Texmac Needle and Backings Applications

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Every Needle has a needle style, needle size, eye size and a point type.
As an example the standard embroidery needle for all Multi-Needle Embroidery Machines is the DBXK5 75/11

DBXK5 is the Needle Style. The 75/11 would be the correct needle for most applications using a 40 weight thread. 75 is the Metric needle size (Needle Diameter = 0.75mm) & 11 is the American Standard size designation. There is an 80/12 needle with a Thicker Shank (Needle Diameter, .80mm) & Larger Eye for doing embroidery on Caps and denser material where needle breakage occurs; (6 Panel Caps, Insulated Jackets and Bags with large seams, for example) There is also a 65/9 needle for doing were small lettering and for use when using the thinner, 60 weight thread. WE CARRY THREE STANDARD NEEDLE POINT TYPES: Gross-Beckert Label Codes Sharp Point - (Labeled RG) for use on Woven (stable) Fabrics, including; Caps, Light Leather, Broadcloth, Poplin, Denim, Bags & Insulated Items. Light-Ball Point - (Labeled FFG/SES) for use on Knit (unstable, stretchy) Fabrics, Including; Polo Shirts, T- Shirts, Fleece and some Micro-Fiber Fabrics. Wedge Point - (Labeled SS) specialty needle point (Triangular Tip) for Embroidering on Leather and Vinyl projects. The Wedge Point "slices through" these types of material, eliminating the chance of "cookie cuttering" out the design on the item.
The Standard Needles have a highly polished chrome finish that is good for most situations, but there are specialty coatings for use on certain applications.
The Titanium Nitride Coating gives a longer life and dissipates heat up the shank better than the standard chrome finish.
The Teflon Coated "Cool Sew" helps to keeps needles free of build-up of sticky backing adhesive and spray adhesives. Teflon needles have a different label code than the Groz-Beckert Sharp Point - (Labeled 75/11 LP) & Light-Ball Point - (Labeled 75/11 SUKLP)

How the right needle can eliminate damage to the material and give better results

Material damage

A needle that is too sharp can create loop damage or can cut the fibers of the material. Using a needle that is too large can push out the loop under tension and break the fibers.	Always use a light-ball point needle on items that have a loose weave. A light-ball point pushes between the fibers where a sharp may break through the fibers creating a fuzzy spot at best or a hole at worst. *USE A LIGHT BALL POINT NEEDLE ON KNITS!*
Irregular embroidery appearance on fabric

An irregular design can be caused by needle deflection. This is a result of using a needle that is too thin or use of a light-ball point on a woven or dense fabric.	A sharp needle helps to eliminate needle deflection and gives more uniform results.
Irregular embroidery appearance on leather

This is an example of a light-ball point being used on a light leather application. The needle deflected and the embroidery bunched together.	The use of a sharp needle gives uniform results. On thick leather items a Wedge Point can used. It is always a good idea to reduce the stitch density on leather to prevent the embroidery from cutting out the leather.

Here are some suggestions for the style of needle and the type of stabilizer you can use when embroidering on different materials.

Canton Fleece
Needle	Thread	Backing
75/11 Light Ball Point	Polyester Wt. 40	1.8oz Tearaway

Use polyester thread if the garment is subjected to extensive laundering & bleaching, chlorine, salt water or sunlight exposure.

Canvas
Needle	Thread	Backing
75/11 Sharp or New Light Ball Point	Polyester Wt. 40	1.8oz Tearaway

Sharp needles must be used to guarantee best design appearance.

Children’s wear - Knits
Needle	Thread	Backing
75/11 Light Ball Point	Polyester Wt. 40	1.5oz Light to 2oz Medium Cutaway

Use polyester thread if the garment is subjected laundering & bleaching.

Coated or Waterproof Fabrics
Needle	Thread	Backing
75/11or 80/12 - Sharp or Light Ball Point	Polyester Wt. 40	Soluble Topping and 1.8oz Tearaway

75/11 needles may be used to decrease needle penetrations and provide the same coverage, thereby minimizing damage to waterproofing.

