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    Thread to Needle Size Chart

    The right needle size depends on thread size, the material sewn, and machine capabilities. The Thread to Needle Size chart gives the range of needles used with the threads that we sell.

    Thread Selections - Select a thread type to find the recommended needle by thread size.

     

    Nylon Thread - Needle Sizes for sewing with nylon thread.

    • Nylon Thread Size 15 / Tex 16 / Govt. 00 - Use needle Sizes  70/10 to 80/12

    • Nylon Thread Size 33 / Tex 35 / Govt. AA - Use needle Sizes  80/12 to 90/14

    • Nylon Thread Size 46 / Tex 45 / Govt. B - Use needle Sizes  90/14 to 100/16

    • Nylon Thread Size 69 / Tex 70 / Govt. E - Use needle Sizes  100/16 to 110/18.  Please note: Size 69 is the thickest size nylon thread most home sewing machines can handle.

    • Nylon Thread Size 92 / Tex 90 / Govt. F - Use needle Sizes  110/18 to 125/20

    • Nylon Thread Size 138 / Tex 135 / Govt. FF - Use needle Sizes  120/19 to 140/22

    • Nylon Thread Size 207 / Tex 210 / Govt. 3-Cord - Use needle Sizes  140/22 to 180/24

    • Nylon Thread Size 277 / Tex 270 / Govt. 4-Cord - Use needle Sizes  180/24 to 230/26

    • Nylon Thread Size 346 / Tex 350 / Govt. 5-Cord - Use needle Sizes  230/26 to 280/28

    • Nylon Thread Size 415 / Tex 410 / Govt. 6-Cord - Use needle Sizes  280/28 to 330/30

    • Nylon Thread Size 554 / Tex 600 / Govt. 8-Cord - Use needle Sizes  330/30 to 360/32

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    Polyester Thread - Needle Sizes for sewing with polyester thread.

    • Polyester Thread Size 15 / Tex 16 / Govt. 00 - Use needle Sizes  70/10 to 80/12

    • Polyester Thread Size 46 / Tex 45 / Govt. B - Use needle Sizes  90/14 to 100/16

    • Polyester Thread Size 69 / Tex 70 / Govt. E - Use needle Sizes  100/16 to 110/18. Please note: Size 69 is the thickest size polyester thread most home sewing machines can handle.

    • Polyester Thread Size 92 / Tex 90 / Govt. F - Use needle Sizes  110/18 to 125/20

    • Polyester Thread Size 138 / Tex 135 / Govt. FF - Use needle Sizes  120/19 to 140/22

    • Polyester Thread Size 207 / Tex 210 / Govt. 3-Cord - Use needle Sizes  140/22 to 180/24

    • Polyester Thread Size 277 / Tex 270 / Govt. 4-Cord - Use needle Sizes  180/24 to 230/26

    • Polyester Thread Size 346 / Tex 350 / Govt. 5-Cord - Use needle Sizes  230/26 to 280/28

    • Polyester Thread Size 415 / Tex 410 / Govt. 6-Cord - Use needle Sizes  280/28 to 330/30

    • Polyester Thread Size 554 / Tex 600 / Govt. 8-Cord - Use needle Sizes  330/30 to 360/32

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    Kevlar Thread - Needle sizes for sewing with Kevlar thread.

    • Kevlar Thread Size 46 / Tex 40 (T-40) / Gov't Size B - Use needle Sizes 90/14 to 100/16

    • Kevlar Thread Size 69 / Tex 60 (T-60) or Tex 70 (T-70) / Gov't Size E / - Use needle Sizes 100/16 to 110 /18. Please note: Size 69 is the thickest size Kevlar thread most home sewing machines can handle.

    • Kevlar Thread Size 92 / Tex 80 (T-80) or Tex 90 (T-90) / Gov't Size F - Use needle Sizes 110/18 to 125/20

    • Kevlar Thread Size 138 / Tex 120 (T-120) / Gov't Size FF - Use needle Sizes 125/20 to 140/22

    • Kevlar Thread Size 207 / Tex 210 (T-210) / Gov't Size 3-Cord - Use needle Sizes 140/22 to 180/24

    • Kevlar Thread Size 346 / Tex 400 (T-400) / Gov't Size 3-Cord - Use needle Sizes 230/26 to 260/28

    • Kevlar Thread Tex 800 Commercial Size N/A, Tex 800 (T-800), Gov't Size N/A - Use needle Sizes N/A

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    Monofilament Thread - Needle sizes for sewing with Monofilament thread.

