Schmetz Universal Needles #70 #1708
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Schmetz Universal Needles 70/10
Purpose
A must-have size for precision garment construction and delicate hemming.Key Features
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Needle Type: Universal — slightly rounded point handles both wovens & knits.
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Needle System: 130/705 H (flat-shank household type).
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Finish: Polished, precision-ground shaft for smooth penetration and accurate stitch formation.
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Pack Qty: Typically 5 or 10 needles per card (German-engineered Schmetz quality).
Compatibility
Bernina • Baby Lock • Brother • Janome • Pfaff • Singer • Viking • Elna, and others.
Recommended Applications
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Fine fabrics: silk, batiste, voile, lawn, organza, chiffon, microfiber.
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Lightweight quilting cottons and delicate garment fabrics.
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Ideal with fine polyester or cotton threads.
Service Center Tip (NSV Exclusive)
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Replace after 6–8 hours of active sewing or if stitches begin to skip or fabric snags.
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Use smaller sizes (70/10) for light fabrics, 80/12 for medium, 90/14 for heavy material.
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fresh needle to protect fabric integrity and maintain machine timing.
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Keep clearly labeled packs by size in your needle caddy for quick identification at the service bench or sales counter.