Is This Machine Right For You?
Expert insights for the Juki TL-18QVP Haruka Quilting Machine
This machine is great if you:
- You regularly quilt and need a large work area for bigger projects
- You sew multiple layers of fabric, leather, velvet, or other heavier materials
- You want industrial-style speed and construction in a home sewing machine
- You do free-motion quilting and want a drop-feed function with a knee lifter
- You make bags or other projects that benefit from strong, consistent straight stitching
This machine may NOT be ideal if you:
- You need decorative stitches, embroidery, or built-in stitch variety
- You want a machine designed mainly for beginners and simple everyday sewing
- You need a lightweight machine that is easy to move frequently
- You mostly work with lightweight fabrics and do not need heavy-duty performance
- You want an overlock or serger machine for seam finishing
Why Many People Love This Machine
The TL-18QVP Haruka is built around strong, precise straight stitching and smooth fabric handling. The float function, speed control, large work area, and included quilting feet make it especially useful when working with thick seams and multiple layers.
Popular Projects for This Machine
"If quilting, bag making, and heavy-fabric sewing are your priorities, the TL-18QVP Haruka is a strong fit. Its semi-industrial construction and practical quilting features make it a good choice for experienced sewists who want more control and durability."
FEATURES
Float Function (micro-lifter) 【NEW】
Now equipped with the same mechanism as JUKI industrial sewing machines for preventing uneven sewing on quilts and velvet, as well as stretched stitches on knit fabrics. The presser foot floats 0 to 2 mm above the material, making it useful for sewing over thick seams.
The height of the presser foot can be adjusted by turning the micro-lifter dial to allow the sewing machine to begin sewing with the presser foot slightly lifted (by approximately up to 2 mm).
Sub Tension Unit
No matter the thread type, sub-tension ensures stitches are sewn with a balanced thread tension. Achieve Perfectly balanced threads with every stitch.
Strongly twisted threads can make for unruly stitches. (above)
Sub-tension creates steady stitches by putting an end to stitches that come up.(below)
Sewing Speed Control
The sewing speed can be set between 200 and 1,500 stitches per minute when using the foot controller.
Automatic Needle Threader
The automatic needle threader quickly and easily threads the needle without eyestrain, allowing you to change thread colors as often as you wish.
Attachment Mounting Plate【NEW】
A separate attachment mounting plate for installing fabric guides and other attachments.
This extends the life of the sewing machine, as it can now be replaced when the mounting holes become damaged.
LED Sewing Light Brightness Adjustment Switch 【NEW / JUKI Orijinal】
A switch in the needle area allows you to adjust the brightness of the light between high,medium, low and off.
Adjust the brightness to make hard-to-see seams and stitching area easier to see.
Larger Work Area
With a large work area of up to 23 inches (with auxiliary table attached), the TL-18QVP can handle large quilts with ease.
Other Features
Presser Foot Pressure Adjustment
Turn the regulator on top of the machine to adjust the presser foot pressure according to the thickness of the fabric.
Needle Up/Down and Slow-Motion Switch【JUKI Orijinal】
Each press of the needle up/down switch moves the needle halfway up or down.
Hold the switch down to sew a slow single stitch ― useful when sewing corners and at the end of stitching.
Drop Feed
The feed dog can be raised and lowered by moving the lever. Perform free-motion quilting and free-hand embroidery with ease.
Foot Controller with Thread Trimming Function
Automatically trim thread by pressing the controller with your heel.
*Automatic thread trimming can be turned off by attaching a foot switch stopper.
Sturdy Die-Cast Aluminum Frame
Machine body is made of a die-cast aluminum frame, minimizing vibration and noise.
Professional performance is maintained by employing the same technology found in JUKI industrial sewing machines.
Bobbin Case
Open or close the bobbin case latch to allow the vertical bobbin case to be inserted into or removed from the machine with ease. This bobbin case also allows you to adjust the bobbin thread tension.
Knee Lifter Lever
The knee lifter lever allows you to lift/lower the presser foot without using your hands.
The presser foot can be raised as high as 12 mm, making it easy to insert thick fabrics and large projects.
Machine Threading
The slit in the thread take-up makes threading extremely easy.
Accessories to Expand and Enhance Your Quilting Experience
1/4" Presser Foot
Creates even 1/4 inch seams for perfect piecing.
Compensating Presser Foot
Use for stabilizing stitching 1/4" (6.5 mm) to the left of a thick seam.
Even Feed Foot
Powerfully feeds multiple fabric layers from both top and bottom without shifting.
Quilt Guide for Even Feed Foot
Measures rows for evenly spaced quilt lines.
Quilting Foot Front Open Toe
Allows for more visibility during free motion quilting.
1/5" Quilting Foot
Use for free motion quilting to glide smoothly and evenly over fabric layers.
1/4" Quilting Foot
Create equally spaced free motion quilting lines, perfect for echo quilting.
Specifications
- Dimensions: 452(W) x 350(H) x 219(D)mm
- Arm Size: 215(W) x 150(H)mm / 8.5"(W) x 6"(H)
- Auxiliary Table Dimensions: 590(W) x 335(D)mm / 23"(W) x 13"(D)
- Dimensions with Auxiliary Table: 720(W) x 335(D)mm
- Weight: 11.5kg / 24.5LB
- Sewing Speed: Min. 55 - Max. 1,500SPM
- Needle: HAx1(130/705H) HLx5 #9-#18
- Auto Thread Trimming: ✓
- Thread Cutter: ✓
- Speed Control Knob: ✓
- Automatic Needle Threader: ✓
- Thread Tension Dial Scale: ✓
- Sub Tension Unit: ✓
- Needle Stop Position: Down
- Needle Up/Down & Low-Speed Inch Sewing Button: ✓
- Drop Feed: ✓
- Presser Foot Pressure Adjustment: Stepless Adjustment
- Float Function (Micro-Lifter): ✓
- Presser Foot Lift (1 Step/2 Steps): By lever Max. 10mm, by knee lifter Max. 12mm
- Stitch Length: 0 - 6 mm
- Light: LED with 4-steps brightness adjustment switch
- Type of Hook: Horizontal-axis Full-rotary Hook
- Bobbin Case: Bobbin case with bobbin holder/removal function by latch
- Attachment Mounting Plate: ✓
- Foot Controller: ✓ with thread trimming function
- Auxiliary Table: ✓
- Knee Lifter Lever: ✓
Accessories
- Standard Presser Foot
- Hemming Foot
- Zipper Attaching Foot
- Even Feed Foot
- 1/5" Quilting Foot
- 1/4" Quilting Foot
- Quilting Foot Front Open Toe
- 1/4" Compensating Presser Foot
- 1/4" Presser Foot
Other Accessories
- Quilt Guide for Even Feed Foot
- Bobbins (4)
- Needles (HAx1)
- Foot Controller
- Foot Switch Stopper
- Auxiliary Table
- Knee Lifter Lever
- Sewing Machine Cover
- Power Cord
- Exclusive Screwdriver
- Screwdriver (Small)
- Oiler
- Spool Cap
- Cleaning Brush
- Instruction Manual
OPTIONAL PARTS
1/4" Quilting Foot (for Ruler)
Echo Quilting Foot
Quilting Foot Side Open Toe
