Bernina 590 E
Bernina 590 E
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BERNINA
BERNINA
590 E
Sew, quilt, and embroider with total creative freedom on the BERNINA 590 E! With 1,774 stitch patterns, 275 built-in embroidery designs, and an 8.5" freearm, it handles everything from garments to large quilts. BERNINA Dual Feed keeps fabric even, the automatic thread cutter and Thread Away Mode save time, and Pinpoint Placement positions designs precisely — all guided by a 4.3" touchscreen and powered by the BERNINA Hook at up to 1,000 stitches per minute.
One button cuts the thread, lifts the needle, and raises the presser foot.
Thread tails are pulled underneath and tie-offs hidden for clean, professional embroidery.
Match two on-screen points to your hooped fabric and the design aligns itself — no template needed.
Feeds fabric evenly from above and below, ideal for slippery or challenging materials.
Three Steps in One — Cut, Lift & Move On
Three Steps in One — Cut, Lift & Move On
The automatic thread cutter operates three steps in one: cuts the thread, lifts the needle, and raises the presser foot.
Clean Embroidery Tops, Automatically
Clean Embroidery Tops, Automatically
Thanks to the Thread Away Mode and Invisible & Smart Secure, clean embroidery results on the top are yours with the B 590 E.
Pinpoint Placement for Exact Design Positioning
Pinpoint Placement for Exact Design Positioning
Use Pinpoint Placement to position your design precisely: select two points and match them with the markings on the hooped fabric.
1,000 Stitches per Minute — Consistent Every Time
1,000 Stitches per Minute — Consistent Every Time
The BERNINA Hook keeps the stitches consistent and precise with a maximum speed of 1,000 stitches per minute.
On-Screen Guidance Whenever You Need It
On-Screen Guidance Whenever You Need It
The Sewing and Embroidery Consultants offer direct on-screen support and answer your questions whenever you need them.
BERNINA Dual Feed Handles Every Fabric Type
BERNINA Dual Feed Handles Every Fabric Type
The innovative BERNINA Dual Feed feeds the fabric evenly from above and below. It is easy to engage and tucks away when not in use.
Key Features
- 1,774 Total Stitch Patterns: 38 utility, 499 decorative, 60 quilting, and 40 cross-stitch stitches, 18 buttonholes (incl. eyelets), and 9 sewing alphabets.
- 275 Built-In Embroidery Designs & 8 Alphabets: A versatile embroidery library ready to personalize every project.
- Included Embroidery Module M with SDT: Smart Drive Technology with a maximum embroidery field of 400 × 150 mm (15.7" × 5.9").
- Extended 8.5" (216 mm) Freearm: Generous space to the right of the needle for quilting and large projects.
- BERNINA Hook & 1,000 SPM: Consistent, precise stitches at up to 1,000 stitches per minute for sewing and embroidery.
- 9 mm Stitch Width & 11 Needle Positions: 9 mm maximum stitch width and 6 mm maximum stitch length.
- BERNINA Dual Feed: Feeds fabric evenly from above and below; tucks away when not in use.
- BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR) Included: Consistent stitch length in free-motion quilting (straight stitch & zigzag).
- Automatic Thread Cutter & Presser Foot Lift: Cuts thread, lifts the needle, and raises the presser foot in one step.
- Thread Away Mode, Invisible Secure & Smart Secure: Clean embroidery tops with hidden tie-offs and thread tails pulled underneath.
- Pinpoint Placement (2-Point Placement): Position embroidery designs exactly where you want them without templates.
- BERNINA Adaptive Thread Tension & Thread Sensors: Automatic tension control plus upper and lower thread sensors.
- BERNINA Free Hand System (FHS) & Pivot/Hover Function: Hands-free presser foot control for smooth turns and repositioning.
- 4.3" Color Touch Screen & 16 LEDs: On-screen Sewing and Embroidery Consultants with a brightly lit workspace.
Included Accessories
- Embroidery Module & Hoops: Embroidery Module M with SDT, Embroidery Hoop Large Oval with template (255 × 145 mm / 10.0" × 5.7"), Embroidery Hoop Medium with template (130 × 100 mm / 5.1" × 3.9").
- Extension Table & Hands-Free Control: BERNINA Slide-on Freearm Extension Table, BERNINA Free Hand System (FHS), Programmable Foot Control, Power Cable, Touch Pen.
