Thread Types and Needles
Thread Types
The Advantage 18 can perform automatic color changes between a variety of thread types.
However, the longer the thread fibers, the better the splice. Because synthetic threads have longer
fibers than natural threads such as cotton, a synthetic to synthetic splice is the most consistent. The
following table lists general guidelines for the splicing quality of different thread types. Of course,
the two threads in a splice can be different types of thread. Even if a thread does not splice well,
you may embroider with it on the Advantage 18 by threading it manually.
Synthetic
Best for splicing
Blends of Synthetic and Natural
Better than all natural
Natural
May need manual rethreading
Monofilaments
Must be manually threaded
Metalics
Must be manually threaded
Needles
During an Advantage 18 color change, the actual splice of the two threads passes through the eye
of the needle. For the splice to easily pass through the eye, use a standard 80/12 size needle or
larger.
Tensions
Excellent embroidery quality is achieved when both the upper thread and bobbin thread tensions
are set properly. Experience and practice allows customized tension settings based on factors such
as: threads, material, backing, needle type, stitch size, and hooping.
The Upper Tension
There is one upper tensioner on the Advantage 18 used by all 18 thread positions. Because
different types and weights of threads require different tensions, the Advantage 18 tensioner is
designed to store the tension setting for each thread position in memory.
When a tension is reset, the new setting replaces the old one in memory for that thread position.
Keeping the same types and weights of threads in the same thread positions will reduce the
number of tension adjustments.
Bobbin Tension
The same factors affecting upper tensions affect bobbin tension. The bobbin tension is adjusted
manually, however, by rotating a set screw on the bobbin case (see Figure 2-5).
Bobbin Tension
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