Industrial sewing machine needles SCHMETZ DPx5 LR - leather (10 pcs.)

SCHMETZ DPx5 LR is an industrial sewing machine needle for leather with LR (Reverse Twist) cutting point. The needle cut is at an ~45° angle to the thread direction, so the seam on leather looks decoratively slanted (slight left slant) with a clean, distinct cut. Chrome coating reduces friction and heat, ensuring long service life in intensive production.

🧵 Suitable materials

• All types of natural and synthetic leather
• Leather combined with textiles (bags, linings, belts)
• Thicker coated materials (e.g., automotive upholstery, bag parts)

✨ Where LR shines

• Decorative/topstitch seams on leather with a sleek, even slant
• Footwear and apparel industry, leather upholstery
• Sewing bags, suitcases, car seats

🎯 LR (Reverse Twist) advantages

• Clearly cut stitch without leather pulling
• Aesthetically slanted seam – perfect for decoration and visible topstitching
• Stable stitch even with thicker threads

🧶 Thread recommendations for leather

Choose needle and thread size based on leather thickness and desired effect (the thicker the material, the larger the NM and thread tex):

• For decorative/topstitch seams: polyester or polyamide approx. tex 75–150 (No. 20–8) with needle NM 120–160
• For medium thickness leather: polyester approx. tex 50–75 (No. 40–30) with needle NM 110–140

🔧 Compatibility

Suitable for industrial lockstitch machines designed for 134 series needles.

Needle systems (equivalents): 134 LR, 135X8 R TW, PFX134 LR, DPx5 LR

📐 Technical data

• CANU: 20:05AX1
• Tip type: LR – Reverse twist point (cutting point 45°)
• Coating: Chrome
• Shank Ø: 2.0 mm
• Overall length: 38.5 mm
• Length to eye: 33.9 mm
• Shank flattening: none (no flattening)
• Blade shape: straight
• Number of grooves: 1
• Stitch type: Lockstitch
• Packaging: 10 needles

ℹ️ Note

Seam appearance in images refers to machines with side thread take-up; front thread take-up machines may show a different slant effect. If a different seam slant is needed, choose the appropriate cutting point (e.g., LL for very straight seams).

✅ Why these needles?

• Optimal for visible decorative seams on leather
• Wear-resistant, designed for long, stable production
• Compatible with the most popular industry lockstitch machines