Kevlar and Fire-Resistant (FR) Thread
Kevlar Thread Buying Guide
Fire Resistant Sewing Thread Guide
PTFE Fiberglass Buying Guide
Kevlar and Fire-Resistant (FR) Thread - Heat-resistant for demanding applications..
- Kevlar Thread - Strong and heat resistant to 800F.
- Fire-Resistant Thread - For sewing and embroidery .
- PTFE Coated Fiberglass Thread - Heat resistant to 1022F (550C), but the PTFE coating burns away at 620F (320C).
Kevlar and Fire-Resistant (FR) Thread Selections
Kevlar Thread - All Selections
Filament Kevlar thread is strong and heat-resistant to 800F, and only comes in a pale yellow color.
All Fire Resistant Sewing Thread
All spun Kevlar and para-aramid sewing thread, all spun Nomex and meta-aramid sewing thread.
Spun Nomex and Meta-Aramid Sewing Thread
Heat-resistant to 700F (371C).
Spun Kevlar and Para-Aramid Sewing Thread
Heat-resistant to 700F (371C).
Nomex and Meta-Aramid Embroidery Thread
High-temperature embroidery thread. Recommended needle sizes: 75/11 to 80/12.
Fire-Resistant Bobbins
Linited selection - Style L.
PTFE Coated Fiberglass Thread
Heat resistant to 1022F (550C), but the PTFE coating burns away at 620F (320C).
Filament Nomex Thread
Heat-resistant to 675F (357C).
Kevlar (TM) Thread - Kevlar thread is strong and withstands temperatures up to 800F.
- Kevlar thread does not melt. It turns to ash.
- Size-for-size, Kevlar thread is on average 2.5 times stronger than nylon and polyester.
- Kevlar thread has a low stretch at around 2% over time.
- Buy what you need - We have Kevlar thread on single small spools and large spools.
Kevlar Thread Size Selections
Kevlar Thread
All Kevlar thread sizes, colors, and specials.
Kevlar Thread - Size 46 / Tex 40 / Govt. B
Recommended needle sizes: 90/14 to 100/16.
Kevlar Thread - Size 69 / Tex 60 / Govt. E
Recommended needle sizes: 100/16 to 110 /18.
Kevlar Thread - Size 92 / Tex 80 / Govt. F
Recommended needle sizes: 110/18 to 125/20.
Kevlar Thread - Size 138 / Tex 120 / Govt. FF
Kevlar Thread - Size 138 / Tex 120 / Govt. FF.
Kevlar Thread - Size 207 / Tex 210 / Govt. 3-Cord
Recommended needle sizes: 140/22 to 180/24.
Kevlar Thread - Size 346 / Tex 400 / Govt. 5-Cord
Recommended needle sizes: 236/26 to 280/28.
Kevlar Thread - Size 415 / Tex 500 / Govt. 6-Cord
Recommended needle sizes: 280/28 to 330/30.
Kevlar Thread - Tex 800
Magicians Invisible Thread
For magic tricks to make objects (cards, bills, pens) float, rise, or move mysteriously.
Essentials and Accessories - Handy Accessories.
- Scissors, snips and shears
- Needle threaders.
- Thread sock for storage.
- Measuring tools.
Essentials and Accessories Selections
Thread Sock
Thread sock stops thread from falling off the spool (Also called "Puddling" or "Bird-nesting).
Scissors, Snips, Shears, and Cutters
We have scissors, shears, snips and cutters made by Kretzer, Consew Smooth Cut, Fiskar and Slice.
Tape Measures
Five foot fiberglass tape measures with U.S. and Metric units of measure, and face-mask rulers
C.S. Osborne Hand Sewing Needle Kits
Needle Threaders
Little gadget - Big time-saver. Thread your needle in seconds.
Velcro (tm) and Similar Hook and Loop Tapes - Not fire-resistant.
All Needles
Needles Buying Guide
Thread to Needle Size Chart
Needle to Machine Reference
Groz-Beckert Publications Library
Machine Needles - Over 2,000 Groz-Beckert and Schmetz selections.
- Find the needles you need in one place.
- Machine To Needle Reference.
- Sequenced needle systems for harder to find needles.
- Thread to needle size chart.
- New - Needles for shoe patcher machines.
Machine Needle Selections
All Needles
Shop All Needles - Find the right needle for your machine.
Home Sewing Needles - 130/705 - Equivalent to HAX1, and 15X1.
Home sewing needles have a flat side on the shank.
Needle System 34
Equivalent to 287, 16X1, 16X2, 16X4, 16X73, 287, 690, TFX1, CANU 12:05.
Needle System 134
Equivalent to 135X5, 135X7, DPX5, SY 1955, CANU 20:05.
Needle System 134-35
Equivalent to 2134-35, DPX35, CANU 32:10.
Needle System 135X16 (Leather)
Equivalent to DPX16.
Needle System 135X17 (Cloth)
Equivalent to SY 3355, DPX17, CANU 37:20.
Needle System DBXK5
Equivalent to 1738 KK, DB-N20, CANU 13:80.
HAX1 Shoe Patcher Needles
Needles for Chinese shoe patcher machines.