BERNINA E 16 PRO

BERNINA E 16 PRO

The multi-needle embroidery

  • 16 striking thread colors
  • 1,400 stitches per minute
  • Extra large embroidery field
  • Fancy stitches / micro chenille
  • Industry’s largest embroidery field for caps

BERNINA E 16 PRO: Make it Personal – Keep it Professional

Advanced Touch Interface

Advanced Touch Interface

Get maximum control over the ultimate embroidery machine with the intuitive 10.1” full color touch screen interface on the advanced BERNINA E 16 PRO. The large, vivid screen lets you intuitively control all the E 16 PRO’s powerful features, manage its 16 needles, as well as monitor machine status and design progress.

High-speed embroidery with 16 needles

High-speed embroidery with 16 needles

Complete more embroidery more quickly by eliminating the time spent re-threading for each color change. Less time spent managing the embroidery process means more time for creativity and more custom jobs completed. Complete more embroidery projects confidently and more successfully with 1,400 spm and the quality of a true commercial system.

Extra large embroidery field 16.1” x 15.5”

Extra large embroidery field 16.1” x 15.5”

From jacket backs to embroidered quilt blocks, your BERNINA E 16 PRO will handle large projects with ease.

Embroidery becomes reality

With roots in the industrial world, BERNINA is excited to share with you the dream of faster, more professional and larger embroidery than ever before. The dream of 16-needle embroidery suitable for home, studio, or commercial use is now a reality. Whether you’re new to machine embroidery or more experienced, you will appreciate the thought behind the details.

Acti-feed™ Automatic Tensioning

Acti-feed™ Automatic Tensioning

This unique system ensures threads are fed smoothly and with automatic tension adjustments, for the same perfect quality on every sew-out. Embroider confidently, knowing each stitch-out will be as beautiful as you envision.

Industry’s smallest cylindrical lower arm

Industry’s smallest cylindrical lower arm

Your BERNINA E 16 PRO handles all of your embroidery needs, large and small. Slide baby items, T-shirts, pockets, or tote bags easily over the narrow arm, eliminating the need to open seams or deconstruct the item prior to embroidering.

Laser Alignment

Laser Alignment

The ultraprecise laser registration assures accurate design placement.

Machine status

Machine status

Configure machine settings and get design progress at a glance with realtime stitch rendering.

Needle control

Needle control

Get full control over needle assignment and color changes. Program pauses for appliqué placement or bobbin changes.

Design management

Design management

Browse, store, manage, and load designs from the touch screen. See design details and a 3D rendered preview.

Picture: BERNINA E 16 PRO

Get productivity at your fingertips with the E 16 PRO


The BERNINA E 16 PRO includes an assortment of standard accessories and time-saving features. When your creativity or growing business is ready for more, the BERNINA E 16 PRO has you covered. With the included cap driver and wide frame, customizing caps is a breeze, whether you need one or twenty. The narrow cylindrical arm is perfect for stitching in tight spaces.

Discover unlimited embroidery possibilities with the addition of DesignShop v11 Editor. Create custom monograms, edit existing designs, or digitize your own designs.

Personal advice at your Local BERNINA Store

Over 2,000 BERNINA Stores worldwide offer valuable services to all our customers. Your local BERNINA Store is there to proudly help you, with advice on machines and accessories that best suit your needs, with BERNINA Embroidery Software and also in servicing your BERNINA.

Features & Functions

  • Overview
  • Multi Needle Embroidery
BERNINA E 16 PRO

Note:
Not all models and accessories are available in all countries. We reserve the right to make changes in both features and design.

5 Year Limited Warranty
Needles 16
High-speed embroidery up to spm 1,400
10.1" touch screen interface
True commercial embroidery system
Extra large embroidery field 16.1" x 15.5"
Patented narrow cylindrical lower arm
Patented Acti-feed™ Tension System

Patented Acti-feed™ Tension System

This unique system ensures threads are fed smoothly and with automatic tension adjustments, for the same perfect quality on every sew-out. Embroider confidently, knowing each stitch-out will be as beautiful as you envision.
Automatic Thread Trimming System
Laser alignment
Easy cap sewing, large 270° sew field
BERNINA Learning Center E 16 PRO Training

Product brochure – All information at a glance

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Note:
Not all models and accessories are available in all countries. We reserve the right to make changes in both features and design.

5 Year Limited Warranty
Needles 16
High-speed embroidery up to spm 1,400
10.1" touch screen interface
True commercial embroidery system
Extra large embroidery field 16.1" x 15.5"
Patented narrow cylindrical lower arm
Smallest cylindrical lower arm in the industry
9cm (3.54in) Round Hoop
12cm (4.72in) Round Hoop
15cm (5.90in) Round Hoop
Rectangular Plastic Hoop (30 x 36 cm / 11.75" x 14.25")
5.5in Mighty Hoop Square
10in Mighty Hoop Square - Inner
Operator’s kit
Patented Acti-feed™ Tension System

Patented Acti-feed™ Tension System

This unique system ensures threads are fed smoothly and with automatic tension adjustments, for the same perfect quality on every sew-out. Embroider confidently, knowing each stitch-out will be as beautiful as you envision.
BERNINA hook system RL
Automatic Thread Trimming System

Product brochure – All information at a glance

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Adjustable presser foot height
Appliqué command
Laser alignment
Rotation 1, 90, 180
Move to position
Move to color
Move to stitch
Stock colors
Bright LEDs
Easy cap sewing, large 270° sew field
Cap/Hat Sewing System with Gauge opt.
Specialty frames and hoops opt.
Three sizes of pocket frames opt.
Embroidery design format EXP
Compatible with BERNINA Exclusive Design Collections opt.
BERNINA Learning Center E 16 PRO Training
2 Day Hands On Training With a Melco Trainer opt.