    • Monofilament Size .004 / Tex 8 (T-8) / 85 Denier (85/D) - Use Needle Sizes 55/7 to 65/9

    • Monofilament Size .005 / Tex 14 (T-14) / 130 Denier (130/D) - Use Needle Sizes 65/9 to 70/10

    • Monofilament Size .006 / Tex 18 (T-18) / 180 Denier (180/D) - Use Needle Sizes 70/10 to 80/12

    • Monofilament Size .007 / Tex 27 (T-27) / 250 Denier (250/D) - Use Needle Sizes 75/11 to 80/12

    • Monofilament Size .008 / Tex 35 (T-35) / 330 Denier (330/D) - Use Needle Sizes 80/12 to 90/14

    • Monofilament Size .009 / Tex 45 (T-45) / 420 Denier (420/D) - Use Needle Sizes 90/14 to 100/16

    • Monofilament Size .010 / Tex 50 (T-50) / 520 Denier (520/D) - Use Needle Sizes 100/16 to 110/18. Please note: Size .010 is the thickest size monofilament thread most home sewing machines can handle.

    • Monofilament Size .011 / Tex 60 (T-60) / 620 Denier (620/D) - Use Needle Sizes 110/18 to 120/19

    • Monofilament Size .012 / Tex 80 (T-80) / 720 Denier (720/D) - Use Needle Sizes 120/19 to 125/20

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    Embroidery Thread - Needle Sizes for 30 and 40 wt embroidery thread.

    Please note: 30 weight is thicker than 40 weight embroidery thread.

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    Cotton Thread - Needle Sizes for Cotton Thread

    Please note: The higher weight number, the thinner the thread

    • 28-Weight Cotton Thread - Use Needle Sizes 110/18 to 130/21

    • 40-Weight Cotton Thread - Use Needle Sizes 80/12 to 90/14

    • 50-Weight Cotton Thread - Use Needle Sizes 70/10 to 90/14

    • 60-Weight Cotton Thread - Use Needle Sizes 65/9 to 80 / 12

    Related Cotton Thread and Needle Information

     

    Fire Retardant (FR) Thread - Needle Sizes for Fire Retardant (FR) Sewing and Embroidery Thread

    • Fire Retardant (FR) Embroidery Thread - 40 Weight - Use Needle Sizes 75/11 to 80/12

    • Fire Retardant Sewing Thread (Spun Kevlar and Spun Nomex - Listed Separately)

      • Tex 27 (T-27) to Tex 30 (T-30) - Use needle sizes 70 / 10 to 80 / 12

      • Tex 35 (T-35) to Tex 40 (T-40)  - Use needle sizes 80 / 12 to 90 / 14

      • Tex 45 (T-45) to Tex 50 (T-50) - Use needle sizes 90 / 14 to 100/ 16

      • Tex 60 (T-60) to Tex 70 (T-70) - Use needle sizes 100 / 16 to 110 / 18

      • Tex 90 (T-90) to Tex 105 (T-105) - Use needle sizes 110 / 18 to 125 / 20

      • Tex 135 (T-135) - Use needle sizes 110 / 18 to 125 / 20

    Related Fire Retardant (FR) Thread and Needle Information

     

    Bag Closing Thread - Needle Sizes for Bag Closing Thread

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    Nylon Thread Nylon Thread Nylon Thread Information Thread to Needle Size Chart

    Nylon Thread - Ten Sizes - Over 100 colors in some sizes.

    • Nylon thread is strong, smooth-sewing, durable and easy to use.
    • Nylon is a great thread for leather, canvas and vinyl.
    • Use up to size 69 nylon in most home sewing machines.
    • Buy what you need - We have nylon thread on single small spools, large spools and cases.
    Nylon Thread Size Selections
    Polyester Thread Polyester Thread Polyester Thread Information Thread to Needle Size Chart

    Polyester Thread - Nine Sizes - Great for outdoor use.

    • Polyester looks and feels like nylon thread with comparable strength, durability, and ease of use.
    • Polyester thread is UV resistant. It is great for outdoor use with fabric, leather, canvas and vinyl.
    • Use up to size 69 polyester thread in most home sewing machines.
    • Buy what you need - We have Polyester thread on single small spools, large spools and cases.
    Polyester Thread Size Selections
    Kevlar Thread Kevlar Thread Kevlar Thread Information Thread to Needle Size Chart

    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
    Robison-Anton Thread The Robison-Anton Store All Embroidery Products Embroidery Information Robison-Anton Conversion Charts Thread to Needle Size Chart

    Robison-Anton - The full line of 40-Wt Robison-Anton machine embroidery thread

    Embroidery Thread - Backings - Hoops - Thread closeouts, backings and hoops for major makes and models.

