Description
BERNINA Q 16 on Adjustable Foldable Table
Big longarm capability for smaller spaces. The BERNINA Q 16 paired with the adjustable, foldable table gives you a comfortable sit-down quilting setup with a 16″ throat, digital thread tension, and stitch regulation for beautiful results.
16″ throat space
Room to quilt comfortably on a table setupDigital thread tension
Electronically adjustable for consistent stitch qualityStitch Regulation (BSR modes)
Precise stitches even as you change speedKickStart quilting
Quilt without holding down the foot controlAdjustable & foldable table
Quilt when you want—store it when you don’t
BERNINA — Swiss Engineering & Perfection Since 1893
Built for smooth operation, precision results, and long-term reliability—so your quilting setup feels effortless, even on bigger projects.
- Durable, precision construction
- Designed for comfortable quilting workflows
- Support for advanced longarm techniques
Small Spaces. Big Ideas.
The BERNINA Q 16 (PLUS) and Q 20 are longarm quilting machines that differ primarily in throat space.
- Q 20 has a throat space of 20 inches
- Q 16 (and Q 16 PLUS) have a throat space of 16 inches
Pair your machine with a standard or height-adjustable cabinet, or this foldable height-adjustable table. If an upgrade to a frame setup is desired, the BERNINA Q 16 PLUS and Q 20 are compatible with the BERNINA Studio Frame .
Watch: BERNINA Q 16 on Adjustable Foldable Table
Key Features
Fast threading and winding
- • Easy threading path
- • Comfort-focused design
- • Independent bobbin winding convenience
Unique digital thread tension control
- • Electronically adjustable tension
- • Easy tension release for threading
- • Built for a wide range of thread types
Beautiful stitches every time
- • Consistent stitch formation
- • Confidence at higher speeds
- • Precision results on large projects
Hand-guided quilting made easy
- Precise regulated stitches (in BSR modes)
- Four modes for flexible quilting styles
- Simple customization via touch screen
Thanks to the integrated BERNINA Longarm Stitch Regulator, you can achieve equal-length stitches even as you change your movement speed. Manual mode is also available when you want to quilt without regulation.
Unique user interface
- Simple-to-navigate touch screen
- Individual settings for comfort
- Built-in tutorials for support & maintenance guidance
Quilting without the foot control
- Fatigue-free quilting when you want longer sessions
- Relax your foot while maintaining continuous quilting
- Great for larger projects and edge-to-edge work
The KickStart function lets you quilt continuously without holding down the foot control. Activate or deactivate it quickly via the touch screen.
More to Love
Ergonomics matter
- • Comfortable front operation
- • Table/cabinet options to fit your space
- • Easy manual needle positioning
The machine can be fully operated from the front, and the front handwheel makes manual needle positioning simple.
Working with bright lights
- • Naturally illuminated work area
- • Great visibility in darker rooms
- • Clear view of the quilting zone
Bright LED lighting along the throat space and above the needle helps you see your stitching with confidence.
Upgrade path to a frame
- • Q 20 and Q 16 PLUS are frame-ready
- • Enjoy stand-up quilting when you’re ready
- • Multiple frame sizes available
If you want to move from table quilting to frame quilting later, explore the Studio Frame option.
To the frame options
Specifications
| Spec | Details |
|---|---|
| Hook System | M Class Rotary Hook |
| Maximum sewing speed | 2200 stitches per minute |
| Color touch screen | 4.3″ / 109 mm |
| Minimum stitch length | 24 stitches per inch / 1.05 mm |
| Maximum stitch length | 1 stitch per inch / 25.4 mm |
| Thread tension | Electronically/digitally adjustable |
| Presser foot lift | Electronic |
| Lower thread indicator | ✅ |
Want help choosing the right Q setup?
We’ll help you map your space, table/cabinet options, and the best longarm workflow.
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Looking at frame quilting later?
Explore the Studio Frame option for a future upgrade path.
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