Bernina Adjustable Ruler Foot #72

The BERNINA Adjustable Ruler Foot #72 opens up creative ruler quilting techniques on your BERNINA sewing machine. Designed to work with standard ¼-inch thick acrylic quilting rulers, this precision foot lets you create professional longarm-style designs including feathers, circles, straight lines, and decorative motifs with complete control and accuracy.

Key Features

• Adjustable height dial allows you to customize the foot height to match your fabric thickness for smooth, effortless movement
• Works with any commercial ¼-inch thick Plexiglas longarm quilting rulers for maximum design flexibility
• Clear markings on both the inside and outside of the foot ensure precise alignment and consistent stitch placement
• Low-profile sole design allows quilting along all edges of rulers, including curved and circular templates
• Engineered for free-motion ruler work with the feed dogs lowered for complete manual control
• Base of the foot rides smoothly against ruler edges to maintain consistent distance and prevent skipped stitches
• Compatible with BERNINA 5.5mm and 9mm machines for versatile use across multiple models
• Durable construction provides stability and accuracy even during extended quilting sessions

Specifications

Foot Number	#72
Compatibility	BERNINA 5.5mm and 9mm machines
Ruler Thickness	¼ inch (6.35mm)
Height Adjustment	Adjustable dial for custom fabric thickness
Technique	Free-motion ruler quilting with feed dogs lowered

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The BERNINA Adjustable Ruler Foot #72 is an essential tool for quilters looking to expand their creative possibilities with ruler work, offering the precision and control needed for intermediate to advanced quilting techniques. OSP Machines is an authorized dealer and provides free support for the life of your machine. Our expert team is here to help you master ruler quilting techniques and get the most from this versatile presser foot.

Compatibility

Compatible with these Bernina models below: 125, 125 S, 130, 135, 135 S, 140, 145, 145 S , 150, 153, 153 QE, 155, 160, 163, 165, 170, 180, 185, 200, 210, 220, 230, 230 PE, 240, 430, 435, 440 QE, 450, 630, 640, 730 B 215, B 325, B 330, B 335,B 435, B 475 QE, B 480, B 350 PE, B 380, B 530, B 535,B 540, B 550 QE, B 555, B 560,B 570 QE/QEE, B 590, B 580, B 710, B 720, B 740, B 750 QE, B 770 QE/QEE, B 780, B 790, B 790 PLUS, B 820 QE, B 830, B 880, B 880 PLUS

Frequently Asked Questions

What thickness of rulers does this foot work with?

The BERNINA Adjustable Ruler Foot #72 is designed to work with standard ¼-inch (6.35mm) thick acrylic quilting rulers, which is the most common thickness for longarm quilting rulers.

Which BERNINA machines is this foot compatible with?

This foot is compatible with BERNINA 5.5mm and 9mm machines, including the 5 Series, 7 Series, and 8 Series machines such as the 475 QE, 570 QE, 590, 720, 740, 770 QE, 790, 880, and their PLUS versions.

Do I need to lower my feed dogs when using this foot?

Yes, ruler quilting is a free-motion technique that requires lowering the feed dogs. You manually guide the fabric and ruler while the foot rides along the ruler edge to create your designs.

How does the adjustable height feature work?

The foot includes a dial that lets you adjust the height of the sole to match your fabric thickness. This ensures smooth fabric movement without dragging or getting stuck, especially important when working with batting and multiple fabric layers.

What types of designs can I create with this foot?

You can create any design your rulers allow, including straight lines, feathers, circles, arcs, paisleys, and other decorative quilting motifs. The foot gives you the precision to follow any ¼-inch thick ruler template for professional-looking results.