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BERNINA Q16 - machine head only


WHY BERNINA?
Simple. We offer over 125 years of renowned quality, innovative technology that produces perfect
stitches every time, a company that treats you like family and exclusive features engineered to make
quilting easier, faster, more convenient and more creative. If you want the best of the best from the
longarm people who aren’t going anywhere and who support their quilters at every turn, then you
want a BERNINA.
We know quilters. That’s why we’ve developed all the features you expect and nine more that exceed
your wildest dreams. Pay special attention to the exclusive innovations unique to BERNINA, created to
make your quilting life markedly better.


OVERVIEW

Throat space Q 24: 24"
Q 20: 20"
Q 16 (PLUS): 16"
Hook system M Class Rotary Hook
Maximum sewing speed (stitches per minute) 2200
Illumination of the full length of the free arm 50 LEDs
Presser foot lift Electronic
BERNINA Stitch Regulator functionality Dual Stitch Regulator
Product brochure – All information at a glance 
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BERNINA EXCLUSIVES

>BERNINA STITCH REGULATOR
Master hand-guided quilting quickly with the assistance of the integrated BERNINA Stitch Regulator, available on sit-down
and frame models. Keep your stitches even and consistent regardless of how simple or complex your quilt motif may be.
Both Q Series Longarm Machines are equipped with two internal, integrated BERNINA Stitch Regulators, one on each
side of the stitch hole in the needle plate, to allow for very precise sensing of the machine/fabric movement. This is the
first system with no mechanical encoders. The BERNINA Stitch Regulator is simple to activate and customizable using the
machine’s touch screen. A manual mode with no stitch regulation is also available.

>DIGITAL THREAD TENSION ADJUSTMENT

Electronically adjustable and numeric. Easily adjust thread tension and track settings for your favorite thread types and
combinations, no external tension assembly required.


>NO TOOLS REQUIRED FOR FOOT INSTALLATION/REMOVAL
It’s never been easier to be as creative as you want to be with BERNINA feet that utilize tool-less installation and removal.
It’s easy and convenient to swap out feet to achieve the exact stitch you need to complete your design.

>NEEDLE THREADER

No more struggles threading the needle. Let your BERNINA Q Series Longarm take care of that for you. Simple, easy, done!

>TWIN AND DOMESTIC MACHINE NEEDLE COMPATIBLE

No need for special needles that only work on one machine. Add convenience to the list of benefits as you utilize needles
you already use on your other sewing machines. Also, you can use a twin needle and the twin needle stitch plate to
achieve interesting ribbonlike effects. Or experiment with two colors or shades of thread to produce 3D effects.

>KICKSTART FUNCTION FOR QUILTING WITHOUT FOOT CONTROL

Available only on Q 20 Sit-down model
The KickStart function allows quilting in a continuous sewing mode without having to keep the foot control constantly
pressed.

>USER INTERFACE
BERNINA brings the best of the domestic machine world to longarm machines with a simple-to-navigate color touch screen.
Totally customizable, it includes useful functions, such as five user profiles, a stitch counter and built-in tutorials that assist
with threading the machine, oiling, winding the bobbin and other processes.

>INTEGRATED BOBBIN WINDER

The on-board bobbin winder (M Class bobbin) conveniently winds coordinating bobbin threads for projects, independent
of machine operation. The integrated, separately-running bobbin winder is just one of the many details that make this
machine unique.

>THREADING PATH

The well-positioned spool holders and forward threading path are easy to reach and simple to follow.





Optional machine accessories


Twin Needle Stitch Plate
Use a twin needle and the twin needle stitch
plate to achieve interesting ribbonlike effects.
Experiment with two colors or shades of thread
to produce 3D effects.

Compatible with BERNINA Free-motion Feet

• Embroidery foot #15
• Free-motion embroidery foot #24
• Drop-shaped embroidery foot #26
• Quilting foot #29
• Free-motion couching foot #43
• Echo-quilting and CutWork foot #44C
• Ruler foot #96
• Adjustable ruler foot #72
• Adjustable stippling foot #73








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BERNINA Q16 Longarm  Quilting Machine

  • 16" throat space for big quilt projects
  • Unique digital thread tension adjustment
  • Easy threading, independent bobbin winder
  • Quilting without foot control
  • Stitch Regulation for perfect stitches
"The perfect match
for Longarm lovers
like me" Amanda Murphy, Quilt and pattern designer


Small Spaces. Big Ideas.

The BERNINA Q16 is the smallest of the BERNINA longarm quilting machines with 16 inches of throat space and plenty of sewing space.

It can be paired with a standard or height-adjustable cabinet or with a foldable, height-adjustable table. The BERNINA Q 16 and Q 16 PLUS are compatible with the BERNINA Studio Frame if an upgrade to a Quilt Frame is desired.




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.


Fast threading and 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 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.
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Beautiful stitches every time

  • Achieve precise stitching results
  • Stitches are always consistent
  • Perfection is the new standard
With high-speed precision stitching up to 2.200 stitches per minute, you will complete more quilts quicker than ever.






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.

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.




9 Reasons for a BERNINA Longarm Quilting Machine

  • EASY TO USE NEEDLE THREADER
  • DIGITAL THREAD TENSION ADJUSTMENT
  • NO TOOLS REQUIRED FOOT INSTALLATION/REMOVAL
  • SIMPLE TO FOLLOW THREADING PATH
  • BERNINA STITCH REGULATOR
  • KICKSTART FUNCTION WITHOUT FOOT CONTROL
  • INTEGRATED BOBBIN WINDER
  • TWIN & DOMESTIC MACHINE NEEDLE
  • CUSTOMIZABLE COMPATIBLE USER INTERFACE