    • The full line of Robison-Anton thread in Super Brite Polyester, Super Strength Rayon, J Metallic, Moonglow, Super Strength Variegated, Twister Tweed and Color Cards.
    • We also have great values on name-brand closeout king spools for under $6.00, and Grab-Bags by the Pound.
    • Embroidery Backings and Stabilizers - Over 120 products available. Machine Embroidery Hoops - Snap hoops, sticky hoops, guides and parts.
    Embroidery Selections
    Machine Sewing Needles All Needles Needles Information Thread To Needle Size Chart Machine To Needle Reference Groz-Beckert Publications

    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
    Prewound Bobbins Prewound Bobbins Prewound Bobbin Buying Guide Bobbin Style to Machine Reference Prewound Bobbin Style Guide

    Prewound Bobbins - Save time with pre-loaded bobbins.

    • Full-gross (144), half-gross (72), and packs of 12 for smaller jobs.
    • Styles A (Class 15), G, L, M, and U - Other styles on closeout.
    • Wide selection of half-price bobbins.
    • Find the right bobbin for your machine.
    Prewound Bobbin Selections
    Prewound Bobbins Monofilament Thread Monofilament Thread Buying Guide Thread To Needle Size Chart

    Monofilament Thread - Also called invisible nylon thread.

    • Similar texture to fishing line, but thinner.
    • Comes in 9 sizes from ultra-thin size .004 to sturdy-size .012.
    • Small spools in sizes .005 to .012.
    • 1.5 Lb. canisters in all sizes - Case quantities available.
    Monofilament Selections
    Cotton Thread Cotton Thread Mettler Cotton Thread Buying Guide Thread To Needle Size Chart

    Cotton Thread - The full line of Mettler Silk-Finish Cotton and Aurifil closeouts.

    • Mettler cotton from thinnest to thickest in 60, 50, 40, and 28-weights.
    • Aurifil cotton closeouts at 35% off.
    • Mettler and Aurifil are made from 100% long staple Egyptian cotton fibers.
    • The lower the thread weight number, the thicker the thread.
    Cotton Thread Selections
    Sewing and Serger Thread Sewing / Serger Thread

    Sewing and Serger Thread - Spun polyester, poly-core, silk closeout and more.

    • Maxi-Lock - Tex 27 - Over 90 solid and variegated colors on 3000-Yd spools.
    • Excell - Same as Maxi-Lock on 6000-Yd spools - Around 12 colors.
    • Maxi-Lock Stretch - High elasticity thread in over 35 colors.
    • Closeouts in spun polyester, poly-core silk, and more.
    Sewing and Serger Thread Selections
    Waxed Thread Waxed Thread Imitation Sinew Waxed Thread Buying Guide Imitation Sinew Buying Guide

    Crafts Threads: Waxed Thread - Imitation Sinew - For hand sewing. Most machines cannot handle waxed thread or sinew. Check owners manual.

    • Waxing makes thread stiffer, stronger, and more water repellent.
    • Great for leather, canvas, vinyl, and heavy fabrics.
    • 70-Yd tubes from Maine Thread in 6 sizes - Over 36 colors.
    • Closeout - Nylon coils, and waxed polyester-linen tubes.
    Crafts Threads: Waxed Thread - Imitation Sinew Selections
    Bag Closing Thread Bag Closing Thread Bag Closing Thread Buying Guide

    Bag Closing Thread - FDA Compliant.

    • Use to seal paper, polypropylene, cotton and jute bags.
    • Also a strong, inexpensive, and knot free thread.
    • Comes in 4-ply and 5-ply thicknesses.
    • Available in 8-Oz, 5-Lb, and 20-Lb cones.
    Bag Closing Thread Selections
    Sewing Accessories Sewing Accessories

    Sewing Accessories - Notions and accessories that make sewing easier.

    • Thread cone holders let you use economical king spools with sewing machines that only accept mini spools.
    • Thread sock stops puddling by gently holding the thread in place while it is on the spool.
    • Scissors, shears, snips and cutters made by Kretzer, Consew Smooth Cut, Fiskar and Slice.
    • Velcro (TM) and other hook-and loop, measuring tools and tool kits
    Sewing Accessories Selections