SCHMETZ DPx17, 135x17 universal sewing machine needles, 10 pcs

DPx17, 135x17 are SCHMETZ universal industrial sewing machine needles with a standard R-type round point. They are designed for sewing a variety of woven fabrics, technical textiles, and coated materials, helping create precise, even stitch lines.

Features of universal R-point needles

R (Normal Round Point) is a standard needle point with a slim, conical shape. It is widely used in industrial sewing and is suitable for many woven fabrics and technical materials.

R is the standard point type, so the letter R is usually not listed separately in the SCHMETZ system designation. DPx17 and 135x17 without an additional point designation indicate a standard R-type needle.

Unlike specialized leather-cutting points, the R point is not designed to create a pronounced incision. For knitwear with delicate knitted loops, consider a suitable ball point type instead.

Suitable materials and applications

• Lightweight woven fabrics, such as shirting and blouse fabrics.
• A variety of medium-weight woven textiles, when used with the appropriate needle size.
• Heavy, densely woven technical materials, such as awning fabrics.
• Coated textiles.
• Laminated materials with layers of soft plastic or thin cardboard.
• Films and suitable synthetic materials.
• Leather and textile combinations, when the standard round point is suitable for the material.

Technical specifications

• Manufacturer: SCHMETZ.
• Needle system: DPx17.
• Alternative system designations: 135x17, SY 3355.
• Needle point type: R — Normal Round Point.
• Point shape: standard conical round point.
• Application: universal sewing of woven fabrics and suitable technical textiles.
• SCHMETZ CANU: 37:20 1.
• Packaging: 10 needles.

Compatibility and needle selection

These needles are intended for industrial sewing machines whose technical documentation specifies the DPx17, 135x17, or SY 3355 needle system. Before purchasing, check the system designation and choose an NM size suitable for the material and sewing thread.

Important: DPx17 is not the same as DPx5 or the 130/705 H needle system used in household sewing machines. Use only the needle system specified for your sewing machine.

Recommendation: For knitwear, compare the R point with SES or SUK point types. SPI may be more suitable for densely woven and fine fabrics. For sewing leather, choose a needle point type suitable for the material.