Brother NX-400Q
Computerized sewing and quilting machine
Brother lists the SA156 bobbin and SA120, SA129 and SA140 presser feet for the NX-400Q.
Verified compatibility
4 verified relationships.
| Part or system | Relationship | Status | Evidence note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brother SA156 Bobbin | Officially compatible | CONFIRMED | Brother lists NX-400Q for use with the SA156 clear plastic Class 15 bobbin. |
| Brother SA120 Gathering Foot | Officially compatible | CONFIRMED | Brother includes NX-400Q in the SA120 compatibility list. |
| Brother SA129 Free Motion Foot | Officially compatible | CONFIRMED | Brother includes NX-400Q in the SA129 compatibility list. |
| Brother SA140 Walking Foot | Officially compatible | CONFIRMED | Brother includes NX-400Q in the SA140 compatibility list. |
Machine specifications
- Wide quilting table
- Included
- Knee lifter
- Included
- Hard carrying case
- Included
- Machine format
- Lightweight computerized sewing and quilting
About this machine
The Brother Innov-is NX400Q is a discontinued lightweight sewing and quilting machine. Brother specifically documents an extra-wide quilting table, knee-lifter support and a hard carrying case, positioning the model for quilting classes, travel and handling larger fabric pieces.
The Q suffix is meaningful
Brother describes NX400Q as a quilting model and includes an extra-wide table and knee-lifter setup. Those package details are enough to distinguish NX400Q from NX400, even though the two model names are close and some accessories overlap.
Portability is part of the original design brief
Brother explicitly promoted the NX400Q for quilting classes, trade shows and quilting groups. The hard case and lightweight format support portable use.
Do not invent missing numbers from adjacent NX models
Brother's surviving NX400Q page does not expose the same complete specification table as NX570Q.
What this machine is used for
- Quilting
- General sewing
- Portable sewing and classes
- Large fabric projects
Sources and scope
Compatibility is limited to the current Brother USA accessory lists. Regional models and revisions may differ.
- SA156 Clear Plastic Bobbins 10-Pack Brother USA · Official accessory compatibility page · Tier 2
- Brother USA documentation Brother USA · Documentation · Tier 2
- SA120 Gathering Foot Brother USA · Official accessory compatibility page · Tier 1
- SA129 Free Motion Foot Brother USA · Official accessory compatibility page · Tier 1
- SA140 Walking Foot for 7mm Stitch Width Sewing Machines Brother USA · Official accessory compatibility page · Tier 1
Catalog source-link check completed September 2026. This maintenance check did not reverify every factual claim. See how factual verification differs from maintenance checks.