Tutorials

  • Introduction
  • First steps
  • Special effects
  • Cap embroidery

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  • BERNINA introduces the E16 PRO – the new leader in multi needle embroidery

    Setting the bar with 16-needles and up to 1400 stitches per minute, the efficiency and ease of use of the E16 PRO is unmatched. Our new 10.1 inch high definition touch panel puts control at your fingertips, allowing you to set up your design, perfectly position, make color selections, and see the status of your stitch out.

  • BERNINA introduces the E16 PRO – the new leader in multi needle embroidery

    BERNINA introduces the E16 PRO – the new leader in multi needle embroidery

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  • Tutorial: how to stitch on the BERNINA E 16

  • BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: Key Combinations

    Tutorial: how to operate the BERNINA E 16 using key combinations.

  • BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: How to manually thread the BERNINA E 16

    Tutorial: how to manually thread the BERNINA E 16

  • BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: How to change thread in the BERNINA E 16

    Tutorial: how to change thread in the BERNINA E 16

  • Tutorial: how to insert the bobbin in the BERNINA E 16

    Tutorial: how to insert the bobbin in the BERNINA E 16

  • BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: One Touch Controls

    Tutorial: how to operate the BERNINA E 16 with the key-pad controls.

  • BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: Attaching or Moving the Hoop Support Arms

    Tutorial: learn the proper support arm position for the various hoops and how to easily move them.

  • BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: Laser Alignment

    Tutorial: how to use the laser alignment features in a few easy steps.

  • BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: Align with Reference Points

    Tutorial: how to align design perfectly using the laser light and reference points.

  • BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: Replacing the Needle

    Tutorial: how to replace the needle on the BERNINA E 16.

  • BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: Adjusting the Presser Foot

    Tutorial: how to raise and lower the presser foot to achieve a perfect stitch quality with all fabric types.

  • BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: Color Sequence Commands

    Tutorial: how to use the appliqué & pause/stop commands.

  • BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: Micro Pocket Clamps

    Tutorial: how to use the micro pocket clamps.

  • Tutorial: how to stitch on the BERNINA E 16

    Tutorial: how to stitch on the BERNINA E 16

  • BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: Key Combinations

    BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: Key Combinations

  • BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: How to manually thread the BERNINA E 16

    BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: How to manually thread the BERNINA E 16

  • BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: How to change thread in the BERNINA E 16

    BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: How to change thread in the BERNINA E 16

  • Tutorial: how to insert the bobbin in the BERNINA E 16

    Tutorial: how to insert the bobbin in the BERNINA E 16

  • BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: One Touch Controls

    BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: One Touch Controls

  • BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: Attaching or Moving the Hoop Support Arms

    BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: Attaching or Moving the Hoop Support Arms

  • BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: Laser Alignment

    BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: Laser Alignment

  • BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: Align with Reference Points

    BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: Align with Reference Points

  • BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: Replacing the Needle

    BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: Replacing the Needle

  • BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: Adjusting the Presser Foot

    BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: Adjusting the Presser Foot

  • BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: Color Sequence Commands

    BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: Color Sequence Commands

  • BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: Micro Pocket Clamps

    BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: Micro Pocket Clamps

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  • BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: Puffy Foam 3D Effect

    Tutorial: how to add puffy foam 3D effect to your embroidery design.

  • BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: Looping Effect – Micro Chenille

    Tutorial: how to apply the looping effect to your embroidery design to create a micro chenille look.

  • BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: Puffy Foam 3D Effect

    BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: Puffy Foam 3D Effect

  • BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: Looping Effect – Micro Chenille

    BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: Looping Effect – Micro Chenille

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  • BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: Stitching a Cap – Computer

    Tutorial: how to prepare to stitch a cap on the BERNINA E 16 operating software.

  • BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: Stitching a Cap – Machine

    Tutorial: how to prepare the BERNINA E 16 multi-needle machine for stitching a cap.

  • BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: Hooping a Cap

    Tutorial: how to hoop a cap using the different accessories of the BERNINA E 16 multi-needle machine.

  • BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: Loading Hoop on Cap Driver

    Tutorial: how to attach the cap to the driver, to trace the design and to start embroidering.

  • BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: Stitching a Cap – Computer

    BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: Stitching a Cap – Computer

  • BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: Stitching a Cap – Machine

    BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: Stitching a Cap – Machine

  • BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: Hooping a Cap

    BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: Hooping a Cap

  • BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: Loading Hoop on Cap Driver

    BERNINA E 16 Tutorial: Loading Hoop on Cap Driver

Support for your BERNINA E 16 PRO

To ensure that you enjoy your BERNINA for as long as possible, we recommend that you read the detailed operating instructions. Further support information and firmware updates can be found on the support page.

Download manual Support page BERNINA E 16 PRO

Personal advice at your Local BERNINA Store

Over 2,000 BERNINA Stores worldwide offer valuable services to all our customers. Your local BERNINA Store is there to proudly help you, with advice on machines and accessories that best suit your needs, with BERNINA Embroidery Software and also in servicing your BERNINA.

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