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elna eXpressive

MAGIC AT YOUR FINGERTIPS.

The eXpressive range models are made for thread-intensive embroidery and combine functions for both high-level sewing and quilting projects.

All technical features of these top of the line models will expand your capabilities and deliver extreme stitching precision for both embroidery and sewing work.

Key features

EXTRA-LARGE WORK SPACE AND LED LIGHT

With a very generous sewing and embroidery space, the eXpressive models offer ideal work space for large projects.

With a very generous sewing and embroidery space, the eXpressive models offer ideal work space for large projects and perfect comfort that you will enjoy day after day. In addition, the eXpressive 920 model features a retractable front light that creates a shadow-free work area and reduces eye tiredness.

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REMOVABLE EMBROIDERY UNIT

Moving to and from the embroidery and sewing functions has never been easier with our eXpressive 920 and 860. There is no need to handle the embroidery unit to work in sewing mode.

Moving to and from the embroidery and sewing functions has never been easier with our eXpressive 920 and 860. There is no need to handle the embroidery unit to work in sewing mode, making it easier to use a combination of both features.

These models have been designed to provide perfect stability while sewing and embroidering, thus ensuring maximum comfort.

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LCD TOUCH-SCREEN

A high-definition touch-panel screen that you can easily operate to select or adapt embroidery designs or stitches.

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AUTOMATIC NEEDLE THREADER

The eXpressive 860 and 920 fully assist you with the needle threading task, which can be arduous.

The eXpressive 860 and 920 fully assist you with the needle threading task, which can be arduous. You will save a significant amount of time when changing the thread colours of your embroideries.

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UPPER AND BOBBIN THREAD SENSOR

This function alerts you when the bobbin thread is almost finished or when the thread is broken.

This function alerts you when the bobbin thread is almost finished or when the thread is broken. This system is available in both sewing and embroidery modes!

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FREE-ARM HOOP

With a free-arm hoop you can embroider any hard-to-reach areas.

With a free-arm hoop you can embroider any hard-to-reach areas. The eXpressive 920 and 860 enable the use of this accessory, that is respectively standard and optional on these models. It is perfect for tiny baby projects and also for cuffs, sleeves or any other tubular projects.

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elna eXpressive series – 4 models

FEATURES

FEATURES

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TECHNICAL    
Sewing space303.5 x 120 mm210 x 120 mm280 x 120 mm-
Screen typeLCD-HD touch screenLCD-HD touch screenLCD-HD touch screen, 800 x 480 pxRemote Computer Screen (RCS)
HookRotary horizontal + transparent bobbinRotary horizontal + transparent bobbinRotary horizontal + transparent bobbinFull rotary hook (industrial)
Auto declutch bobbin winderwith integrated thread cutterswith integrated thread cutterswith integrated thread cutters-
Independent bobbin winder--xx
Needle threaderAutomaticIntegratedAutomatic-
Lighting5 LED5 LED10 LED (front light)6 LED
Thread tension controlAutomaticAutomaticAutomatic-
Upper feed system-xx-
Easy and guided bobbin threader with built-in thread cutterxxx-
One-step needle plate conversion-xx-
Presser foot lift--Automatic-
Foot pressure adjustmentManualManualAutomatic-
Extra-high presser foot liftManualManualAutomatic-
Upper and bobbin thread sensorxxxx
Memory4MB3MB4MB2MB
Information messagesxxxx
Multi-language interface13131312
USB port1121
FUNCTION BUTTONS    
Start / Stop buttonxxxx
Reverse function-xx-
Automatic-lock (knot) stitch-xx-
Up / down needle position button-xx-
Automatic foot pressure adjustement--x-
Automatic thread cutterxxxx
Automatic bobbin winder--x-
SEWING    
Number of stitches-200400-
One-step buttonholes-613-
Typefaces-33-
Alphabets-13-
Capital letters and numbers available in 9 mm high-xx-
Thread cut memory function-xx-
Memory functionxxx-
Clear functionxxx-
Max. number of stitches in pattern combination-100100-
Maximum stitch length -9mm9mm-
Maximum stitch width -5mm5mm-
Maximum sewing speed-1000 spm1060 spm-
Variable needle positions-9191-
EMBROIDERY   Single-head 7 needle
Number of embroidery designs16017135050
Embroidery fonts (Monogramming)6 fonts, Russian 3 fonts
(2&3 letters and emblem)
3 fonts
(2&3 letters and emblem)
10 fonts, Russian: 3 fonts, Japanese: 2 fonts
(2&3 letters and emblem)
10 fonts, 2&3 letters and emblem
Maximum embroidery area200 x 280 mm170 x 200 mm 230 x 300 mm240 x 200 m
Maximum embroidery speed860 spm800 spm1000 spm800 spm
Direct PC-linkx-xx
Free arm embroidery-xxx
Embroidery unitIntegratedRemovableRemovableIntegrated
Automatic return after thread breakx-xx
Flexible stitch travellingx-xx
Embroidery editing functionsxxxx
Preference settingsxxxx