Description
The elna eXpressive 808 is a compact yet powerful computerized sewing and embroidery machine that combines precision, versatility and ease of use in one unit. Designed for creative users, it offers smooth and quiet operation together with excellent stitch quality.
The machine features 300 built-in stitches, including 15 automatic one-step buttonholes (12 sensor types) and 3 sewing alphabets. With a maximum stitch width of 7 mm and maximum stitch length of 5 mm, it allows precise and decorative sewing for garments, home décor and creative projects.
For embroidery, the eXpressive 808 includes 241 built-in embroidery designs, 11 embroidery fonts, and monogramming options for 2 or 3 letters. The maximum embroidery area of 140 x 140 mm is suitable for a wide range of projects. Embroidery designs can be edited directly on the machine via the color touch screen.
The intuitive 3.5″ color touch screen with touch panel ensures easy navigation and stitch selection. Additional features include a built-in needle threader, automatic programmable thread cutter, upper and bobbin thread sensors, horizontal rotary hook with clear bobbin cover, and a 7-piece retractable feed dog system.
The machine offers 2.5 MB built-in memory and a USB port for transferring embroidery designs.
Key Technical Features
Sewing
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300 stitches
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15 one-step automatic buttonholes (12 sensor types)
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3 alphabets
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Maximum stitch width: 7 mm
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Maximum stitch length: 5 mm
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Maximum sewing speed: 860 stitches per minute
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Pattern combination up to 100 stitches
Embroidery
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241 built-in designs
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11 embroidery fonts
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2- and 3-letter monogramming
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Maximum embroidery area: 140 x 140 mm
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Maximum embroidery speed: 660 stitches per minute
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On-screen editing functions
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Programmable thread trimming after jump or color change
Comfort & Technology
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3.5″ color touch screen + touch panel
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Built-in needle threader
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Automatic thread cutter
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Upper and bobbin thread sensors
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7-piece retractable feed dog
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Magnetic easy-change needle plate
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Clip-on presser foot system
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2 LED lamps in 2 working areas
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USB port
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2.5 MB built-in memory
Standard Accessories
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Standard foot A
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Zipper foot E
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Satin stitch foot F
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Blind hem foot G
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Overedge foot C
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Overlock foot M
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¼” seam foot O
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Embroidery foot P
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Automatic buttonhole foot R
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Bobbin holder for embroidery
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Embroidery hoop SQ14e (140 × 140 mm)
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Bobbins x4
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Seam ripper
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Needle set
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Lint brush
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Scissors
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Small spool holders x2
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Large spool holders x2
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Additional spool pin
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Screwdriver
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Touch panel stylus
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Foot controller
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EmbroideryEditor software (download version)
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Soft vinyl cover
| Specification | eXpressive 808 | eXpressive 802 |
| Machine size | 432 × 301 × 270 mm | 432 × 301 × 270 mm |
| Machine weight | 10 kg | 9.1 kg |
| Embroidery unit | Integrated with swing-type arm | Integrated with swing-type arm |
| Free arm | Yes | Yes |
| Sewing space | 180 × 110 mm | 183.5 × 110 mm |
| Screen type (size) | 3.5″ color touch screen + touch panel | 3.5″ color touch screen + touch panel |
| Rotary hook | Horizontal with clear bobbin cover | Horizontal with clear bobbin cover |
| Bobbin winder | Auto declutch | Auto declutch |
| Bobbin threader | Easy guided system with built-in thread cutter | Easy guided system with built-in thread cutter |
| Needle threader | Built-in | Built-in |
| Upper thread sensor | Yes | Yes |
| Bobbin thread sensor | Yes | Yes |
| Thread tension control | Manual | – |
| Feed dog | 7-piece / Retractable | – |
| Drop feed sensor | Yes | – |
| Presser foot pressure adjustment | Manual | – |
| Extra-high presser foot position | Manual | – |
| Presser foot system | Clip-on easy conversion system | – |
| Needle plate | Magnetic easy conversion system | – |
| Lighting | 2 LED lamps in 2 areas | 2 LED lamps in 2 areas |
| Stitch reference chart | Booklet | – |
| Accessory storage | Arm | Arm |
| Built-in memory | 2.5 MB | 2.5 MB |
| USB port | 1 | 1 |
| Start / Stop | Yes | Yes |
| Reverse sewing | Yes | – |
| Automatic-lock stitch | Yes | – |
| Up / Down needle position | With memory function | – |
| Automatic thread cutter | Yes | Yes |
| Speed control slider | Yes | – |
| Stitch / Embroidery selection | Touch screen | Touch screen |
| Number of stitches | 300 | – |
| Maximum stitch width | 7 mm | – |
| Maximum stitch length | 5 mm | – |
| Maximum sewing speed | 860 stitches/min | – |
| One-step buttonholes | 15 one-step (12 sensor) | – |
| Alphabet / Typefaces | 3 | – |
| Pattern combination | Up to 100 stitches | – |
| Number of embroidery designs | 241 | 274 |
| Embroidery fonts | 11 | 11 |
| Monogramming | 2 and 3 letters | 2 and 3 letters |
| Maximum embroidery area | 140 × 140 mm | 140 × 140 mm |
| Maximum embroidery speed | 660 stitches/min | 660 stitches/min |
| Embroidery editing functions | Directly on the machine | Directly on the machine |
| Programmable thread trimming | After jump or color change | After jump or color change |
| Free arm embroidery | Optional hoops | Optional hoops |













