DBXK5 | Embroidery | BP | Titanium | #75/11
The DBxK5 is a specialized industrial needle system designed primarily for high-speed commercial embroidery machines. It is essentially a variation of the common DBx1 system but features a larger eye to allow embroidery threads (like rayon or polyester) to pass through more easily with less friction and breakage.
Technical Specifications
According to manufacturers like Groz-Beckert and Schmetz, the DBxK5 is engineered for high functional reliability and resistance to deflection.
- Shank Type: Round shank (not for home machines).
- Shank Diameter: 1.62mm.
- Length to Eye: 33.9mm.
- Overall Length: 37.5mm.
- Special Feature: Larger eye compared to standard needles of the same size.
- Equivalent Systems: 1738 KK, DB-N20, CANU 13:80.
- PD(Titanium): Features a titanium nitride coating that is twice as hard as chrome, increasing needle life by up to 3 times and reducing heat buildup.
Common Point Styles
- RG (Normal Round Point / Small Ball Point): The standard for most embroidery. It is suitable for both knitted and woven fabrics as it displaces loops to prevent material damage.
- FFG/SES (Light Ball Point): Ideal for knitted fabrics to prevent snags.
- Sharp Point: Used for tightly woven fabrics and caps to ensure precise penetration.
Machine Compatibility
The DBxK5 is the standard needle for a wide range of industrial single and multi-head embroidery machines:
- Major Brands: Titan, Tajima, Barudan, Brother (industrial), SWF, Happy, Toyota, and Melco.
- Other Compatible Brands: ZSK, Meistergram, Pfaff (industrial), and many Chinese-made commercial machines