Do machine needles get too old to use?
09-07-2013, 05:08 AM
#22
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I had the same breakage on 2 Schmetz needles from the same pack just last week. I couldn't figure out what I may have done wrong. Good to know it was probably the needles, not me.
Duds - I've used Schmetz needles for years, but couple of months ago I had 3 needles (TS 80/12) from the same pack of 5 break within four days. Chucked the other two. Very odd though to get that in the same pack as I imagine thousands of them come down the production line and go randomly into packs. Not had a problem with any others since either.
09-07-2013, 06:02 AM
#24
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Perhaps your machine needed a good cleaning/service at the same time. If you get a lot of lint build-up it will tweek your needle or maybe if they weren't up in the shaft far enough, that would affect the timing. Just a thought.
09-07-2013, 06:56 AM
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We can be very quick to criticize and the word spreds fast. And there's always 2 sides to every story. On the other hand, praise is seldom given and rarely spreds. We only have our own experience and it's filtered through our own set of values. So I'm glad this site doesn't allow negativity. It doesn't cheer anyone up. I've gotten caught when having a bad day, had threads deleted and been the better for the accountability.
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09-07-2013, 07:18 PM
#26
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When my auto threader no longer threads it's a great notification it's time for a new needle (means it is worn and is slightly bent for my machine). I use the Schmetz needles and have not had issues to date. Thanks for letting me know of the possibility of a 'bad batch'.
09-07-2013, 08:24 PM
#28
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Thanks!
(am I supposed to ask clarifying question in a thread or start a new post?)
09-07-2013, 10:07 PM
#29
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I match the needle size to the thread. I usually use Aurifil (50wt) or Bottom Line (60 wt) for piecing. That wt thread would take a 70/10. I've been using universal. Recently I discovered microtex (sharp) needles and prefer them. Having said all this, I have an inventory of 80/12 universal Schmetz needles that I'll use up.
Superior Threads has a pamphlet of needles and threads. It includes the difference of quilting, jeans, universal, embroidery, leather, microtex and metallic needles. I think that coveres it. I got my pamphlet from the Bernina dealership.
Superior Threads has a pamphlet of needles and threads. It includes the difference of quilting, jeans, universal, embroidery, leather, microtex and metallic needles. I think that coveres it. I got my pamphlet from the Bernina dealership.
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