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Preparing to Sew
Choosing Thread Size
The key to a successful sewing project is pairing your needle with the right size of thread.
Improperly matching needle and thread sizes can result in tension issues, skipped stitches
and even broken needles. Refer to the chart below to make sure you are using the correct
size combinations.
T H R E AD S I Z E
NEED LE SI Z E*
Tex 18
#10 or #12
Tex 30
#10 or #12
Tex 35
#10 or #12
Tex 40
#12 or #14
Tex 45
#14 or #16
Tex 50
#14 or #16
Tex 52
#14 or #16
Tex 70
#16 or #18
Tex 75
#16 or #18
Tex 90
#18-#20
Tex 92 (PTFE)
#14-#19
*If sewing 4 or more layers, use the larger needle size; 3 or fewer layers, use the smaller size.
For needle and thread recommendations based on your sewing application, view
our “Thread & Needle Recommendation Guide” on the Sailrite website. Search
#300032XHT at Sailrite.com to learn more.
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