BROTHER Innov-is A50
A computerised sewing machine with 50 stitches, including 5 buttonhole types (sewn in one step). You select a stitch with the electronic jog dial, and the LCD shows its number, width and length.
The machine has a needle threader, a reinforcement button, a Start/Stop button, a speed slider and a twin needle mode. You change the stitch width and length with separate keys.
It is lightweight (6.5 kg) and easy to store. It comes with 7 presser feet and a dust cover.
Features
Stitch selection
You select a stitch with the electronic jog dial. The machine has 50 stitches, including 5 buttonhole types (sewn in one step).
You change the stitch width (up to 7 mm) and length (up to 5 mm) with separate keys.
Buttonhole styles: narrow rounded, narrow squared, stretch, heirloom and keyhole. There is also a bar tack stitch, for example to reinforce a pocket opening. The maximum buttonhole length is about 28 mm (diameter + thickness of the button). For the keyhole buttonhole, punch the round end with the eyelet punch and cut the buttonhole open with the seam ripper.
The straight stitch can be sewn in the left or the middle needle position. The machine starts with the left one, and this start-up setting can be changed to the middle one.
Display
The monochrome LCD shows the number of the selected stitch, the stitch width and length, the symbol of the presser foot to use and the needle position.
The display also shows whether automatic reverse/reinforcement stitching is switched on and whether the single needle or twin needle mode is selected.
Needle threading
The needle threader threads the needle in one action. It can be used with needles from 75/11 to 100/16, but not with a wing needle or a twin needle.
With transparent nylon monofilament or other specialty threads, using the needle threader is not recommended – thread the needle eye by hand.
Bobbin
The bobbin is inserted from the top and lies horizontally – this is the Quick Set Bobbin system.
Use only the plastic bobbin supplied with the machine or a bobbin of the same type (SFB, class 15, height 11.5 mm). Other bobbins may damage the machine.
Reinforcement and reverse stitches
The reinforcement button sews 3 to 5 stitches in the same place. While you hold the reverse button, the machine sews reverse or reinforcement stitches, depending on the selected stitch.
With automatic reverse/reinforcement stitching switched on, the machine sews reverse or reinforcement stitches by itself at the beginning and end of sewing. This function switches off when the machine is turned off.
More features
LED light
An LED light illuminates the sewing area.
Speed slider
- The speed set with the slider is the maximum speed you can reach with the foot controller.
- The maximum speed of the machine is 850 stitches per minute.
Start/Stop button
- You start and stop sewing with the button, no foot controller needed.
- With the foot controller connected, the Start/Stop button does not work.
Needle position
- You raise or lower the needle with a button, and pressing it twice sews one stitch.
- When the machine stops, the needle stays down; if you hold the button for about 3 seconds, you can set the needle to stay up.
Snap-on presser feet
- You remove a presser foot by pressing the black button at the back of the presser foot holder, and a new foot snaps on. 7 presser feet are included.
Free arm and accessory compartment
- The flat bed attachment contains an accessory compartment, which you open by pulling its top.
- With the attachment removed, you can sew on the free arm, which makes cylindrical pieces such as sleeve cuffs and trouser legs easier to sew.
Thick fabric
- If thick fabric such as denim does not feed at the start of sewing, use the locking button (black, on the left side) of zigzag foot “J”: the foot stays level and the fabric feeds more smoothly.
- Do not sew fabric thicker than 6 mm – the needle may bend or break.
Twin needle
- You switch on the twin needle mode with a separate key.
- Use only the 2/11 twin needle (code X59296-121) with zigzag foot “J”, and never use the needle threader with it.
- The twin needle can be used only with the stitches that the stitch chart in the manual marks for it, and with satin stitches.
- With an unsuitable stitch the needle may break or the machine may be damaged.
Feed dogs
- The machine has 7-point feed dogs.
- You lower them with a switch at the rear of the machine, on the base – for example when sewing on a button or for free-motion sewing.
- Free-motion quilting needs the quilting foot F005N, which is not included in the box.
Maintenance
- The user must not oil the machine: it was lubricated at the factory with the right amount of oil, so periodic oiling is not needed.
- Unplug the machine before cleaning; clean the bobbin case area with the brush and do not oil it.
Stitches
The chart shows all 50 stitches of the machine. You will find the stitch chart in the user manual too.
