Industrial Sewing Machine Needles - SCHMETZ DPx16 N-135x16 TW for Leather

SCHMETZ DPx16 N also known as 135X16 TW, DPX16 N are industrial sewing machine needles for leather with an S (Narrow Cross Point) cutting point. This needle point produces a very straight, clean stitch, because the cut in the material is made perpendicular to the direction of the thread. Ideal for precise seams on leather without fraying the material. The chrome coating ensures less friction and higher durability in heavy-duty use.

🧵 Suitable materials

• Natural and synthetic leather
• Leather goods with multiple layers
• Textiles combined with leather (linings, bags, accessories)
• Car upholstery, bag parts, belts

✨ Where the S needle shines

• Very straight, visually clean seams – suitable for both durability and design
• Bags, belts, wallets, and other leather accessories
• Footwear and leather goods industry
• Sewing car seats and other thicker materials

🎯 S (Narrow Cross Point) advantages

• Very straight stitch line – with no side slant
• Clean cut – does not fray or tear the leather
• Perfect for coarse, pronounced decorative seams
• Stable stitch even in thicker materials

🧶 Recommended threads for leather

Choose the needle size and thread size according to the thickness of the material.

🔧 Compatibility

Suitable for industrial lockstitch machines that use  135X16 TW, DPX16 N series needles.

Needle systems (equivalents): 135X16 TW, DPX16 N

📐 Technical data

• CANU: 37:20AS1
• Point type: S – Narrow Cross Point (very straight cut)
• Coating: Chrome
• Shank Ø: 2.0 mm
• Total length: 44.0 mm
• Length to eye: 38.9 mm
• Shank flattening: none (without flattening)
• Blade shape: straight
• Number of grooves: 1
• Stitch type: Lockstitch
• Packaging: 10 needles

ℹ️ Note

The visual appearance of the seam in the pictures applies to machines with side-threaded threading. On front-threaded machines, the stitch effect may differ slightly. If you need a slanted stitch, choose the LR or LL cutting point.

✅ Why these needles?

• Perfect for straight, pronounced seams on leather
• Very durable, suitable for long-term industrial sewing
• Compatible with all the most popular 135X16 TW, DPX16 N series lockstitch machines