Table of sewing materials, threads and needles
The best tension for one fabric may not be correct for another. The required tensions
depend upon stiffness and thickness of the fabric, thread, size and type. If necessary,
readjust referring to the chart below.
Needle System
HAx1 (=130/705H)
(for home-use
sewing machine)
Overlock
Thread
Rolled edge NEEDLE THREAD
Thread tension
Standard setting
Overedging width
(Between left needle
and the edge)
Stitch length
Huskylock 90
Thin material
(crepe, georgette)
11 (75)
NEEDLE THREAD
Overlock thread
LOOPER THREAD
Overlock thread
Non-spun thread
Overlock thread
LOOPER THREAD
Non-spun thread
Medium - Loose
5.2-5.5 mm
2-2.5 mm
Medium to thick
(serge, gabardine)
11-14 (75-90)
NEEDLE THREAD
Overlock thread
LOOPER THREAD
Overlock thread
Non-spun thread
Medium
5.2-5.5 mm
2.5-3 mm
Thick material
(thick denim)
14-16 (90-100)
NEEDLE THREAD
Overlock thread
LOOPER THREAD
Overlock thread
Medium - Tight
5.5-6 mm
2.5-3 mm
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