- Thread & Bobbin Support Hardware: 5 Bobbins (1 in bobbin case + 4 in accessory box), 3 Spool Discs, 2 Foam Pads, Selection of Needles.
- Maintenance Tools, Protection & Storage: Red Screwdriver, Brush, Seam Ripper, Height Compensation Tool, Soft Cover with Pocket, Magnetic Accessory Box.
- Embroidery Software: BERNINA ArtLink embroidery software (free download at bernina.com).
Included Sewing Feet
- Reverse Pattern Foot #1/1C
- Dual Feed Reverse Pattern Foot #1D
- Overlock Foot #2/2A
- Buttonhole Foot with Slide #3A
- Zipper Foot #4/4D
- Blindstitch Foot #5
- Open Embroidery Foot #20/20C
- BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR)
Included Embroidery Feet
- Embroidery Presser Foot #26L
BERNINA
BERNINA 590 E — Full Details
| General Specifications | |
| Hook System | BERNINA Rotary Hook |
| Maximum Sewing Speed | 1,000 Stitches per Minute |
| Space to the Right of the Needle | 8.5" (216 mm) |
| Color Touch Screen | 4.3" Color Touch Screen |
| LED Sewing Lights | 16 LEDs |
| Maximum Stitch Width | 9 mm |
| Maximum Stitch Length | 6 mm |
| Needle Positions | 11 |
| Spool Holders | 2 |
| BERNINA Dual Feed (BDF) | Included |
| BERNINA Adaptive Thread Tension | Included |
| BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR) Functionality | Included (Straight Stitch & Zigzag) |
| Automatic Presser Foot Lift | Included |
| Automatic Thread Cutter | Included |
| Pivot / Hover Function | Included |
| BERNINA Free Hand System (FHS) | Included |
| Start/Stop Button | Included |
| Upper & Lower Thread Sensor | Included |
| USB Interface | Included |
| Sewing & Quilting Specifications | |
| Total Stitch Patterns (incl. alphabets) | 1,774 |
| Utility Stitches | 38 |
| Decorative Stitches | 499 |
| Quilting Stitches | 60 |
| Cross-Stitch Stitches | 40 |
| Buttonholes (incl. Eyelets) | 18 |
| Sewing Alphabets | 9 |
| Triple Stitch | Included |
| Memory (Short-Term & Long-Term) | Included |
| Create & Save Stitch Combinations | Included |
| Embroidery Specifications | |
| Embroidery Module | Module M with Smart Drive Technology (SDT) — Included |
| Maximum Embroidery Field | 400 × 150 mm (15.7" × 5.9") |
| Maximum Embroidery Speed | 1,000 Stitches per Minute |
| Built-in Embroidery Designs | 275 |
| Embroidery Alphabets | 8 |
| Compatible File Formats | EXP, DST, PES, PEC, JEF, SEW, PCS, XXX |
| Pinpoint Placement (2-Point Placement) | Included |
| Thread Away Mode | Included |
| Invisible Secure & Smart Secure | Included |
| Creative Embroidery Consultant | Included |
| Endless Embroidery | Included |
| Undo / Redo | Included |
| Group / Ungroup | Included |
| Mega Hoop | 15.7" × 5.9" (400 × 150 mm) |
| Midi Hoop | 10.4" × 6.5" (265 × 165 mm) |
| Large Freearm Hoop | 5.7" × 10" (145 × 255 mm) |
| Small Clamp Hoop | 6.25" × 6.5" (158 × 165 mm) |
Bernina Warranty Coverage
Bernina is the gold standard in home sewing machines. Their warranty coverage is built to match a machine designed to last generations.
- Mechanical Parts — 20-year limited warranty
- Printed Circuit Boards — 5-year warranty
- Electrical Parts — 2-year warranty
Bernina’s warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship for the original purchaser. Mechanical parts are covered for 20 years, circuit boards for 5 years, and electrical parts for 2 years. Important: warranty coverage is limited to the cost of the affected part only — labor charges are not included. All shipping costs to and from the dealer or designated service point are the purchaser’s responsibility. The warranty must be registered via the Bernina Customer Portal within 30 days of purchase, or countersigned by an authorized Bernina dealer within 90 days — otherwise coverage is void. Original proof of purchase required for all service.
Your Bernina warranty is valid at any authorized Bernina dealer — return your machine to an authorized location for all repairs and replacements.
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