Domestic machine record

Brother ULT-2001

Computerized domestic sewing and embroidery machine

Compatibility answer

Brother lists the SA155 bobbin and SA120, SA129 and SA140 presser feet for the ULT-2001. SA129 requires a low-shank adapter on PC and ULT series machines.

Verified compatibility

4 verified relationships.

Part or systemRelationshipStatusEvidence note
Brother SA155 Bobbin Officially compatible CONFIRMED Brother lists ULT-2001 for use with the SA155 clear plastic embroidery bobbin.
Brother SA120 Gathering Foot Officially compatible CONFIRMED Brother includes ULT-2001 in the SA120 compatibility list.
Brother SA129 Free Motion Foot Requires adapter CONFIRMED Brother includes ULT-2001 in the SA129 compatibility list and states that ULT/PC series machines require a low-shank adapter.
Brother SA140 Walking Foot Officially compatible CONFIRMED Brother includes ULT-2001 in the SA140 compatibility list.

Machine specifications

Machine dimensions
47.0 x 30.8 x 25.3 cm
Machine weight
11 kg / 25 lb; 12.5 kg / 28 lb with case
Sewing speed
70 to 850 stitches per minute
Needle specification in manual
HA x 130 home sewing machine needles
Large embroidery area
26 x 16 cm / 10-1/4 x 6-1/4 in
Medium embroidery area
10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4 in
Small embroidery area
2 x 6 cm / 1 x 2-1/2 in
Embroidery unit dimensions
43.1 x 12.2 x 40.5 cm
Confirmed bobbin
Brother SA155 clear plastic 9.4-size embroidery bobbin

About this machine

The Brother ULT-2001 is a legacy computerized sewing and embroidery machine with a detachable embroidery unit, LCD-guided operation and a 26 x 16 cm maximum frame area documented in its manual. Current Brother accessory records still identify the exact model for the SA155 embroidery bobbin and several specialty feet.

The ULT model number matters

Brother's current support system still identifies ULT2001 separately from ULT2002D. In particular, Brother's current Disney-design support list explicitly names ULT2002D and does not name ULT2001.

SA129 is not a simple direct-fit claim

Brother lists the ULT series for the SA129 free-motion foot, but its accessory guidance says PC and ULT series machines require a low-shank adapter.

Legacy software support is still model-specific

Brother's current support database lists this exact ULT model as compatible with PE-Design software and says its built-in machine memory cannot be expanded. Historical support information does not establish compatibility with modern software releases or storage media.

What this machine is used for

  • general sewing
  • machine embroidery
  • decorative sewing

Sources and scope

Compatibility is limited to the current Brother USA accessory lists. Regional models and revisions may differ.

  1. SA155 Clear Plastic 9.4 Size Embroidery Bobbins (10-Pack) Brother USA · Official accessory compatibility page · Tier 1
  2. manualowl.com: 255881 manualowl.com · Instruction manual · Tier 3
  3. Brother support documentation Brother · Support documentation · Tier 2
  4. Brother support documentation Brother · Support documentation · Tier 2
  5. SA120 Gathering Foot Brother USA · Official accessory compatibility page · Tier 1
  6. SA129 Free Motion Foot Brother USA · Official accessory compatibility page · Tier 1
  7. 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.