Tacsew T111-155
Only logged in customers who have purchased this product may leave a review. The T111-155 is the same as the Typical GC6-7-D that we sell. Tacsew sold their industrial line to Consew, so they will no longer be distributing industrial sewing machines.
What size leather needle should I use?
What needle size do I need for my sewing machine?
| Size 10 = | 70 |
|---|---|
| No 80 = | Cotton shirting, quilting cotton, |
| No 90 = | Linen, linen union curtain fabrics, cushion fabrics, cotton sateen curtain linings, |
| No 100 = | Denim |
| No 110 = | Upholstery fabrics and canvas weight fabrics, leather, pvc and vinyls |
Are sewing machine needles interchangeable?
Most sewing machine needles will work in any sewing machine, but some sewing machine brands may require specific needles to function properly. Sewing needle brands like Schmetz needles work with all sewing machine brands.
Do I need a special needle to sew leather?
CHANGE YOUR NEEDLE: Replace your regular needle with a leather needle, which is a heavy-duty needle with a special tip designed to easily pierce leather. (Look for a pack of needles labeled “leather.”) And PS: don’t be surprised if you break a needle while sewing thick areas.
What size needle do you use for upholstery?
For lightweight fabrics like georgette or organdy, use a 60/8 needle; for medium-weight jersey, Lycra, linen, or calf leather, use a 70/10 or 80/12 needle; for heavy fabrics like jeans, vinyl, upholstery, or canvas, use a 90/14 or 100/16 needle; and for very heavy fabrics, use a 110/18 or 120/19 needle.
When should I replace my sewing machine needle?
So, how often should you change your needle? It’s recommended that you change your needle every 3 full bobbins or every 2 pre-wound bobbins used, as well as after each project or if you’re working with a fabric that naturally dulls the needle, such as leathers or heavy fleece.
What size needle should I use in my sewing machine?
For everyday medium weight projects, use a Universal Needle in a size 80/12 or 90/14. (The first number 80, 90 is the metric number, followed by 12, 14, the imperial number; most needle brands feature both numbers on their packaging.)
What is the strongest sewing machine needle?
Chart of Quick Reference
| Sewing Machine Needle Type | Needle Size | Fabric Type |
|---|---|---|
| Universal needles | 90 (14) | Medium – heavy, calico, linen |
| 100 (16) | Heavy fabric, upholstery, bag making | |
| 110 (18) | Extra heavy fabric, upholstery | |
| Sharps needles | 70 (10) | Voile, microfibre |
What kind of needle do you use to sew leather?
When stitching on thicker pieces of leather, we recommend using a cutting point needle. The R point Groz-Beckert needle is great for leather, as long as it is under 4 oz. The R point is considered “sharp” and can punch through materials of all types quite easily.
What size needle do I use for cotton fabric?
Medium-sized needles, such as the 80/12 and 90/14, are ideal for quilting cotton fabric, lightweight upholstery, denim, silk dupioni, and other fabrics of similar weight. The needle’s eye is sized for general sewing threads like all-purpose polyester and 50-weight cotton.
Do I need a walking foot to sew leather?
You can solve this problem by using the right sewing machine foot: a teflon (also known as an ultraglide foot) or a roller foot. Do not use a walking foot with leather.