, 20 and 24 heads. In The United States most Tajima models are 1, 2, 4, 6 and 12 head. Most the 8 head machines and machines larger than 12 heads were more common in other countries. Very few 8 heads can be found in the United States but are much more common in Asian countries. Tajima has produced machines with 1, 3, 4, 6, 9, 12 and 15 needles. Machines with 6 needles are common in the very early 1990s. 9 needle machines became popular during the mid 1990s. Late 1990s to around 2010 most machines were 12 needles. 15 needle machines are standard now. Tajima machines with less than 6 needles are generally specialty machines.

History, origin and sales

The Tajima embroidery machine company rose to popularity in the United States between the very late 1980s and the very early 1990s. The early model Tajimas produced till around 1996 had a greenish color scheme. Around 1996, Tajima machines changed from the light green color scheme (with dark green logo) to their more common white color scheme with a green, pink and blue logo. Tajima, along with Barudan of Japan, became a top two embroidery machine maker in the USA. Both Barudan and Tajima continue to be the two leading makers of embroidery machines for the United States market.

Tajima continues to lead sales in most of the west and south of the USA whereas Barudan leads sales in the north and east. Most of the rest of the United States is evenly divided among the two major embroidery machines (Tajima and Barudan). Tajimas are more commonly seen around Mexico and most of Central America whereas Barudan tends to lead sales in countries such as Colombia, Peru, Venezuela. Countries such as Argentina, Canada, Brazil, and Chile are divided among both Tajima and Barudan for popularity rights.

Tajimas machines original ran off paper punch cards from the 1970s till the 1980s when they were replaced by paper tape. Paper tape was soon replaced by floppy drives. Most all Tajima machines today are now run off USB drives.

Other Equipment

In addition to Tajima producing single and multi-head embroidery machines, Tajima also produces chenille machines (TMCE), and machines with sequin devices.

The also make Lock Stitch machines (TMLG) and Laser Cut machines (TLFD)

Software Extensions

Tajima DST (.dst) is the most common software extension for Tajima software and machines. However, Tajima uses several other embroidery software formats. Tajima DST is the most common embroidery format found.

Embroidery Machines

Tajima has been building embroidery machines for many years. Some of the models include:

Tajima TMM Series

The Tajima TMM series were a Melco and Tajima joint collaboration machine.

read more about The Tajima TMM Series...

Tajima TMEF Series

Tajima TMEF-H620 6 head flat machine
Tajima TMEF-H620 6 head flat machine

The Tajima TMEF were flat machines besides a few exception models.

TMEF came in several different models such as the TMEF-HCG, TMEF-S, etc.

TMEF machines are bridge type embroidery machines.

read more about The Tajima TMEF Series...

Tajima TME-HC Series

The Tajima TME-HC models came in 6 and 9 needles.

read more about The Tajima TME-HC Series...

Tajima TMEX & Tajima TMFX Series

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Tajima TMEX-C1501 15 needle single head

The Tajima TMEX & Tajima TMFX are probably the most popular Tajimas available. These models have been produced since 1990 till around 2000.

The Tajima TMEX & Tajima TMFX Series are Bridge Type (not Arm Type) embroidery machine.

The Tajima TMEX & Tajima TMFX are smaller commercial embroidery machines ideal for shops needing 8 heads and under.

Some of the more popular Tajima TMEX and TMFX models are:

  • TMEX-C1201 - Single head 12 needle. Found a lot in malls.
  • TMEX-C1501 - Same as the 1201 version but 15 needles
  • TMFX-C1204 - 4 head machine ideal for small shops
  • TMFX-C1206 - Like the 4 head model. Found in small and large shops.
  • TMFXC-II1506

read more about The Tajima TMEX & Tajima TMFX Series...

Tajima TME-DC Series

The Tajima TME-DC is an upgrade from the TME-HC workhorse .

The Tajima TME-DC series is an Arm Type (not Bridge Type) embroidery machine.

read more about The Tajima TME-DC Series...

Tajima TMFD Series

The Tajima TMFD machine was a very popular machine known for its high output. The TMFD machines can be found in very large embroidery factories.

The Tajima TMFD are Bridge Type (not Arm Type) embroidery machine.

The TMFD machine was the Bridge Type equivalent to the Tajima TME-DC

read more about The Tajima TMFD Series...

Tajima TEHX Series

The Tajima TEHX

read more about The Tajima TEHX Series...

Tajima NEO (TEJT-C) Series

Tajima NEO
Tajima NEO

The Tajima NEO is the only table-top, compact machine ever made by Tajima. The NEO is an entry-level machine in the Tajima lineup of embroidery machines. The first Tajima NEO was manufactured in 2002.

read more about The Tajima NEO Series...

Tajima TFHX-IIC Series

The Tajima TFHX-IIC

read more about The Tajima TFHX-IIC Series...

Tajima TFMX-C Series

The Tajima TFMX-C

read more about The Tajima TFMX-C Series...

Tajima TEMX-C (NEO Plus) Series

The Tajima TEMX-C or, Neo Plus Series was introduced in early 2008. It is an addition to the NEO machine.

read more about The Tajima TEMX-C Series...

Electronics

Some information on the electronics of the Tajima Embroidery Equipment can be found at the Tajima Electronics page.

Tajima Legend

Tajima used several codes in their models that described basic features of the machines. The letters in the model number usually

TME
Machines with TME in their model without any other letters (numbers only) is a very late 1970s - 1990 flat only machine.
TME-C
Predecessor to the TME, a Tajima machine with a C in it represents Cylinder (tubular) embroidery. Therefore machines with the letter C in their model, have removable tables.
TME-HC, TMEF-H, H
Models with H in their model have the H model control panels. A TME-HC is an Arm Type machine with removable tables and the H model control panel. A TMEF-H machine is a flat machine with the H model control panel.
TMEF
Machines with the F code are Bridge Machine (not arm type). If there are not more letter codes then this machine is a flat only machine (does not to tubular or caps).
TMM
TMM machines were collaboration Melco and Tajima machines. These machines have a Melco control panel/keyboard.

Tajima Years, Date or Age

The year of the Tajima machine can usually be found on a sticker behind the machines control panel or power boxes. These years are usually the year that the machines electronics were Quality Control checked at the Japan factory. The months listed on these stickers will probably be different. It usually took about 3 months from production to delivery to the original customers location. Later models had the production year stamped on the data plate.

If the machine is old and does not have a sticker, then the machine is probably older than 1990.

Buying

Tajima embroidery machines are probably one of the best machines on the market. They are more expensive that most all competing models but, they are very solidly built and have a good resell market. There are a lot of embroidery machine technicians available world wide and parts are pretty easy to find even for older models.

Selling

TheEmbroideryWarehouse buys and sells most every make and model of Tajima embroidery machines located within the continental USA. They also purchase parts, parts machines, salvage machines and most everything else related to embroidery equipment.

Repairs

See also

External links

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