Full 16” of throat depth provides more than 3 times the quilting space of domestic sewing machines, with over 8” of vertical space
Smooth table surface assures even quilting
Speeds up to 1500 precision stitches-per-minute
TruStitch Ready (Handi Quilters exclusive stitch-regulation for HQ Sweet Sixteen)
High-speed rotary hook with large capacity “M”-class bobbin
Hopping foot prevents fabric movement during a full-stitch cycle
Handles any thread: cotton, polyester, rayon, metallics, holographic, etc. Use larger threads for bobbin work
Set your top speed using the intuitive adjustable color-touch screen. Save your preferred speed settings with 3 customizable pre-sets. You can save one speed setting for slow, controlled quilting, one for free-motion and yet another for fast all-over designs
Change needles easily with Thumb Screw Needle Screw
Use Half-Stitch for basting or walking stitch
Responsive foot pedal with half-stitch control
Innovative Light Ring illuminates the quilting area with 28 LEDS
Use HQ Rulers for perfect stitch-in-the-ditch and curved quilting lines
Adjustable Color-Touch Screen includes:
Customizable speed control with 3 customizable settings
Stitch counters: Lifetime and resettable Trip Meter
Serial # display
Hardware and software info
Diagnostics
Volume control
Calculator
Easy setup and take-down
Can be updated to a stand-up machine if desired
ETL - US , Canada , Australia and Europe safety approval