Barudan
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Barudan is a manufacturer of single and multi-head embroidery machines. The Barudan embroidery machine company is based in Japan, but is a global brand in the embroidery machine industry.
In 1959, Barudan produced its first multi-head embroidery machine in Japan, and the company was officially established in the year 1969. In 1989, Barudan established Barudan China in Hong Kong.
Barudan has produced embroidery machines with 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 15, 20 and 24 heads. In The United States most Barudan models are 1, 2, 4, 6 and 12 head.
History, origin and sales
In 1977 Barudan created the first computerized multi-head embroidery machine. Barudan America, established in 1985, rose to popularity in the United States between the late 1980s and the very early 1990s. Barudan produced the first 15-color embroidery machine in 1997.
Barudan, along with Tajima, continues to be a leading maker of embroidery machines for the United States and global markets.
Other Equipment
In addition to Barudan producing single and multi-head embroidery machines, Barudan also produces chenille machines, and machines with sequin devices.
Software Extensions
Barudan DAT (.dat) is the most common software extension for Barudan software and machines. However, Barudan uses several other embroidery software formats.
Embroidery Machines
BEAT Series
BEAT 10X
The BEAT 10X series came in 2 heads and 6 heads. The machine had 5 needles and did not come with trimmers or automatic color change. The machine had a keyboard lettering system that took data packs with gold tooth connectors.
BEAT 70X
The Barudan 70X model came in the 702, 2 head 5 needle, 704, 4 head 5 needle and the 706, 6 head 5 needle.
The 700 Series was an upgrade from the 100 and featured an upgraded control panel.
BEAT 80X
The Barudan 80X model came in 2, 4 and 6 heads. The machine came in 5 and 7 needles.
The versions with UG in the model number (802-UF) are 5 needle and the UG models (806-UG) are 7 needles.
This machine also came in the YS version which featured independent take-up levers and had 7 needles.
The Barudan 800 Series had automatic trimmers and automatic color changes
The 800 Series was an otherwise an upgrade from the 700.
BEAT 90X
BEAT Specifications
| Model | Heads | Needles | EMB Space / Head | Max SPM | Pwr Cons. | Years | Color |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 102 | 1 | 5 | emb Space | SPM | POWEW | 1990-1992 | Green |
Buying
Barudan embroidery machines are probably one of the best machines on the market. They are more expensive that most all competing models but, they are very solidly built and have a good resell market. There are a lot of embroidery machine technicians available world wide and parts are pretty easy to find even for older models.
Selling
TheEmbroideryWarehouse buys and sells most every make and model of Barudan embroidery machines located within the continental USA. They also purchase parts, parts machines, salvage machines and most everything else related to embroidery equipment.
Repairs
See also
References
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