Embroidery Machine Guide

Brother · Sewing and embroidery · Specs checked October 2026

Brother NQ3600D: hoop size, file formats and specs

Also written: NQ-3600D, NQ 3600D, Innov-is NQ3600D, Innov-ís NQ3600D, Innovis NQ3600D

A discontinued Brother sewing and embroidery combo with a 6 × 10 in (160 × 260 mm) embroidery field, 233 built-in designs (35 Disney/Pixar), 291 sewing stitches and USB transfer. It is single-needle, has no Wi-Fi and no cap frame, and reads PES, PHC and DST files.

The Brother NQ3600D is a discontinued sewing and embroidery machine with a 6 × 10 in (160 × 260 mm) embroidery field. It reads .PES, .PHC, .DST files and gets designs by USB stick, and has 233 built-in designs and 11 lettering fonts.

NQ3600D hoop size and embroidery area

The NQ3600D can stitch a design up to 6 × 10 in (160 × 260 mm) in one hooping, which is the 6 × 10 in size. That is the field limit: a larger hoop from another maker will not let it stitch a bigger area.

8 × 12NQ3600D field5 × 74 × 4
The NQ3600D field (filled) next to standard hoop sizes, drawn to scale.

In the box: 6" × 10" hoop (extra large) (6 × 10 in (160 × 260 mm)), 5" × 7" hoop (large) (5 × 7 in (130 × 180 mm)).

Optional from Brother: 6" × 6" square frame (5.9 × 5.9 in (150 × 150 mm)), 4" × 4" hoop (medium) (4 × 4 in (100 × 100 mm)), Border frame (about 4" × 7") (4 × 7 in (100 × 180 mm)), Small frame (about 1" × 2.5") (2.4 × 0.8 in (60 × 20 mm)).

Fits in one hooping at typical size: left chest, pocket, sleeve, beanie, towel, baby onesie, baby bib, tote bag, pillow cover, quilt block, patch.

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What file format does the NQ3600D use?

The NQ3600D reads .PES, .PHC and .DST files. You load designs by USB stick. Designs in other formats (for example .JEF or .EXP) need converting first with embroidery software.

Where to buy the Brother NQ3600D

Discontinued: you will mostly find it used or refurbished.

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Brother NQ3600D specs

TypeSewing and embroidery
Embroidery field6 × 10 in (160 × 260 mm)
Hoops included6" × 10" hoop (extra large) (6 × 10 in (160 × 260 mm)); 5" × 7" hoop (large) (5 × 7 in (130 × 180 mm))
Optional hoops6" × 6" square frame (5.9 × 5.9 in (150 × 150 mm)); 4" × 4" hoop (medium) (4 × 4 in (100 × 100 mm)); Border frame (about 4" × 7") (4 × 7 in (100 × 180 mm)); Small frame (about 1" × 2.5") (2.4 × 0.8 in (60 × 20 mm))
Cap frameNo
File formats it reads.PES, .PHC, .DST
Design transferUSB stick
Built-in designs233
Lettering fonts11
Sewing stitches291
Screen4.85 in, colour, touch screen
Weight22 lb (10 kg)
Released2017
StatusDiscontinued
Skill levelIntermediate

Who the NQ3600D is for

Mostly a used-machine or leftover-stock option for sewists who want everyday sewing plus a 6 × 10 in field. Skip it if you want Wi-Fi transfer, a current model with Brother support for new buyers, or finished-cap embroidery.

Strengths

  • 6 × 10 in (160 × 260 mm) embroidery field, with a 6 × 10 in and a 5 × 7 in hoop in the box
  • Sews and embroiders: 291 built-in sewing stitches and 233 built-in embroidery designs, 35 of them Disney/Pixar
  • 4.85 in color touchscreen with 11 embroidery fonts and 140 frame-pattern combinations
  • 13 presser feet and a knee lifter, including a free-motion quilting foot, come with it

Limits

  • Discontinued: Brother's US page lists it as out of stock
  • Single needle, so you change thread color by hand
  • No Wi-Fi: designs come in by USB flash drive only
  • Brother lists no cap frame for it, and it reads only PES, PHC and DST files

Good to know: Brother's manual lists the largest area as 26 × 16 cm (H × W), which Brother markets as 6 × 10 in, so the hoop is 160 mm wide and 260 mm tall as attached. The manual shows the large (5 × 7 in) frame as sold separately with some models; Brother's quick reference guide lists both the extra-large and large frames in the box, so both are marked included. The medium, small, border and 6 × 6 in square frames are listed as optional accessories. The manual covers the sewing speed (70 to 850 stitches per minute) but gives no separate embroidery speed that we found, so maxSpeedSpm is left empty. Weight is the manual's figure for the machine without the embroidery unit (about 22 lb, 10 kg); the unit adds about 7.7 lb. The release year comes from the 2017 date of Brother's first quick reference guide and design guide, not a launch announcement. Brother's pages do not say the NQ3700D replaced it, so no replacement is linked. The manual does not name the model; the NQ3600D support page on Brother USA lists it. Brother lists it as out of stock and dealer prices vary, so no price range is given.

How the NQ3600D compares

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Brother NQ3600D hoop size?

The largest embroidery area is 6 × 10 in (160 × 260 mm), which Brother's manual lists as 26 × 16 cm. Brother's quick reference guide lists a 6 × 10 in hoop and a 5 × 7 in (130 × 180 mm) hoop in the box.

Where can I find the Brother NQ3600D manual?

Brother's support page for the NQ3600D lists the operation manual, quick reference guide, embroidery design guide and Disney design guide as free PDFs. The operation manual is dated 2019 (version 02).

What file formats does the Brother NQ3600D read?

Brother's manual says only .pes, .phc and .dst embroidery files can be used. Load them from a USB flash drive; Brother lists no Wi-Fi for this model.

Is the Brother NQ3600D discontinued?

Yes. Brother's US and Canada pages label it discontinued and out of stock. Brother's pages do not name a successor.

What is the Brother NQ3600D price?

Brother no longer sells it new in the US, so this site shows no price range. Dealer clearance stock and used units vary, so check current listings.

Sources

Specs come from Brother's own pages and manuals, checked October 2026. Prices are typical ranges, not live prices. We are not affiliated with Brother. See how we research.