Types of Needle Points for Apparel

Types of Needle Points for Apparel

In the sewing needle, it varies with the size or diameter of the needle tip (point) according to the nature of fabric. The point of the needle should be in manner that it will not harm the fabric, easily penetrate through the fabric, protect the needle from breaking or bending.

Let’s see various types of Needle Points manufactured by the well known needle manufacturer Groz-Beckert –

All textiles, whether woven, warped, felted or knitted, are sewn with a specific needle point shape to suit their structure. The right choice of point has a significant effect on the finished sewing results. The right needle tip will give you the high quality results you want.

1.       1. RS

This type of needle is suitable for blindstitch needles. Also for precise stitch sequence in lockstitch operations susceptible to damage. This point is very sensitive one.

2.       2. R

This needle is most commonly used for all kinds of lockstitch applications (FST 301). It is used particularly for woven fabric, artificial leather, coated fabric, etc.

3.       3. RG

This type of needle is highly recommended for all the types of chainstitch applications (FST 401). It suitable for knitted fabric, microfibers, button sewing, multiple-head embroidery, leather for garments.

4.       4. FFG (SUK)

FFG or SUK is generally used for knitted and woven fabric.

5.       5. FG (SES)

This type of needle is recorded for highly elasticated fabric with elastomeric, spandex blends.

6.       6. G

G point needle is suitable for coarse and open structured elasticated fabric.

7.       7. SKL

It is used in warped fabric knits with high quality of elastane like underwear.

8.       8. TR

TR has used for 'Schiffli' embroidery application for open structures like tulle and curtains.

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