Compatible with Babylock Sewing Machine Models:
BL500A (Jane) & BLQP (Quilter's Choice Pro).
Compatible with Brother Sewing Machine Models:
PQ1300, PQ1500 and PQ1500S.
Compatible with Janome (Newhome) Sewing Machine Models:
444, 1600P, 1600P-DB, 1600P-DBX and MC6600.
Compatible with Juki Sewing Machine Models:
DDL-8700, TL98Q, TL98QE & TL98E.
Compatible with Pfaff Sewing Machine Models:
1200 Grand Quilter.
Compatible with Husqvarna Viking Sewing Machine Models:
Mega Quilter.
Compatible with White Sewing Machine Models:
3900F.
For Necchi Sewing Machine Models: Automatic Super Nova (High Shank)
For Janome(Newhome) Sewing Machine Models:444
For Husqvarna Viking Sewing Machine Models:2760, 2761, 2780, 2781, 2840 & 2841
For White Sewing Machine Models:3900F
A sewing machine shank is the metal arm that holds the presser foot. The main differences between shank types are their height, angle, and compatibility with presser feet. Measuring from the center of the presser foot thumb screw down to the needle plate (with the foot down) determines the specific shank type.
Low Shank Measurement: About 1/2 inch (12 mm) from the screw to the needle plate.
Usage: Standard on most modern home and beginner sewing machines.
Details: Most general-purpose, affordable, and snap-on presser feet are designed for low shanks.
High Shank Measurement: About 1 inch (25 mm) or more from the screw to the needle plate.Usage: Common on heavy-duty, semi-professional, and industrial machines, as well as high-end quilting models.Details: Provides more clearance under the foot for thick materials and specialized ruler work.
Slant Shank Measurement: About 3/4 inch with an obvious forward slant.Usage: Found almost exclusively on vintage Singer machines.Details: The needle enters at an angle, requiring specialized slant-shank feet.
Specialty Systems (Bernina & Pfaff)Measurement: Proprietary designs unique to the brand.Usage: Used by brands like Bernina and some Pfaff models.Details: Require brand-specific adapters or specialized clip-on feet that do not interchange with standard low or high shank accessories.
