August 13th, 2017, 12:16 PM
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Re: Heads are breaking needles
When it comes to caps needle breaks are common on certain types of caps.
Heavy structured caps such as newera or flexfit sometimes use heavy monofiliment in the stitching which can deflect needles even sharp needles. Some have tried leather chisel needles.
Another problem you might have, is your settings for caps may be off. On different machine brands there are different names for it so you will have to read up on it. But essentially there is a pantograph timing/speed adjustment that adjusts the timing of when the cap ends up at the right point... If the pantograph timing is off the hat will continue to move slightly by the time the needle makes contact with the cap. This will "flex" the needle causing it to hit the hook or needle plate.
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