Bring designer-level embroidery projects to life right from your home studio with the Janome Memory Craft 500E Limited Edition. Specifically engineered focusing solely on high-end embroidery, the MC500ELE delivers commercial-grade precision without the learning curve of a multi-needle unit. Boasting an expansive embroidery field, robust editing controls, and an included extra-wide extension table, this computerized powerhouse provides boutique shop capabilities at an accessible, home-friendly value.
Key Features
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Expansive Embroidery Field: Generous maximum embroidery area of 7.8 inches by 11 inches accommodates large scale jacket backs, quilts, and bridal wear without re-hooping.
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Four Included Hoops: Comes packed with four high-tension hoops (RE28b: 7.8" x 11", SQ20b: 7.9" x 7.9", RE20b: 5.5" x 7.9", and SQ14b: 5.5" x 5.5") to match any project scale.
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Advanced On-Screen Editing: High-resolution, full-color LCD touchscreen allows you to layout, rotate, flip, resize, combine, and monogram designs directly on the machine.
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Time-Saving Performance: Clocking speeds up to 860 stitches per minute with an automated built-in thread trimmer and an advanced needle threader to maximize production.
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Smart Automation Sensors: Features an integrated bobbin thread sensor that pauses production and alerts you before thread runs out, preventing ruined blanks.
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Direct Stitch Jump: Easily jump directly to any desired stitch point or color section within a design to correct issues or skip sections cleanly.
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Seamless USB Connectivity: Effortlessly transfer custom designs from your computer directly into the machine’s internal memory using standard USB flash drives.
Why Customers Love This Machine
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Industrial Capability, Single-Needle Ease: Get the massive embroidery field typically reserved for expensive multi-needle machines, wrapped in an easy-to-thread, intuitive single-needle footprint.
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No More Project Cramping: The included extra-wide extension table supports heavy blankets, heavy hoodies, and large drapes, neutralizing drag and fabric pulling for perfect stitch registration.
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Intuitive Layout Control: The full-color touchscreen eliminates guesswork. You can see your exact thread colors and design layouts before dropping the needle.
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Flawless Monogramming: With 6 built-in monogramming fonts and automated hoop position adjustments, customizing linens, towels, and gifts is fast and uniform.
Perfect For
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Boutique Home Businesses: Ideal for Etsy sellers and custom apparel creators scaling up production with larger hoop sizes.
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Passionate Quilters: Perfect for those wanting to embroider intricate quilt blocks and large-scale borders seamlessly.
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Aspirational Hobbyists: Anyone looking to upgrade from a basic combo sewing/embroidery machine to a dedicated, high-capacity embroidery workstation.
Included Accessories
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RE28b Embroidery Hoop (7.8" x 11")
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SQ20b Embroidery Hoop (7.9" x 7.9")
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RE20b Embroidery Hoop (5.5" x 7.9")
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SQ14b Embroidery Hoop (5.5" x 5.5")
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Extra Wide Extension Table
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Fabric Dust Cover
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Embroidery Foot
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Specialized Bobbin Holder for Embroidery
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Bobbins (5 pieces)
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Needle Set
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Screwdriver (Large and Key-style)
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Lint Brush
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Seam Ripper
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Spool Caps (Large, Small, and Special)
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Extra Spool Pin
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Touch Panel Stylus
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Power Cable
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Instructional Manual and DVD
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USB Cable
Specifications
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Machine Type: Dedicated Computerized Embroidery Machine (No sewing function)
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Maximum Embroidery Size: 7.8 inches x 11 inches
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Maximum Embroidery Speed: 860 Stitches Per Minute (SPM)
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Built-in Embroidery Designs: 160 designs
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Built-in Monogramming Fonts: 6 fonts (plus 2 and 3 letter monogram functions)
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Screen Type: Full-color LCD touchscreen
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Connection Type: USB Port (Host)
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Threading System: Built-in advanced needle threader
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Thread Cutter: Automatic programmable thread trimmer
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Bobbin Type: Top-loading full rotary hook bobbin with clear cover
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Stitch Jump Function: Direct jump to desired stitch point or color section
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I sew regular garments or do utility stitching with the MC500ELE? No, the Janome Memory Craft 500E Limited Edition is a dedicated embroidery machine. It does not have a feed dog system or utility stitches for regular sewing construction. It is designed to deliver elite-level embroidery performance alongside your existing sewing machine.
Do I need special software to get designs from my computer onto this machine? No specialized software is mandatory for basic file transfers. The machine reads standard .JEF embroidery files. You can save downloaded designs directly onto a standard USB flash drive from your computer and plug it into the machine.
What types of embroidery files does this machine read? The Janome MC500E LE natively reads .JEF and .JEF+ embroidery file formats.
Does this machine cut the jump stitches automatically? Yes, the machine features an automatic built-in thread trimmer that cuts your top and bobbin threads efficiently, drastically minimizing the manual trimming needed after a design is finished.