Technical specifications
| Number of stitches | 50, including 5 buttonhole types (sewn in one step) |
|---|---|
| Stitch selection | electronic jog dial |
| Display | monochrome LCD, 2.6 inch |
| Maximum sewing speed | 850 stitches per minute |
| Stitch width | up to 7 mm |
| Stitch length | up to 5 mm |
| Maximum buttonhole length | about 28 mm (button diameter + thickness) |
| Workspace | 16 cm |
| Needle plate markings | for an even seam allowance: upper scale every 3 mm (1/8 inch), grid every 5 mm |
| Feed dogs | 7-point, can be lowered |
| Needle threader | one-action; for needles 75/11–100/16, not for wing or twin needles |
| Compatible needles | home sewing machine needles, sizes 65/9–100/16 |
| Recommended threads | 30–90 wt (according to the manual's table), silk 30–80 wt; thread of 20 wt or lower (heavier thread) must not be used |
| Bobbin | Plastic, horizontal, class 15, height 11.5 mm (SFB) |
| Twin needle | 2/11 (code X59296-121), only with zigzag foot “J” |
| Thread cutting | manual, thread cutter on the left side of the machine |
| Upper thread tension | manual, dial on the machine |
| Bobbin winder | built-in bobbin winder |
| Lighting | LED |
| Dimensions | 419 × 196 × 307 mm |
| Weight | 6.5 kg |
| Country of origin | Vietnam |
| Intended use | Household use (according to the Brother manual) |
| Warranty | 3 years (1 year for commercial use, according to Brother) |
In the box
In the box, according to the official Brother included-accessories sheet.
- Zigzag foot “J” (on the machine)
- Monogramming foot “N”
- Overcasting foot “G”
- Zipper foot “I”
- Blind stitch foot “R”
- Button fitting foot “M”
- Buttonhole foot “A”
- Needle set: 75/11 – 2 pcs, 90/14 – 2 pcs, 90/14 ball point (gold colour) – 2 pcs
- Twin needle (2/11)
- Bobbins, 4 pcs (SFB; one inserted in the machine)
- Seam ripper
- Cleaning brush
- Eyelet punch
- Disc-shaped screwdriver
- Screwdriver (large)
- Screwdriver (small)
- Extra spool pin
- Thread spool caps: large, medium (on the machine), small
- Spool net
- Bobbin case (inserted in the machine)
- Foot controller
- Accessory bag
- Dust cover
- Operation manual and quick reference guide
Optional accessories (not included in the box)
The walking foot can only be used with straight or zigzag stitches, without reverse stitches, at slow to medium speed; thread the needle before attaching the foot. List compiled from the Brother operation manual and the Brother support page section 'Consumables & Options' for this model.
- Seam accuracy kit FP01
- Decorative edge presser foot kit FP02
- Patchwork presser foot kit FP03
- Bobbins and bobbin clips (BCL)
- Bobbins, 10 pcs (SFB)
- Bobbin work kit BWRK1
- Circular attachment CIRC1
- Gathering foot F012N
- Cording foot F013N
- Binding foot F014N
- 5-hole cording foot F019N
- 7-hole cording foot F020N
- Braiding foot F021N
- Clear-view foot F023N
- Fringe foot F025N
- Open toe foot F027N
- Pearls and sequins foot F028N
- Pin tuck foot F058 (7-groove)
- Open toe foot F060
- Pin tuck foot F069 (5-groove)
- Adjustable binder foot F071
- Ruffler foot F078
- Creative sewing pack CSP1 (5 presser feet)
- Creative sewing pack CSP2 (5 presser feet)
- Narrow hemmer foot F002N
- Non-stick foot F007N
- Blind stitch foot F017N (for edge stitching, attaching lace and joining fabric edges)
- Stitch guide foot F035N
- Adjustable zipper & piping foot F036N
- Picot foot F039N
- Straight stitch foot F042N
- Side cutter F054
- Edge joining foot F056
- Vertical stitch alignment foot F063
- Stitch in the ditch foot F065
- Roller foot F066
- Piping foot F067
- Narrow zipper foot F079
- Concealed zipper foot F004N
- Concealed zipper foot F080 (no need to press the zipper edges before sewing)
- Binding buttonhole foot 2 F084
- Seam guide SG1
- Bi-level foot, right F081
- Bi-level foot, left F082
- 1/4-inch patchwork foot F001N
- Quilting foot F005N
- Quilting guide F016N
- Walking foot F033N
- 1/4-inch patchwork foot with guide F057
- Open toe quilting foot F061
- Open toe walking foot F062
- Dynamic walking foot set F085
- Interchangeable toe set for dynamic walking foot F086
- Creative quilting kit QKM2
- Free motion guide grip FMG2
- Spanish hemstitch attachment F090
- Wide table WT15
Manuals
Any questions?
Call +370 685 85915 or email info@siuvimomanija.lt. We will help you check whether this sewing machine is right for your work.