Bernina Catalog Information
Main Categories
In the machine overview on the left, sewing machines and embroidery machines are listed and divided into the main categories A, B, C, D, E and F. These categories indicate which accessories are compatible with which machine models. For space reasons, special models and models from category A are not listed in their entirety. Please contact us, we will be happy to help you choose accessories.
Numeric footer list
In addition to the machine overview, all presser feet and snap-in runners are numerically classified. This allows you to quickly find the presser foot you are looking for based on the corresponding presser foot number.
Example
- Find your model in the machine overview and note the category.
- Find the required accessories in the footer list or table of contents and check compatibility according to category.
Footer Information
BERNINA sewing machine presser feet are synonymous with precision and durability. They are easy to replace, and BERNINA has the right presser foot for every application. Sewing presser feet are divided into two types with different gripping holes:
All category A models in the accessories catalogue use feet with a 2-point grip hole.
All other models from categories B to F of the accessories catalogue use feet with a closed grip hole.
Closed-hole presser feet are divided into different types: For example, the No. 1/1C/1D reverse pattern foot for attractive decorative sewing
- These footers are identified by footer numbers
- For BERNINA sewing and embroidery machines with a maximum stitch width of 5.5 mm
- The letter "C" stands for "coded" presser foot and refers to the sensor that determines the stitch width on the sewing machine.
- For BERNINA sewing and embroidery machines with a maximum stitch width of 9 mm
- The foot plate is longer and wider than the foot with a maximum stitch width of 5.5 mm.
- The letter "C" stands for "coded" presser foot and refers to the sensor that determines the stitch width on the sewing machine.
- For BERNINA sewing and embroidery machines with a maximum stitch width of 9 mm
- The foot plate is longer and wider than the foot with a maximum stitch width of 5.5 mm.
- The letter "D" stands for "Dual Feed". Presser feet "D" are used with the BERNINA Dual Feed system. The presser foot has a recess at the back for Dual Feed.
- For BERNINA sewing and embroidery machines with a maximum stitch width of 9 mm
- The foot skid is reinforced with 2 handles for better stability
Additional distinguishing features of buttonhole feet
- The letter "A" indicates automatic sewing of a 5.5 mm buttonhole
- For BERNINA sewing and embroidery machines with a maximum stitch width of 5.5 and 9 mm
- Variable hole length up to 30 mm
- The machine measures the length of the hole (mm) using a sensor and completes it automatically
- The letter "B" denotes semi-automatic buttonhole sewing
- For BERNINA sewing and embroidery machines with a maximum stitch width of 5.5 and 9 mm
- Variable hole length up to 30 mm
- The machine measures the length of the buttonhole (number of stitches) and finishes it step by step
Comprehensive information, including videos and useful application tips, can be found on our website www.bernina.com