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Magnetic hoops for Brother NQ1700E

Brother lists SAMF180 for NQ1700E. Sewing Parts Online also lists DIME SH00A1M (LM1) for this machine. Compare their 5 × 7 nominal frames, source evidence, conditions and buying options below.

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2 documented matches for NQ1700E

Exact products and compatibility sources
ProductEvidenceNominal frameUsage conditions
Brother SAMF180manufacturer-listed5x7 inFor materials up to 2 mm thick.
DIME SH00A1Mretailer-listed5x7 inNot recorded

Full requirements and named sellers are listed with each product below.

Brother SAMF180

Magnetic Sash Frame

SKU SAMF180

MANUFACTURER-LISTED

Where to buy

View at Sewing Machines Plus

Product link checked 2026-10-30

Ordinary product link. Price and availability at seller.

Conditions for this match

  • For materials up to 2 mm thick.

Nominal frame: 5x7 inches. Usable embroidery area is not established by this frame size.

Compatibility sources

DIME SH00A1M

Snap Hoop Monster

SKU SH00A1M · Also listed as LM1

RETAILER-LISTED

Where to buy

View at Aurora Sewing Center

Product link checked 2026-10-30

Ordinary product link. Price and availability at seller.

Conditions for this match

  • No specific conditions recorded. Confirm requirements in the source and with the seller.

Nominal frame: 5x7 inches. Usable embroidery area is not established by this frame size.

Compatibility sources

Compare Brother and DIME

SAMF180 and SH00A1M are separate products

Brother’s manufacturer listing supports SAMF180. Sewing Parts Online lists SH00A1M for NQ1700E. The seller button for SH00A1M goes to Aurora Sewing Center; a buying destination and a compatibility source serve different purposes.

SH00A1M is also called LM1

LM1 is an alternate name for SH00A1M. Keep SH00A1M visible when comparing listings so the alias is not mistaken for a separate hoop.

The same nominal size does not settle the choice

SAMF180 is for materials up to 2 mm thick. No specific conditions are recorded for SH00A1M. Check the linked SH00A1M listing and seller for its requirements.

About this guide

Each product includes compatibility sources and check dates. This guide covers the listed matches; other hoops may also be compatible. Find My Hoop has no approved affiliate relationships with the listed merchants; seller links are ordinary product links.