BERNINA 990
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- Fast shipping from Swiss warehouse
- NEW 356 mm space to the right of the needle
- NEW 10" touchscreen with help centre
- NEW BERNINA placement scanner & camera
- NEW Giant embroidery hoop (410 x 305 mm)
- NEW Integrated BERNINA stitch regulator
CHF 14,995.00
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Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
BERNINA 990 - simply magical
More space than ever before
- 356 mm space to the right of the needle
- Large 10-inch touchscreen
- Giant embroidery with the Giant embroidery hoop
The B 990 has a solidly constructed extended free arm with 356 mm of space to the right of the needle. The giant embroidery hoop (410 x 305 mm) offers you plenty of space for large, beautiful sewing, quilting and embroidery projects.
Preview stitches & embroidery designs
- BERNINA placement scanner & camera
- Preview when placing patterns
- Needle area live on the screen
With the new BERNINA placement scanner and camera, you can scan the embroidery hoop and view the needle area on the screen while sewing and embroidering. Scan the hooped project to preview how your motifs will look with the selected thread colour and motif size. You can transfer the scanned background to the optional BERNINA Embroidery Software 9.
Automatic needle threading
- Ready to sew in no time
- Threading at the touch of a button
- Simply convenient
The automatic needle threader makes it easy to get started and guarantees a simple change of sewing thread. Sewing and embroidery needles from a size of 70 can be threaded automatically.
Laser-sharp positioning
- Laser in every needle position
- Indicates exact needle insertion point
- Precision from A to Z
Enjoy precision through exact needle placement for perfect projects. The pinpoint BERNINA laser always shows you the exact stitching point in every needle position when sewing and embroidering.
Integrated stitch regulator
- Integrated BERNINA stitch regulator
- Suitable for Ruler Work
- Works with all quilting presser feet & accessories
Simply attach the supplied BERNINA 5.5 mm BISR stitch plate with sensor and the quilting foot of your choice to achieve perfect quilting stitches of exactly the same length at variable sewing speeds. Thanks to the innovative BERNINA Integrated Stitch Regulator (BISR), automatic stitch regulation is now possible for all quilting applications including Ruler Work.
Stitch plates are recognised automatically
- Insert the stitch plate and start sewing
- Additional safety function
- Three stitch plates included
The B 990 automatically recognises the stitch plate as soon as it is attached to the machine. If the stitch plate is not compatible with the selected stitch pattern, needle or presser foot, the machine will not sew as an additional safety measure.
Select or create a suitable stitch
- A total of 2927 stitch patterns
- Change size from 25 to 500
- Create customised stitches
With just one click, the B 990 transforms your motif into a stitch pattern or changes existing stitches according to your wishes. Change the size of each stitch from 25 % to 500 % with the new jumbo stitch. Undo and redo sewing steps. Create your own stitches with the Stitch Designer by drawing your ideas directly on the touch screen.
Your guide on the screen
- Instructions for use, tutorials, etc.
- Search in the help centre
- Connect via tablet or smartphone
In the Help Centre you will find frequently searched instructions and information, the user manual and the sewing advisor for various techniques. You can even connect the Help Centre to your personal device (tablet or smartphone) with WiFi compatibility by simply scanning the QR code on the screen.
Gigantic embroidery
- Large embroidery area of 410 x 305 mm
- Embroidery hoop with ergonomic twist lock
- Perfect for large quilts
With the new Giant embroidery hoop and the extra-large embroidery area of 410 x 305 mm, you can embroider an entire 12-inch square. Thanks to the ergonomic twist lock, hooping and rehooping is very easy. The internal markings on the hoop and template allow you to easily align a 12-inch block.
Organise stitches & embroidery designs
- Create and name folders
- Save new or modified stitches
- Move, copy and paste designs via USB
Save customised or new stitch patterns and combinations. With the new file manager, you can name stitch patterns and save them in your personal folder. Create folders, move, copy and paste files to organise your stitches and embroidery designs.
Place your designs to suit your project
- 2-point and 4-point placement
- Place designs however you like
- Complete control at all times
Pinpoint 2-point and 4-point placement allows you to place designs with extreme precision. Simply define four points on the fabric with the new 4-point placement and adjust the design to the surface by morphing or proportionality. Use virtual positioning to check the exact stitch points for maximum precision.
Customise your quilt designs
- Change stitches per inch
- Unlimited scaling options
- Compatible with BQM, HQF, PAT, PLI, QLI and TAP formats
The new customisable quilt designs bring the functionality of professional longarm quilting to your embroidery machine. Unlimited scaling options, the ability to change the stitches per inch (SPI) and advanced quilt backing functions allow you to achieve perfect computerised quilting on your embroidery machine.
Follow the embroidery process via smartphone
- With the BERNINA Stitchout app
- Status updates in real time
- Transfer designs from or to embroidery software 9
As the BERNINA 990 is WiFi-capable, you can transfer designs from your optional BERNINA Embroidery Software 9 directly to the machine and vice versa. And thanks to the BERNINA Stitchout app, the embroidery process can be monitored remotely on your smartphone. The in-app notifications and real-time status updates make embroidering convenient.
BERNINA stitchprecision2technology
- Next generation embroidery precision
- Even faster embroidery
- First-class stitch quality
The B 990 includes the new BERNINA stitchprecision2 technology, which makes your sewing, quilting and embroidery experience even quieter, more precise and more beautiful. Swiss innovations enable outstanding stitch quality.
