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Brother PQ1600S needle size

The exact machine name and needle system determine fit. This page transcribes the cited manufacturer manual and keeps fabric use, insertion and specialty-needle notes together.

Fabric and size chart

• The PQ1600S manual specifies HLx5 needles, with #11–#16 sizes for quilting.

Insert and replace

Insert the needle with the flat side to the right until it reaches the stopper, then tighten the clamp.

Manufacturer source

Brother PQ1600S operation manual ↗

Source market: US English · Checked October 23, 2026. Verify the full model label, fabric and current manual before sewing.

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