Bernina S-500 e Embroidery Machine

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BERNINA S 500 E EMBROIDERY MACHINE

ADVANCED EMBROIDERY WITH SDT MODULE

The BERNINA S 500 E offers exceptional embroidery precision, generous workspace and powerful performance for creative makers who want professional-quality results. Supplied with the SDT Embroidery Module, this machine provides extensive creative freedom with a large embroidery area, advanced on-screen editing tools and automatic features designed to save time.

With 275 built-in embroidery designs, 8 alphabets, endless embroidery capabilities, precision positioning tools and multiple professional finishing functions, the S 500 E gives you the flexibility to create detailed embroidery designs with accuracy and ease. It also offers premium sewing capabilities for projects that combine embroidery with everyday sewing and quilting.

Key Features

• 4.3" Centrally Located Colour Touch Screen: Provides intuitive access to embroidery and sewing functions with on-screen help.

• SDT Embroidery Module Included: Provides the large embroidery workspace and advanced embroidery capabilities of the S 500 E.

• BERNINA Hook System: Features a jumbo bobbin offering 70% more capacity for longer sewing and embroidery sessions.

• Bobbin Winding While Sewing/Embroidering: Conveniently wind a bobbin without interrupting your creative workflow.

• Powerful DC Motor: Provides smooth and quiet operation for reliable sewing and embroidery performance.

• 256 MB Internal Memory: Provides storage for embroidery and sewing data.

• Upper & Lower Thread Sensors: Help monitor thread supply during sewing and embroidery.

• Needle Reminder: Provides a convenient reminder for needle changes.

• 12 LED Sewing Lights: Brightly illuminate the sewing area for improved visibility.

• Dual Spool Holders: Provide convenient thread setup for different projects.

• Multifunction Knobs: Provide convenient control over selected machine settings.

Embroidery

The S 500 E is designed for advanced embroidery and comes supplied with the SDT Embroidery Module.

• Large Embroidery Area: 15.7" × 5.9" with freearm embroidery capability.

• Maximum Embroidery Speed: Up to 1,000 stitches per minute for efficient embroidery production.

• 275 Built-in Embroidery Designs: Provides a broad selection of designs ready to use.

• 8 Embroidery Alphabets: Personalise projects with lettering and monograms.

• Endless Embroidery: Create continuous designs for borders, bands and larger decorative projects.

• Resize Designs: Resize designs proportionally or non-proportionally for greater creative flexibility.

• Rotate & Mirror: Change the orientation of designs and create mirrored effects.

• Duplicate Designs: Easily create multiple copies of selected embroidery elements.

• Group/Ungroup: Combine or separate design elements for easier editing.

• Drag & Drop: Conveniently position design elements directly on screen.

• Undo/Redo: Easily reverse or restore editing steps.

• Rearrange Designs: Change the order and placement of embroidery elements.

• Adjust Stitch Density: Fine-tune embroidery density for different design requirements.

Advanced Embroidery Control

The S 500 E provides a range of precision positioning and professional finishing functions to help achieve accurate embroidery results.

• 2-Point Placement: Precisely position designs within the embroidery area.

• Virtual Positioning: Preview and position embroidery elements before stitching.

• Absolute Check: Check design positioning before beginning embroidery.

• Position Recall: Return to a previous embroidery position when required.

• Automatic Thread Cutter: Automatically cuts thread and lifts the needle and presser foot for convenient finishing.

• Programmable Jump Stitch Cutting: Automatically cuts selected jump stitches for cleaner embroidery results.

• Smart Secure: Provides convenient securing of embroidery stitches.

• Invisible Secure: Helps create discreet securing stitches where required.

• Thread Away Mode: Moves thread ends away for cleaner results on the top side of your embroidery.

• Multi-Format Compatibility: Supports EXP, DST, PES, PEC, JEF, SEW, PCS and XXX embroidery formats.

Sewing & Quilting

Although primarily designed for embroidery, the S 500 E also provides a comprehensive range of premium sewing functions for everyday sewing, quilting and creative projects.

• 8.5" Workspace: Provides generous space to the right of the needle for larger sewing projects.

• Start/Stop Button: Sew without using the foot control when preferred.

• Needle Stop Up/Down: Choose the needle position for easier fabric handling and pivoting.

• Slide Speed Control: Adjust sewing speed for greater control and precision.

• Semi-Automatic Needle Threader: Makes threading the needle quick and convenient.

• BERNINA Adaptive Thread Tension: Helps maintain consistent thread tension for balanced, high-quality stitches.

• Adjustable Presser Foot Selection: Provides flexibility for different sewing techniques and fabrics.

• USB Import/Export: Transfer embroidery and sewing data using USB connectivity.

Workspace & Convenience

• 15.7" × 5.9" Embroidery Area: Provides generous space for detailed embroidery designs and larger projects.

• 8.5" Sewing Workspace: Provides ample room to the right of the needle for garments, quilting and other sewing projects.

• 4.3" Colour Touch Screen: Centrally positioned for convenient access to embroidery and sewing functions.

• 12 LED Sewing Lights: Brightly illuminate the workspace for improved visibility.

• Jumbo Bobbin: Offers 70% more capacity, reducing the frequency of bobbin changes.

• Dual Spool Holders: Provide convenient thread management for different projects.

• Multifunction Knobs: Provide direct control over selected settings.

• USB Connectivity: Allows embroidery and sewing data to be imported and exported.

• Bobbin Winding While Sewing/Embroidering: Adds convenience when managing multiple projects.

Performance & Precision

The BERNINA S 500 E combines a powerful DC motor with precise embroidery and sewing controls for reliable performance. With embroidery speeds of up to 1,000 stitches per minute, it provides efficient stitching while maintaining control over detailed embroidery designs.

The combination of the SDT Embroidery Module, precision positioning tools, advanced on-screen editing, automatic thread management and Adaptive Thread Tension gives you the tools needed for detailed embroidery as well as premium everyday sewing.

Embroidery Design & File Compatibility

The S 500 E supports a wide range of commonly used embroidery file formats, making it easier to work with designs from different sources.

Supported formats:

• EXP

• DST

• PES

• PEC

• JEF

• SEW

• PCS

• XXX

Specifications

• Embroidery Module: SDT Embroidery Module included

• Embroidery Area: 15.7" × 5.9"

• Maximum Embroidery Speed: 1,000 stitches per minute

• Built-in Embroidery Designs: 275

• Embroidery Alphabets: 8

• Endless Embroidery: Yes

• Sewing Workspace: 8.5" to the right of the needle

• Hook System: BERNINA Hook System

• Bobbin: Jumbo bobbin with 70% more capacity

• Motor: DC motor

• Thread Tension: BERNINA Adaptive Thread Tension

• Needle Threader: Semi-automatic

• Lighting: 12 LED sewing lights

• Thread Sensors: Upper and lower

• Memory: 256 MB

• Connectivity: USB import/export

• Touch Screen: 4.3" centrally located colour touch screen

• Spool Holders: 2

• Machine Dimensions: 18.1" W × 7.9" H × 12.9" D

• Weight: 24.2 lb