Thread Recommendations - Sailrite Fabricator Manual

Thread Recommendations

Polyester
Polyester is the most common choice for
outdoor applications. Perfect for sail and canvas
work, polyester thread has high strength and
stretch control, stability in sunlight (UVR) and
resistance to needle heat, abrasion, saltwater
and mildew.
Nylon
Nylon threads have excellent elasticity, which
makes them the perfect choice for upholstery
projects. When you sit on a seat, you want the
thread to be able to give and rebound under your
weight. Nylon is excellent for indoor upholstery,
automotive upholstery, luggage and more.
STD.
General Purpose
V-30
V-46
V-69
V-92
V-138
Profilen/Tenara (V-92)
Heavy Tenara (V-138)
This chart offers needle and thread size recommendations for sewing standard, woven fabrics. Needle and thread recommendations for
sewing specialty fabrics are available online in our Thread & Needle Recommendation Guide, downloadable from every fabric detail page.
Sailrite Fabricator Guidebook
GOV. TEX
N/A N/A
AA 30
B 45
E 70
F 90
FF 135
N/A N/A
N/A N/A
PTFE/Fluoropolymer
PTFE and fluoropolymer threads (Profilen
& Tenara) come with a lifetime guarantee.
These are the best threads to use for outdoor
applications where your projects will see
frequent, intense sun or other weather
extremes. These threads are unaffected by
exposure to UV rays, cleaning agents, pollution,
saltwater, air, rain and snow.
Monofilament
Monofilament thread is a clear, strong nylon
thread that blends in with fabrics. It is often used
in upholstery because of its clear color.
TENSILE (LBS) NEEDLE SIZE
N/A #10 or #12
4.5 #12 or #14
7.1 #14 or #16
10.6 #16 or #18
14.2 #18 or #20
21.2 #20 or #22
6.7 - 7.9 / 8 - 10 #14 or #16
15 - 20 #19 or #20
FABRIC WEIGHT
< 6 oz
< 1.5 oz.
< 3 oz.
3 - 6 oz. & Sunbrella
6 - 10 oz. & Sunbrella
> 10 oz.
3 - 20 oz. & Sunbrella
> 15 oz.
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