Brother KE-430HX – Versatile Electronic Direct Drive Bartack Machine
Regular price
$6,071.79 USD
Freight charges will be determined and collected at the time of shipping.
To learn more about available configurations and optional accessories, contact our specialist Rob Patterson.
Rob Patterson
The Brother KE-430HX is a high-speed electronic bartack machine designed to handle light, medium, heavy, and knitted materials. Its powerful direct-drive system supports precision sewing across a wide fabric range, making it ideal for garment manufacturers that require both speed and adaptability. With a maximum speed of 3,300 stitches per minute, a wide sewing area, and programmable stitch patterns, the KE-430HX delivers consistent, high-quality results. It comes equipped with a pulse motor-driven feed mechanism, automatic thread trimming, and internal memory for up to 500 programmable patterns (with optional expansion).
Key Features:
- Suitable for light, medium, heavy, and knit fabrics
- Max. speed: 3,300 stitches/min
- Sewing area: up to 40 mm × 30 mm (approx. 1.57 in × 1.18 in)
- Pulse-motor drive system with Y-axis intermittent feed mechanism
- Stitch length: 0.05–12.7 mm
- Automatic thread trimmer and wiper included
- Built-in internal memory with up to 89 preset patterns (expandable to 500 total patterns)
- Max. 5,000 stitches per pattern
- Shuttle hook; optional double shuttle hook
- Work clamp lift: Max. 17 mm (0.67 in)
Technical Specifications:
- Model: KE-430HX
- Application: Light, medium, heavy, and knitted materials
- Lubrication: Semi-dry
- Max Sewing Speed: 3,300 stitches per minute
- Sewing Area: Max. 40 mm × 30 mm (1.57 in × 1.18 in)
- Stitch Length: 0.05–12.7 mm
- Feed Mechanism: Y-axis intermittent feed (pulse-motor driven)
- Thread Trimmer: Automatic
- Thread Wiper: Included
- Thread Nipper: Standard (for -01, -03, -0K); optional for -05
- Presser Foot Lift: Max. 17 mm (0.67 in)
- Rotary Hook: Shuttle hook (double optional)
- Motor: AC Servo Motor – 550W Direct Drive
- Power Supply: Single-phase 100V/220V, 3-phase 220V/380V/400V
- Weight: Machine head: approx. 58 kg (127.9 lbs), Control box: approx. 7 kg (15.4 lbs), Operation panel: 0.5 kg (1.1 lbs)
- Data Storage: Internal memory for 89 preset patterns, expandable to 500 total patterns
- Cycle Programs: 30 cycles (50 programs per cycle)
Enhance your setup by including these Optional Add-Ons:
- BKX430H00000000124: 220 Volt Control Box
Why Choose the KE-430HX?
The KE-430HX offers maximum flexibility across all fabric types — including delicate knits — while delivering top-tier speed and pattern precision. It's the go-to choice for high-output manufacturers needing speed without sacrificing control.