Schmetz Universal Machine Needles, 90/14 (5 pcs)

Universal needles are suitable for a wide range of materials, including woven fabrics, PU/TPU coated materials, mesh fabrics, fleece, softshells, webbings and thin plastics. However, for knit fabrics, Jersey or Stretch needles with ball point are recommended.

Needle system 130/705 H that fits most home sewing machines and sergers.

The package includes 5 or 10 needles.

Choose needle size according to material weight: the heavier the material, the thicker the needle. However, note that needle size determines suitable thread thickness. Sewing with thicker threads requires a thicker Universal needle.

Needle size 70/10:

Use for thin materials such as nylon tarp fabric and light ripstop materials. Works best with #100 or #120 thread. Use maximum with #75 thread.

Needle size 80/16:

Use for light to medium weight fabrics. Works best with #70 or #100 thread. Use maximum with #60 thread.

Needle size 90/14:

Use for medium to thick fabrics. Works best with #70 thread. Use maximum with #50 thread.

Needle size 100/16:

Use for heavier materials and webbings. Use maximum with #50 thread.

Neeedle size 110/18:

Use for very heavy materials and size #50/#30 thread.

Neeedle size 120/19 and 130/21:

Use this needle when using very heavy thread or when smaller needles break with the material you sew. Such a large needle might not work in all home sewing machines.