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Nylon Thread

 

Use nylon thread for sewing almost anything that requires strength and durability. It is strong, easy to use, and a great choice for sewing fabric, leather, canvas, and vinyl. We sell nylon thread in eleven thickness sizes that range from hair-thin to cord-like. Use the Size Guide to find the thickness that is right for your needs.
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Size Guide

Size 15

Ultra-lightweight thread typically used for sewing garments and as bobbin thread. It is stronger than comparable spun polyester and cotton threads. Stitching, with a size 10 or 12 needle, is unobtrusive. Size 15 is also known as Tex 16 and Government Size A.

Size 33

Lightweight thread typically used for sewing garments. It is stronger than comparable polyester and cotton threads. Stitching, with a size 12 or 14 needle, is inconspicuous. This size is also known as Tex 30 and Government Size AA.

Size 46

Lightweight thread typically used for sewing leather, lightweight upholstery fabric and drapes, canvas, and vinyl. It is sometimes used for sewing heavy duty garments because it is stronger than comparable spun polyester and cotton threads. Stitching, with a size 14 or 16 needle, is inconspicuous. This size is also known as Tex 45 and Government Size B.

Size 69

Middleweight thread typically used for sewing leather, lightweight upholstery fabric, canvas, and vinyl. This is the largest size that most home sewing machines can handle. Stitching, with a size 16 or 18 needle, is noticeable. This size is also known as Tex 70 and Government Size E.

Size 92

Middleweight thread typically used for sewing leather, upholstery fabric, canvas, and vinyl. This size normally requires a commercial sewing machine. Stitching, with a size 18 or 20 needle, is noticeable. This size is also known as Tex 90 and Government Size F.

Size 138

Middleweight thread typically used for sewing leather, heavy upholstery fabric, drapes, canvas, and auto interiors. Stitching, with a size 20 or 22 needle, is noticeable. This size is also known as Tex 135 and Government Size FF.

Size 207

Heavyweight thread typically used for sewing heavy-duty leather, upholstery fabric, canvas, and auto interiors.  Stitching, with a size 22 or 24 needle, is highly visible.  This size is also known as Tex 210 and Government Size 3-Cord. Stitching in this size and higher stands out and becomes a focal point

Size 277

Heavyweight thread typically used for sewing heavy-duty leather, upholstery fabric, canvas, and auto interiors. Stitching, with a size 24 or 26 needle, stands out. This size is also known as Tex 270 and Government Size 4-Cord.

Size 346

Heavyweight thread typically used for sewing very thick leather, upholstery fabric, canvas, and auto interiors.  This size usually requires a heavy duty commercial sewing machine. Stitching, with a size 26 or 28 needle, stands out. This size is also known as Tex 350 and Government Size 5-Cord.

Size 415

Ultra heavyweight thread typically used for sewing heavy-duty leather, shoe repair, canvas, and auto interiors. Stitching, with a size 28 or 30 needle, is highly visible. This size is also known as Tex 410 and Government Size 6-Cord.

Size 554

Ultra heavyweight thread typically used for sewing heavy-duty leather, shoe repair, canvas, and auto interiors. Stitching, with a size 30 or 32 needle, is very visible and often becomes a focal point. This size is also known as Tex 600 and Government Size 8-Cord.


         
 

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