Embroidery needles
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There are several different types and sizes of Embroidery Needles. Most any Embroidery Needle will work for any Industrial/Commercial Embroidery Machine. There are several different needle sizes and needle tips. There are also needles made of different materials for strength and machine speeds.
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Suggested Needles=
Below is a list of suggested needle sizes and needle tips to use when embroidering on different materials. Generally its not necessary to go to the extremes of changing the needles out unless the operator experiences excesive thread breaks, needle breaks, or just poor quality embroidery.
A 75/11 Sharp is recommended for general use.
| Material | Needle Size | Needle Tip |
|---|---|---|
| Canvas | 80/12 | Sharp point |
| Coated or Waterproof Fabrics | 80/12 | Sharp or light ball point |
| Corduroy | 75/11 | Sharp or ball point |
| Cotton Sheeting | 70/10 - 80/12 | Sharp point |
| Denim | 75/11 | Sharp point |
| Dress Shirt (woven) | 70/10 - 80/12 | Ball point |
| Golf Shirt (Knit) | 70/10 - 80/12 | Ball point |
| Lace | 75/11 | Sharp point |
| Leather | 80/12 | Sharp or wedge point |
| Lingerie and Silk | 60/8 - 75/11 | Sharp or light ball point |
| Lycra or Spandex | 70/10 - 80/12 | Medium ball point |
| Nylon Windbreaker | 70/10 - 80/12 | Light ball point |
| Organza | 65/9 | Ball point |
| Rayon | 75/11 | Ball point |
| Satin Jacket | 75/11 | Sharp point |
| Sweater | 75/11 | Sharp point |
| Sweatshirt | 70/10 - 80/12 | Light ball point |
| Taffeta | 65/9 | Ball point |
| Terry Cloth Towels | 75/11 | Sharp or ball point |
| Velvet | 65/9 | Ball point |
| Vinyl | 75/11 | Sharp point |