Corduroy
Needle	Thread	Backing
75/11 Light Ball Point	Polyester Wt. 40	Soluble Topping and 1.8oz Tearaway

Cotton Sheeting
Needle	Thread	Backing
75/11 Sharp or New Light Ball Point	Polyester Wt. 40	3oz Cutaway or 2oz Tearaway / Washaway

Use ULTRapos Polyester Thread to give a high sheen appearance to your designs.

Denim
Needle	Thread	Backing
75/11 or 80/12 Sharp Point	Polyester Wt. 40	3oz Cutaway or 2oz Tearaway / Washaway

Use polyester thread if the garment is subjected to extensive laundering & bleaching and other harsh materials.

Dress Shirt (Woven)
Needle	Thread	Backing
75/11 Sharp Point or Light Ball Point or 65/9 for Small Details	Polyester Wt. 40	3oz Cutaway or 2oz Tearaway / Washaway

Polyester is best for white shirts that may be bleached. Use a Cutaway for stretchy fabrics, and a Tearaway for stable fabrics.

Golf or Polo Shirt
Needle	Thread	Backing
75/11 Light Ball Point	Polyester Wt. 40	Soluble Topping and 1.5oz , 2oz, or 3oz Cutaway

Large thread count designs require a medium to heavy cut-away; medium thread count designs require a light cutaway.

Headwear
Needle	Thread	Backing
75/11 or 80/12 Sharp Point	Polyester Wt. 40	2.5oz Tearaway or 3oz Cutaway

Use 80/12 Sharp Needle when needle breakage occurs with 75/11 sharps!!

Leather and Vinyl
Needle	Thread	Backing
75/11 Up to a 80/12 Sharp or Wedge Point Needle on Stiff or Spongy Leather (Luggage)	Polyester Wt. 40	1.8oz Tearaway or 3oz Cutaway

75/11Sharp or Wedge Point on Soft, Supple Garment Leathers Wedge Point Needles and reducing the stitch density can be used to minimize the chance of “cookie cuttering” out the leather.

Lingerie or Silk
Needle	Thread	Backing
65/9 or 75/11 Light Ball Point	Polyester Wt. 40	Soluble Topping and 1.5oz Cutaway, or 1.8oz Tearaway

Polyester recommend because it has a higher elongation and elastic recovery than Rayon. Also, superior wash fastness.

Lycra® or Spandex®
Needle	Thread	Backing
75/11 Light Ball Point	Polyester Wt. 40	Soluble Topping and 1.5oz Cutaway

Polyester recommend because it has a higher elongation and elastic recovery than Rayon. Also, superior wash fastness.

Nylon Windbreaker
Needle	Thread	Backing
75/11 Sharp or New Light Ball Point	Polyester Wt. 40	1.5oz , 2oz, or 3oz Cutaway

Satin Jacket
Needle	Thread	Backing
75/11 Sharp or New Light Ball Point	Polyester Wt. 40	1.5oz , 2oz, or 3oz Cutaway

Swimwear (Knit)
Needle	Thread	Backing
65/9 or 75/11 Light Ball Point	Polyester Wt. 40	Soluble Topping and 1.5oz or 2oz Cutaway

Use polyester threads for garments that will be subjected to extensive laundering & bleaching, chlorine, salt water or sunlight exposure.

Terrycloth
Needle	Thread	Backing
75/11 or 80/12 Light Ball Point	Polyester Wt. 40	Soluble Topping and 1.8oz Tearaway

Use polyester if the garment is subjected to extensive laundering & bleaching, chlorine, salt water or sunlight exposure.

Velvet
Needle	Thread	Backing
65/9 or 75/11 Light Ball Point	Polyester Wt. 40	Soluble Topping and 1.5oz , 2oz, or 3oz Cutaway

Vinyl
Needle	Thread	Backing
75/11 Sharp Point or Narrow Wedge Point	Polyester Wt. 40	3oz Cutaway

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