1. Natural fiber sewing thread
1). Cotton sewing thread: It has the characteristics of high strength, good heat resistance, suitable for high-speed sewing and durable pressing, etc. It is mainly used for sewing cotton fabrics, leather, and high-temperature ironing.
2). Silk thread: It has excellent luster and strength, and its elasticity and wear resistance are better than cotton thread; it is suitable for all kinds of silk clothing, high-end woolen clothing, fur, leather clothing decorative embroidery, etc.
2. Synthetic fiber sewing thread
1). Polyester sewing thread: It is the main sewing thread at present, with high strength, (will not reduce the strength when wet), good elasticity, wear resistance, low shrinkage (less than 1% after setting), low moisture regain, It has the characteristics of good high and low-temperature resistance, light resistance, water resistance, chemical stability, etc. It is suitable for the sewing of denim, sportswear, leather products, car seats, wool, and military uniforms.
2) Nylon sewing thread (nylon): high strength and elongation, good elasticity, its breaking strength are three times higher than that of the cotton thread of the same specification; suitable for sewing chemical fiber, woolen, leather and elastic clothing, sewing of car seats, etc.
3). Vinylon sewing thread: It has the characteristics of high strength and stable stitches; it is suitable for sewing thick canvas, furniture cloth, labor insurance products, etc.
4). Acrylic sewing thread: mainly used as decorative thread and embroidery thread, the yarn twist is low and dyed brightly.
3. Mixed sewing thread
1). Polyester-cotton sewing thread: It can ensure the requirements of strength, wear-resistance, and low shrinkage rate, suitable for high sewing; suitable for all kinds of clothing such as cotton and polyester-cotton.
2). Core-spun thread: suitable for high-speed sewing and high-strength garments
