Is This Machine Right For You?
Expert insights for the Juki Kirei HZL-NX7 Computerized Long Arm Sewing and Quilting Machine
This machine is great if you:
- You want a premium computerized machine for sewing and quilting
- You regularly work on large quilts and need a spacious 12-inch throat area
- You sew multiple layers and want better control over shifting fabrics
- You enjoy quilting features such as free-motion sewing, pivoting, and micro-lifter control
- You want a wide selection of stitches along with touchscreen controls and automatic thread trimming
This machine may NOT be ideal if you:
- You mainly need a basic machine for simple sewing and alterations
- You need built-in embroidery capabilities
- You prefer a mechanical machine with minimal digital controls
- You have limited workspace for a long-arm machine and its accessories
- You rarely quilt and would not use the larger workspace or advanced fabric-feeding features
Why Many People Love This Machine
The HZL-NX7 combines a spacious long-arm design with JUKI's Smart Feed system and computerized controls. The large throat space, interchangeable straight-stitch system, and micro-lifter function make it especially useful for precise piecing and bulky quilting projects.
"If you want one premium machine for both advanced sewing and quilting, the HZL-NX7 is a strong fit. It is particularly well suited to experienced sewists who need extra workspace and precise fabric handling for larger projects."
FEATURES
Interchangeable Single Needle System【NEW】
Effortlessly switch to a straight stitch sewing machine with the revolutionary interchangeable Single Needle System.
Create perfect stitches from beginning to end. No pulling, bunching or pushing fabrics into the needle opening. Smooth handling for perfect piecing, close edges, curves, layers and more.
Using provided T-screwdriver; Install feed dogs, a throat plate, as well as a presser foot for an exclusive straight stitch experience and achieve precise sewing known previously only to JUKI Industrial sewing machines.
- Straight throat plate
- Straight feed dog
- Straight presser foot (S)
- Standard throat plate
- Standard feed dog
- Standard presser foot (A)
Equipped with JUKI Smart Feed (JSF)【NEW】
Engage the JUKI Smart Feed (dual feed function) to move the top layer of your fabric in sync with the lower layer. Perfect for Points, precision and quilt layers.
Adjust the feed amount in increments of 0.2mm for beautiful stitching without worried of shifting layered fabrics.
Large Illuminated Workspace
Dual LED Lighting to illuminate the large workspace with an addition of 2 lights over the needle for extra light where you focus.
Adjustable Lighting for any color fabrics. Need more light on dark fabrics? Less light on light fabrics? Set the lighting to best fit your daily sewing.
Variable Foot Lift Function【NEW】
The Micro-lifter Presser Foot【NEW】
The micro-lifter presser foot function reduces uneven sewing on quilts and velvets.
Pivot Function
Easily sew appliques with the pivot function.
Before you begin sewing, raise the presser foot and your feed dogs automatically lower for easy placement of fabrics.
(Left) Used this function (Right) Not used this function
Easy Set up with the Touch Screen Display【NEW】
Adjustable width/length/needle position while sewing. Thread tension will automatically adjust with stitch length and zigzag width.
You can change thread tension with this slide bar.
Select, combine, and save your favorite stitches from and easy-to-use, full-screen list of stitches!
Sew Beautiful Buttonholes with Ease
Achieve the optimal finish with our original sensor system.
Free-motion Sewing
Lower the feed dogs with the touch of a button. For smooth and effortless free-motion sewing. Transparent quilt presser foot can be used with ruler work (ruler optional).
Customize Your Favorite Functions
351 Built-in Stitch Patterns
Bobbin Thread Counter
Automatic Back Tacking, Thread Trimming and Presser Foot Lifting
Foot Switch Functions
Changeable Presser Foot Lifting Height
Operation Guide
Box Feed - JUKI Industrial Sewing Machine Technology
Thick denim folded into three layers for a flat fell seam. Evenly sews thick fabrics effortlessly.
The BOX Feed system stays in contact with your fabrics longer for a consistent, reliable seam every time.