New BERNINA lace embroidery module XL
- Outstanding embroidery quality
- Compatible with all BERNINA embroidery hoops
- With Smart Drive Technology (SDT)
The new XL embroidery module with BERNINA Smart Drive Technology (SDT) enhances your embroidery experience with improved stitch quality, smoother and quieter movement. You can use it to embroider an area of 410 x 305 mm.
Embroider and sew for longer without interruption
- Extra-large bobbin thread
- Perfect for decorative stitches
- More time for creative brainstorming
The BERNINA hook with 9 mm stitch width sews at a speed of up to 1200 stitches per minute. The extra-large bobbin takes up to 70% more thread than a normal bobbin.
Features & Properties "BERNINA 990"
General functions
| Adaptive BERNINA thread tension: | Yes |
|---|---|
| Automatic needle stop (top & bottom): | Yes |
| Automatic presser foot lifter: | Yes |
| Automatic thread cutter: | Yes |
| BERNINA free-motion system (FHS): | Yes |
| Drag & Drop: | Yes |
| Dual transport: | Yes |
| History (saving the last stitches): | 24, Yes |
| Manual thread cutter: | 3, Yes |
| Max. Stitch length: | 6 mm |
| Max. Stitch width: | 9 mm |
| Memory (short-term memory): | Yes |
| Multifunctional rotary knobs: | Yes |
| Needle positions: | 11 |
| Presser foot floating function: | Yes |
| Sewing light: | 30 LED, 90 LED |
| Sewing speed: | 1000 stitches/min, 1200 stitches/min |
| Space to the right of the needle: | 356 mm |
| Start & stop button (sewing without foot control): | Yes |
| Winding during sewing / embroidery: | Yes |
Sewing and quilting
| Automatic length measuring buttonhole: | Yes |
|---|---|
| Button sewing programme: | 1, Yes |
| Change pattern length: | Yes |
| Cross transport: | Yes |
| Manual multi-stage buttonhole: | Yes |
| Mirror function: | left/right, top/bottom |
| Number of buttonholes (incl. eyelets): | 15, 17 / 2 |
| Number of decorative stitches: | 506, 957 |
| Number of quilting stitches: | 34, 124 |
| Number of sewing stitches (incl. alphabets): | 1352, 2927 |
| Number of utility stitches: | 32, 40 |
| Pattern start function: | Yes |
| Safety function: | Sewing needle, Stitch plate |
| Sample end function: | Yes |
| Tassel, tapering & skyline stitches: | 44 / 36 |
| Triple stitch: | Yes |
Embroider
| Adjust stitch length per inch (BQM): | Yes |
|---|---|
| Aligning/distributing embroidery designs: | Yes |
| Automatic embroidery hoop recognition: | Yes |
| Border embroidery: | Yes |
| Clever sewing stitch recognition: | Yes |
| Colour wheel: | Yes |
| Design transfer from/to BERNINA Embroidery Software 9 via WiFi: | Yes |
| Embroidery design formats: | DST, EXP, JEF, PCS, PEC, PES, SEW, XXX |
| Embroidery process control: | Yes |
| Free arm embroidery: | Yes |
| Grouping / Ungrouping: | Yes |
| Import / export of samples via USB: | Yes |
| Invisible sewing: | Yes |
| Lower thread up function: | Yes |
| Maximum embroidery area: | 410 x 305 mm |
| Maximum embroidery speed: | 1000 stitches/min |
| Number of embroidery designs: | 332, 879 |
| Number of stick alphabets: | 18, 24 |
| Programmable cutting of connecting stitches: | Yes |
| Sample processing via touchscreen: | Combine, Mirror, Positioning, Scaling, Turning, Yes |
| Save last embroidery position: | Yes |
| Sewing stitches in embroidery mode: | Yes |
| Thread removal function: | Yes |
| Word ART: | Yes |
Comfort features
| Adjustable presser foot pressure: | Yes |
|---|---|
| BSR foot #42 (BERNINA stitch regulator): | Yes |
| Embroidery consultant: | Yes |
| Sewing consultant: | Yes |
| Stitch Designer: | Yes |
Technical features
| Article type: | Sewing and embroidery machine, Sewing machine |
|---|---|
| Dimensions L / W / H: | 522 / 214 / 358 mm, 672 / 242 mm |
| Display: | Colour touchscreen (7" / 18 cm), Large 10.1 inch colour touchscreen |
| Engine: | DC |
| Functions: | Embroidery, Quilting, Sewing |
| Gripper system: | BG BERNINA Hook |
| Series: | BERNINA 7 Series, BERNINA 9 Series |
| Weight: | 14 kg, 19.2 kg |
Scope of delivery
| Embroidery Module XL with Smart Drive Technology (SDT ) |
|---|
| 11 BERNINA precision presser feet included |
| Reverse feed foot #1C |
| Reverse feed foot #1D for dual feed |
| Overlock foot #2A |
| Buttonhole slide foot #3A |
| Zipper foot #4D |
| Blindstitch foot #5 |
| Button presser foot #18 |
| Open embroidery foot #20C |
| Embroidery foot #26L |
| BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR) #42 |
| Cross feed foot #40C |
| Slide-on table |
| Knee lever/free-motion system (FHS) |
| 4 standard embroidery hoops included |
| Giant embroidery hoop with template (410 x 305 mm) |
| Large oval hoop with template (255 × 145 mm) |
| Medium oval hoop with template (130 × 100 mm) |
| Small hoop with template (72 × 50 mm) |
| 9 mm stitch plate with sensor |
| Straight stitch and CutWork stitch plate with sensor |
| 5.5 mm BISR stitch plate with sensor |
| Dust cover for machine and module |
| Accessory box |
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