Issue link: https://docs.hic.us/i/403552
Sharp-point and ball-point needles are available in different size points: light, medium, etc. The wedge-point needle is used primarily on leather or tough non- woven fabrics. It cuts as it penetrates and reduces friction while piercing the fabric. The System Number The System Number is an additional descriptive term for needles. It is actually a combination of numbers and/or letters referring to the total length of the needle and variations in the needle eye. Each machine is setup to use a specific Needle System Number. Changing to a needle with a different System Number may require changing the timing of the machine. Here are some examples of Needles recommended for Tajima embroidery machines. DBxK5 – This is considered the standard needle for all Tajima embroidery machines. It works well with most threads. DBx7ST – This needle is similar to the DBxK5, except that it has a larger eye that is elongated and rectangular in shape. It's designed to be used with metallic threads. DBx9ST – This needle is designed for use with heavy embroidery threads and has an eye size twice as large as a basic needle such as the DBxK5. (All of the above listed needles are interchangeable.) Here are some examples of needles recommended for other brands of embroidery machines. They are not interchangeable with the needles listed above. Use of these needles on Tajima equipment would require an adjustment to be made in the timing of the machine. 16x257 – The shaft of this needle is longer than that of the "DB" systems. 287 WKH – This needle system offers a large eye and a longer shaft than the 16x257 needle. It is not interchangeable with the "DB" series or the 16x257. 15x1 – This needle is found on smaller equipment such as the Home Embroidery machines. It will not work on larger machines. www.hsi.us care@hsi.us 180