NC Carpet Binding & Equipment just dropped its second new machine of the year—the NC14L—and if you’re in the business of high-end auto interiors, aircraft cabins, or marine upholstery, this is one you’ll want to pay attention to.
Last week, NC made waves with the launch of the NC18L, an 18” single needle long arm designed for power and precision. Now, they’re keeping that momentum going with the NC14L, a twin needle French seam machine that adds even more flexibility to the lineup.
To put it to the test before the official launch, NC asked Chris McClintock of Bux Customs in Pottstown, Pennsylvania, to give it a go. Chris runs one of the most respected custom auto upholstery shops in the country—and he’s not easy to impress.
“First try, first experience went well,” Chris said. “We just got two pieces of leather, we used a skiver and skived it down. We got the French seam to lay nice. It definitely has good power. It felt nice, it was very smooth… it really doesn’t feel like I’m on a long arm at all, I mean honestly. So this is just like a bonus 4 inches. It doesn’t feel like anything stretched out.”
Chris and his team spent a day with the NC14L, putting it through its paces—and they walked away impressed with the power, build quality, and smooth operation. In his words:
“It’s definitely a heavier duty machine… feels like it still has the same bones of the NC1508 or NC1510 platform. We’re pretty much just kind of running it through and without getting too carried away with it, everything looks nice.”
Built for the Work You Actually Do
The NC14L is tailor-made for French seams, and thanks to its twin needle design with a split needle bar, it delivers clean, consistent stitch lines even on the trickiest curves. You can easily disengage one needle when you hit tight corners or intricate panel work—no need to stop and swap out machines or reconfigure your setup.
The compound walking foot feeds top and bottom layers evenly, which means no more slippage or skewed stitches when you’re sewing through thick leather, layered vinyl, or foam-backed materials. Add in a 16mm foot lift and a 9mm stitch length, and you’ve got serious control and power under the hood.
Fully Loaded—and Ready to Roll
Each NC14L ships fully assembled, tested, and mounted on a servo motor workstation with a solid wood top that’s made right here in the USA. Just plug it in and get to work—no guesswork, no setup headaches.
One feature we love? The top-mounted foot control knob. This lets you make pressure adjustments on the fly, which comes in handy when transitioning across seams of different thicknesses. It’s a small detail that makes a big difference during long production runs.
Designed With You in Mind
Whether you’re sewing seat bolsters in an Escalade, crafting curved window panels for a yacht, or stitching custom aviation interiors, the NC14L is made for serious professionals who need flexibility, reliability, and clean stitchwork—without the fluff.
It’s not just tough—it’s smart. The layout is intuitive, maintenance is minimal, and it’s backed by NC’s trusted customer support and warranty. That’s the kind of backup you want when you’re on a deadline and the pressure’s on.
The Bottom Line
The NC14L isn’t just another machine—it’s a full-service solution for shops that demand precision and power. Coming on the heels of the NC18L launch, this second release of the year proves NC is listening to what pros actually need: long arm machines that are thoughtfully engineered, job-site ready, and built to last.
And with respected builders like Chris McClintock putting it through real-world conditions and giving it a thumbs-up, you know it’s built to handle serious work.
If your projects call for clean French seams, heavy materials, and detailed craftsmanship, the NC14L will deliver—every time.
To learn more about NC Carpet Binding & Equipment and check out their high-quality sewing machines, including the all-new NC14L and NC18L, visit N-CCarpet.com and follow them on Instagram. Also don’t forget to tune in to their Podcast “NC Shop Talk.”
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