SINGER 5102 - Manual (Page 9)

Refer to this table to determine the weight and type of fabric you will be using in order to select the
correct needle and thread combination.
For correct needle and thread combination for your fabric, refer to the Fabric, Thread and Needle
Table on the following pages.
MEDIUM HEAVY VERY HEAVY
Velvet, Crepe de Chine, Shantung,
Suiting, Brocade
Velvet, Taffeta, Satin, Crepe Brocade, Taffeta, Satin, Crepe
Velveteen, Corduroy, Velvet, Fleece,
Velour, Terry, Chintz Corduroy, Denim, Ticking, Canvas,
Linen, Drapery Fabric, Burlap
Denim, Duck,
Canvas, Sailcloth,
Upholstery Fabric
Stretch Velours A, Stretch TerryA
A Usually contain some synthetic fibres also.
Suiting, Flannel, Gabardine, Felt,
Serge, Mohair Suiting, Tweed, Duffle Coating, Blanketing
Jersey
Velvet, Crepe, T affeta. Satin Gabardine
Jacquard, Double Knit, Sweater Knit,
Bonded Knit, Tricot, Spandex, Stretch
Terry, Stretch Velour, Deep Pile, Fake
Furs
Double Knit, Helenca, Fake Furs
Linen Type, Poplin, Corduroy,
Gabardine
Denim, Gabardine, Drapery Fabric
Terry Knit Double Knit
Patent, Imitation-Leathers & Suedes,
Leather, Suede, Reptile Buckskin, Calfskin, Suede, Reptile Upholstery Leather
Bonded Vinyl (Knit Back), Patent,
Embossed, Printed Upholstery Vinyl Upholstery Vinyl