No fabric shrinkage even sewing on light weight cotton.
Evenly feeds hard-to-sew high pile fabrics.
Standard Accessories
Auxiliary Box
Auxiliary box for storing accessories.
Sewing Machine Cover
Sewing machine cover can store all accessories.
Knee-lifting Lever
Highly responsive electric knee-lifting lever.
Foot Controller
Foot switch can be positioned on left or right.
Specifications
| Control System | Computer (Arm Size 304 mm) |
| Dimensions | 575 (W) x 310 (H) x 240 (D) mm |
| Weight | 14.8 kg / 32.1 lbs |
| Maximum Sewing Speed | 1,050 sti/min |
| Number of Stitch Patterns | 351 |
| Alphabetic / Numeric Fonts | 4 |
| Japanese Letters Font | 1 |
| Buttonhole | Automatic Sensor System with Clamping Plate Cutting Width Adjustment Length: 0.7 - 3.2 cm |
| Start / Stop Indicator |
Green: Ready to start / Sewing Red: Not ready to start Orange: Lock stitch function during pattern sewing |
| Adjustable Starting / Reverse Stitch Speed | ✓ |
| Auto Thread Trimming | ✓ |
| Thread Cutter | ✓ |
| Automatic Needle Threader | One-Hand Operation |
| Thread Tension System | Automatic Digital |
| Needle Up / Down Button | ✓ |
| Low-Speed Inching Sewing | ✓ |
| Needle Stop Position | Down |
| Needle Stop Position Switching | ✓ |
| Lock Stitch |
Reverse Stitch Reinforcement Stitch Automatic Lock Stitch, Thread Trimming and Presser Foot Lifting |
| Feed Mechanism | 7-Point BOX Feed |
| JUKI Smart Feed | ✓ |
| Presser Foot Pressure Adjustment | Stepless Digital Adjustment with LCD Numerical Display |
| Auto Presser Foot Lift System | ✓ |
| Micro-Lifter | - |
| Straight-Line Stitching Function | Straight Throat Plate, Straight Feed Dog and Straight Presser Foot |
| Presser Foot Pivot Function | ✓ |
| Presser Foot Lift |
Button: 6 / 8 / 10 / 12 mm Lever: 6 / 12 mm Knee Lifter: 6 / 8 / 10 / 12 mm |
| Horizontal Presser Foot Holder Button | ✓ |
| Drop Feed | ✓ |
| Quick Bobbin Preparation | ✓ |
| Easy Bobbin Winding | Independent Motor |
| Bobbin Thread Detection | Bobbin Thread Counter |
| Stitch Length | Maximum 5 mm |
| Stitch Width | Maximum 7 mm |
| Number of Needle Positions | 37 / According to Pattern |
| Pattern Reverse | Up / Down and Left / Right |
| Twin Needle Sewing | ✓ (Optional Twin Needle) |
| Lock Mode | ✓ |
| Elongation | ✓ |
| Save / Call Patterns | 10 Patterns |
| Light | 6 LED Lights |
| Hook Type | Horizontal Hook |
| Free Arm | ✓ |
| Cord Reel | - |
| Knee Lifting | Electric Knee Lifting Control |
| Foot Controller | Separate Foot Switch with 6 Selectable Functions |
| Wide Table | ✓ |
| Accessory Storage | Accessory Box |
| Sewing Machine Cover | Soft Cover with Accessory Storage |
| Operation Support | Operation Guide |
Accessories
| Standard Presser Foot (A) | Included |
| Straight Presser Foot (S) | Included |
| Zipper Presser Foot (B) | Included |
| Overcasting Presser Foot (C) | Included |
| Blind Stitch Presser Foot (D) | Included |
| Buttonhole Presser Foot (E) | Included |
| Manual Buttonhole Presser Foot (I) | Included |
| Open Toe Presser Foot (O) | Included |
| Patchwork Presser Foot (P) | Included |
| Quilt Presser Foot (for Ruler) (Q) | Included |
| 7mm Guide Foot / 1/4" Guide Foot | Included |
