Happy HCD2 Single-Head Commercial Embroidery Machine
Logo for HCD2 embroidery machine

Commercial 1-Head Embroidery Machine by the HAPPY Industrial Corporation of Japan

For 2013 (available now!) HAPPY's full-sized, heavy-duty commercial single-head embroidery machine boasts an impressive redesign. Numerous updates on both the inside and outside make the machine more durable and yet more user-friendly than ever. The numerous improvements have been enough to re-dub the machine as a new model, formally HCD2-1501. Key features and improvements include:

  • Intuitive Color Touch screen - easy to learn and operate!
  • Big sewing power: 1200spm max speed, rated for 24 hour production
  • Happy's largest continuous sewing field (15.75"x 20.5 with optional border frame) for amazing versatility. 14"x 2.8" field for finished ballcaps
  • Built-in networking: manage several Happy embroidery machines from a single PC
  • Very user-friendly: color screen with built-in help, auto error correction
  • 5-year limited warranty on all Happy embroidery machines

Media and Quick Links

HCD Front Closeup Brochure HCD-1501 1-head commercial embroidery machineView/Print Brochure Support for Happy HCD-2 1-head embroidery machineHelp and Support
   Gallery
wide cap sewing field
14"x 3" cap field - embroider front & sides in one hooping!
Voyager2 embroidery machine new touch screen control panel
Intuitive color touch screen - simple to learn and operate!

Improved cap sewing system for HCD2 Embroidery Machine
Complete hoopset: 2 of each
size, full cap sewing kit

USB ports for Voyager
Accepts USB thumb drives
of different sizes.

Improved cap sewing system for HCD2 Embroidery Machine Improved cap system - better quality, open area

Improved light bar for HCD2 Embroidery Machine

Bright, energy-efficient LED
light bar over the work area

1 point frame
New 1-Point Frame for tight
spots like cuffs and pockets

USB ports for Voyager
Customize your work screen!
Like a smartphone or tablet


Recognizes 3rd party hoops
with custom hoop maps!
 Video Gallery
Demonstration of Happy HCD2 1-head commercial embroidery machine Introduction to Happy HCD2
Demonstration video: all about HAPPY's 15-needle commercial embroidery machine
Touch Screen Demonstration for embroidery machines Happy's New Touch Screen Panel
See how easy it is to learn and operate the new Happy embroidery machines!
Demonstration of cap sewing on Happy HCD2 1-head commercial embroidery machine Sewing on Ballcaps with Happy HCD2
Watch set up and sewing on ballcaps with Happy HCD2 commercial embroidery machine.
Applique with Happy HCD2 1-head. Applique with HCD2 Embroidery Machine
Learn how easy it is to sew large applique projects on Happy HCD2.

HCD2x stretched field version - impressive 4ft x 15.8" field

Sewing Performance

  • Continuous sewing field: normal (tubular) - 520x400mm
  • Cap sewing field 2.8"h x 14.1"w
  • Sewing Speed: normal (tubular) - 1200spm; cap sewing speed 1000spm
  • Duty Cycle: 24 hr continuous operation
  • Memory capacity: 2 million stitches / 250 designs
  • Onboard lettering - generate, sew text directly on the machine
  • Duty Cycle: 24 hr continuous operation
  • Power requirements: 110v or 220v AC / 60hz

Key Measurements (see diagram below)

  • Machine base width (A): 30", with control panel (L) 33"
  • Machine height (H): 35"; Machine length/depth (W): 31"
  • Machine weight: 233lbs assembled; 500lbs new in shipping crate.
HCD2 embroidery machine front view HCD2 embroidery machine front view

What HCD-1501 Can Do for You
Have a look at the types of projects you can accomplish with HCD1501 embroidery machine, in high quality, high volume!

Starting your embroidery business with HCD-1501 commercial 1-head embroidery machineHCD-1501 and Your Embroidery Business
Embroidery machines like the HCD-1501 are built for business production. Learn about starting up a business with the HCD.

Embroidery Machine financing optionsFinancing Options for HCD-1501
Click to find out about financing options for purchasing new Happy HCD-1501 embroidery machines.

Questions? Interested in purchasing this embroidery machine? CLICK HERE to contact us! 
2013 model shown on this page.  To learn about the 2012/2011 model HCD1501 with standard color LCD control panel, CLICK HERE