Bernina Q16 with table or frame
The Bernina Q 16 is a high-quality, long-arm quilting machine designed for home use. It features a spacious 16-inch throat space and a 9-inch high arm, making it easy to handle even large projects. With a maximum stitching speed of 2,000 stitches per minute, the Q 16 allows you to work quickly and efficiently. It also includes advanced features such as a built-in needle threader and thread tension control, making it easy to get the perfect stitch every time. Plus, the Q 16 comes with Bernina’s legendary Swiss engineering and a 20-year warranty, ensuring that it will be a reliable and beloved addition to your sewing room for years to come.
3 different table options:
- Standard Folding Table
- Koala Cabinet
- Horn Lift Table
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Tutorial: Using The Bernina Q16
The Bernina Q 16 is a high-quality, long-arm quilting machine designed for home use. It features a spacious 16-inch throat space and a 9-inch high arm, making it easy to handle even large projects. With a maximum stitching speed of 2,000 stitches per minute, the Q 16 allows you to work quickly and efficiently. It also includes advanced features such as a built-in needle threader and thread tension control, making it easy to get the perfect stitch every time. Plus, the Q 16 comes with Bernina’s legendary Swiss engineering and a 20-year warranty, ensuring that it will be a reliable and beloved addition to your sewing room for years to come.
Bernina Q16 Features:
- 16“ throat space for large quilt projects
- Unique digital thread tension adjustment
- Quilting without foot control
- Stitch Regulation for perfect stitches
- Easy threading, independent bobbin winder
- Precise stitches no matter which speed
- Three different modes for full flexibility
- Simple customization via touch screen
- Simple-to-navigate touch screen
- Built-in tutorials offer full assistance
3 Different Table Options:
- Standard Folding Table
- Koala Cabinet
- Horn Lift Table
2 Studio Frame Options (5 foot or 10 foot):
Hand-Guided Quilting Made Easy
- Precise regulated stitches (in BSR mode)
- Four different modes for full flexibility
- Simple customization via touch screen
Thanks to the integrated Bernina Longarm Stitch Regulator you achieve perfect stitches at equal-length no matter which speed you move the fabric. A manual mode with no stitch regulation is also available.
Unique User Interface
- Simple-to-navigate touch screen
- Individual settings for full comfort
- Built-in tutorials offer full assistance
Totally customizable, the user interface includes useful functions, such as five user profiles, a stitch counter, and built-in tutorials regarding maintenance.
Quilting Without The Foot Control
- Fatigue-free quilting whenever you like
- Enjoy full comfort and relax your foot
- Perfect for creating large projects
The KickStart function allows you to quilt continuously without having to hold down the foot control. The KickStart function can be easily activated or deactivated via touch screen.
Fast Threading & Winding
- Threading becomes a child’s play
- Enjoy comfort all the way
- Wind your own bobbin in no time
The well-positioned spool holders and forward threading path are easy to reach and simple to follow. The on-board bobbin winder makes it convenient to wind your own bobbins.
Unique Thread Tension Control
- Adjust thread tension digitally
- Tension release for threading ease
- No external tension assembly required
The exclusive tension system features numeric tension settings making it very easy to use a wide range of thread types with success, no external tension assembly required.
Beautiful Stitches Every Time
- Achieve precise stitching results
- Stitches are always consistent
- Perfection is the new standard
With high-speed precision stitching, you will complete more quilts quicker than ever.
Comfortable Quilting Has Priority
- 8-way, fully-adjustable handles
- Quilt in your preferred position
- Adapt position to any quilting method
The most frequently used functions are right at your fingertips. Fully-adjustable 8-way handles offer comfort, whether stitching edge-to-edge or custom motifs, reducing any potential fatigue. Simply quilt in your preferred position.
Ergonomics Matter
- Full operation from the front
- Adjustable frame height
- Easy manual needle positioning
The machine can be fully operated from the front. Adjust the frame height to your personal preference. Dual handwheels (front and back) allow for easy manual needle positioning.
Working With Bright Lights
- Naturally illuminated working area
- Sufficient lighting even in darker rooms
- Perfect illumination of the quilting area
50 bright LED lights along the throat space of the machine and above the needle illuminate the quilt for enhanced visibility.
Bernina Q16 Specifications:
| Bernina stitch regulator | Dual Stitch Regulator |
|---|---|
| Bobbin thread indicator | ✓ |
| Color touch screen | 4.3″ |
| Hook system | M Class Rotary Hook |
| Led lighting | 50 LEDs |
| Maximum sewing speed | 2,000 spm |
| Maximum stitch length | 25.4 mm |
| Needle threader | ✓ |
| On-board bobbin winder | ✓ |
| Presser foot lift | Electronic |
| Software uptdateable | ✓ |
| Thread tension | Numerically/digitally-adjustable |
| Throat space | 16.5″ |
| Upper thread break sensor | ✓ |
| User profiles | 5 |
All Bernina machines are backed by a warranty ensuring the mechanical and electrical components of the machine in case of any fault.
Learn more about the Bernina Q16 and other Bernina sewing machines by visiting one of our locations. Bernina is a strongly trusted brand known and loved by the Rocky Mountain Sewing and Vacuum community.
We are Colorado’s most trusted sewing machine experts, with stores located in the Denver-metro area, including Littleton, Aurora, Arvada and Colorado Springs. Our experts are happy to walk you through the specifics of this product. Find a location near you today!