Brother PQ1600S

PQ1600S single stitch sewing machine

You want one machine that can do it all: the Brother PQ1600S combines speed, power, and versatility in a reliable package. Sew straight and strong across garments, accessories, quilts and more. Power through any project with high speeds of up to 1,500 stitches per minute, transforming your creative dreams into reality in no time

Get even more creative

The Brother PQ1600s straight stitch sewing machine is the ideal machine for quilting, dressmaking, home furnishing and crafting.

Stitch straight and strong up to 7mm stitch length, without losing strength or quality. Power through projects with impressive stitching speeds of up to 1,500 stitches per minute.

With the larger and wider workspace 145 (h) x 220 (w)mm (5.7" x 8.6") no project is too small. Go large with no fuss and no extra expenditure with the included wide table.

Achieve perfection on hems, French seams and more with the unique flexible presser foot. Divided into two independently moving sides, you can sew fabrics of two different thicknesses at the front and rear.

Keep control when working with the adjustable pin feed mechanism, four feed dog settings, knee lifter, vertical rotary hook and full range foot pressure adjustment. Save time with the heavy weight thread guide, automatic thread cutter and enhanced F.A.S.T. needle threader.

The Brother PQ1600s may be just one machine but it has endless possibilities.

Long and strong

Stitch length up to 7mm without losing strength or quality.

Super-size your projects

Work on any sized project with more height and width in the fabric bed: 145 (h) x 220 (w)mm (5.7" x 8.6"). Go large with no fuss and no extra expenditure with the included wide table.

Presser-foot pressure adjustment dial

Tackle a wide variety of fabric thicknesses with a smooth and consistent stitch quality using the ergonomic, colour coded presser foot pressure dial.

Advanced needle threading system

The F.A.S.T needle threading system saves time and effort, so you can work through projects in extra quick time.

Knee lifter

Keep your hands on your work with the removable knee lift.

Vertical rotary hook

Strong and robust, the vertical rotary hook will produce clean and aligned seam finishes.

Bobbin case cover

The side cover makes care and maintenance around the bobbin case a breeze. A metal bobbin is provided for durability and increased thread capacity.

Thread tension

Achieve accurate tension control with the convenient manual dial system.

Automatic needle lowering mechanism

Pre-program the needle up/down position so that when the machine stops, you’re ready to jump back in.

Heavy-weight thread guide

Take on thick threads in combination with thick materials with minimal adjustments to your tension.

Feed dog adjuster

With four built-in feed dog positions the PQ1600S can tackle a wide variety of fabrics, from heavy-duty denims to tricky velvets.

Automatic thread cutter

Snip your top and bottom threads instantly at the touch of a button.

Precision pin feeding system

Easily sew a wide variety of fabrics, especially thin, slippery and soft materials, thanks to Brother’s Pin Feed precision fabric feeding system.