Bernina 540 Sewing, Quilting, & Embroidery Machine

Perfect Tension for Flawless Stitches

The BERNINA sewing machine delivers accurate, powerful stitching so you can focus on design.

• Adaptive Thread Tension — Automatically balances top and bobbin tension for even stitches on both sides.
  
  
• Consistent Results — Professional-quality stitch appearance, project after project.
  
  
• Worry-Free Sewing — The machine handles tension so you don’t have to.
  
  

More Space for Creative Freedom

• Extended Freearm — 8.5" to the right of the needle gives generous working space.
  
  
• Large Work Area — Ideal for quilting, garment construction, and large-scale pieces.
  
  
• Embroidery Ready - comes with an embroidery module to broaden your creative scope.
  
  

Get the Right Pressure Every Time

Adjust presser foot pressure to suit any material.

• Thin Fabrics — Increase pressure to stabilise lightweight cloth.
  
  
• Thick Fabrics — Decrease pressure for smoother feeding through heavy layers.
  
  
• Customizable Base Setting — Fine-tune the default so every stitch is optimised for the fabric and stitch type.
  
  

On-Screen Support When You Need It

A modern, colourful touch screen keeps controls intuitive.

• Easy Navigation — Clear display and straightforward menus.
  
  
• Built-In Sewing Consultant — On-screen guidance helps you choose the right settings.
  
  
• Fast Tweaks — Use multifunction knobs to apply suggested adjustments instantly.
  
  

Sew Quieter, Faster, Longer, Better

Performance designed for demanding projects.

• 9 mm Stitch Width — Larger decorative and utility stitches with striking results.
  
  
• Jumbo Bobbin — Fewer bobbin changes so you sew longer uninterrupted.
  
  
• Front-Loading Bobbin — Quick to refill and replace.
  
  
• BERNINA Hook System — Reliable, precise stitching at up to 1,000 stitches per minute.
  
  

Automatic Features That Save Time

Let the machine handle routine tasks so you can keep creating.

• Automatic Thread Cutter — Trim threads at the touch of a button.
  
  

• Needle Lift Function — Needle raises automatically for easy fabric handling.
  
  

• Hands-Free Efficiency — Faster setup and less fiddling—more time to sew.

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