Other Accessories
| Straight Throat Plate | Included |
| Straight Feed Dog | Included |
| Touch Pen | Included |
| Bobbin (4) | Included |
| Needle Set HA × 1 (#11, #14, #16, Knit #11) | Included |
| Quilt Guide | Included |
| Auxiliary Spool Pin | Included |
| T-Shape Screwdriver | Included |
| Ripper | Included |
| Cleaning Brush | Included |
| Spool Caps - Large / Medium / Small | Included |
| Foot Controller | Included |
| Knee-Lifting Lever | Included |
| Power Cord | Included |
| Wide Table | Included |
| Sewing Machine Cover | Included |
| Instruction Manual | Included |
Included Accessories
| Standard Presser Foot (A) | Included |
| Straight Presser Foot (S) | Included |
| Zipper Presser Foot (B) | Included |
| Overcasting Presser Foot (C) | Included |
| Blind Stitch Presser Foot (D) | Included |
| Buttonhole Presser Foot (E) | Included |
| Manual Buttonhole Presser Foot (I) | Included |
| Open Toe Presser Foot (O) | Included |
| Patchwork Presser Foot (P) | Included |
| Quilt Presser Foot (for Ruler) (Q) | Included |
| 7mm Guide Foot (7) | Included |
| 1/4" Guide Foot (1/4) | Included |
| Quilt Guide | Included |
| Straight Throat Plate | Included |
| Straight Feed Dog | Included |
| Touch Pen | Included |
| Bobbin (4) | Included |
| Needle Set HA × 1 (#11, #14, #16, Knit #11) | Included |
| Auxiliary Spool Pin | Included |
| T-Shape Screwdriver | Included |
| Ripper | Included |
| Cleaning Brush | Included |
| Spool Caps - Large / Medium / Small | Included |
| Foot Controller | Included |
| Knee-Lifting Lever | Included |
| Power Cord | Included |
| Wide Table | Included |
| Sewing Machine Cover | Included |
| Instruction Manual | Included |
Optional Accessories
| Button Attaching Presser Foot | Optional |
| Zipper Presser Foot (Matte Type / Smart Feed) | Optional |
| Narrow Zipper Foot | Optional |
| Invisible Zipper Foot | Optional |
| Smooth Presser Foot | Optional |
| Roller Foot | Optional |
| Hemming Presser Foot for Zigzag | Optional |
| Straight Stitch Presser Foot (Matte Type / Smart Feed) | Optional |
| Binder Presser Foot | Optional |
| Pintuck Foot - Narrow | Optional |
| Pintuck Foot - Wide | Optional |
| Patchwork Presser Foot (Matte Type / Smart Feed) | Optional |
| 1/4" Guide Foot (Matte Type / Smart Feed) | Optional |
| 7mm Guide Foot (Matte Type / Smart Feed) | Optional |
| Presser Foot with Guide | Optional |
| Ditch Sewing Presser Foot | Optional |
| Compact Guide Edge Sewing Foot | Optional |
| Quilt Presser Foot | Optional |
| Quilt Presser Foot - Open Type | Optional |
| Quilt Presser Foot - Zigzag Type | Optional |
| Appliqué Presser Foot | Optional |
| Pearl Attaching Presser Foot | Optional |
| Fringe Foot | Optional |
| Cording and Embroidery Presser Foot | Optional |
| Cording Presser Foot for 3 Cords | Optional |
| 7 Hole Cording Foot | Optional |
| Adapter Shank | Optional |
| Twin Needle | Optional |
| Dedicated Hook for Thick Thread Decoration | Optional |
| Stitch Area Magnifier | Optional |
| Thread Stand | Optional |
| Magnetic Gauge | Optional |
| Ruler Kit (HZL Type) | Optional |
| Ruler Set | Optional |
STITCH PATTERNS
SEWING SAMPLES
Quilting tapestry with free motion
