DBXK5 | Embroidery | Titanium | SD1 | #90/14
leather, heavy-duty synthetics, and abrasive materials. This needle combines a specialized "tri-point" cutting tip with a titanium durability coating to ensure smooth penetration and longevity.
Key Components of the Designation
- oversized eye—one size larger than standard needles—to reduce thread stress and fraying during high-volume runs.
- round point with a small triangular (tri-point) tip. This cutting point "slices" through materials like fine leather and foils, creating a clean, straight stitch without tearing the material as a standard sharp point might.
- titanium nitride ceramic coating that makes the needle 3–5 times more wear-resistant than standard chrome needles. This gold-colored finish maintains the needle's sharpness and prevents it from heating up or bending during marathon production sessions.
Ideal Applications
These needles are best suited for projects where precision and durability are critical:
- Fine Leather Goods: Such as gloves, soft clothing leather, and accessories.
- Dense or Abrasive Fabrics: Arimid threads, flame-retardant materials, and laminated foils.
- Automated Machinery: Long production runs where frequent needle changes would cause significant downtime