Special sewing machines such as overlock and coverlock machines often require special needle systems such as the ELx705 CF. These unique needles are adapted to the requirements of the relevant model and are not interchangeable with other household or overlock needles.

Like most household needles, the SCHMETZ ELx705 CF overlock needle has a flat shaft, so it can be easily inserted into the sewing machine.

The main feature of the ELx705 CF overlock needle, which sets it apart from other household needles, is the second thread groove. It supports the formation of chain stitches, such as overlock or coverlock stitches, and ensures that only a low thread tension is required to form the stitch.

The ELx705 CF overlock needle also has a special blade design. This prevents needle bending, which helps prevent needle breakage, even at the high operating speeds of overlock machines. Additionally, it helps to form extra straight stitches.

Like the Universal Needle, the ELx705 CF has a slightly rounded needle tip, making it universally applicable and suitable for handling a wide variety of materials.

The needle is available in standard needle sizes 80/12 and 90/14, which can be used on most materials. Needle size 65/9 is also available for very fine fabrics. Thin needles are easier to bend. That is why skipped stitches often occur when working with thicker fabrics.

The CF in the needle designation stands for Chrome Finish . This means that the needles are covered with chrome. This coating is the industry standard and ensures that the needles can withstand the higher sewing speeds of overlock and coverlock machines for a long time.

Overlock needles ELx705 CF are marked with a black color marker to distinguish them from other household needles. The second color marking lower on the needle indicates the needle size.

Please note that your machine will only work correctly and produce optimal results if you use the correct needle system.
Information about which needles can be used in your machine can be found in the instructions for use or, in individual cases, directly on the machine itself.