Handi Quilter Ball Point Longarm Needles – Two Packages of 10 (18/110-FG, Ball Point)

The Handi Quilter Ball Point Longarm Needles are designed specifically for longarm quilters working with knit fabrics and stretchy materials. This package includes two sets of 10 needles each (20 needles total) in size 18/110-FG, ensuring you have a reliable supply for extended quilting projects. The ball point tip glides between fabric fibers rather than piercing them, preventing snags, runs, and skipped stitches on knit and jersey fabrics.

Key Features

• Ball point tip designed to safely quilt knit fabrics without causing runs or damage to stretchy materials
• Size 18/110-FG provides the ideal balance of strength and precision for longarm quilting applications
• Compatible with longarm quilting machines that use the 134 needle system
• Two packages of 10 needles each (20 needles total) provide excellent value and ensure you always have fresh needles on hand
• Engineered specifically for Handi Quilter longarm machines to deliver consistent stitch quality
• Ball point design reduces skipped stitches and thread breaks when working with knits and stretchy fabrics
• Premium construction ensures reliable performance through multiple quilt projects

Specifications

These ball point longarm needles are essential for quilters who work with t-shirt quilts, athletic wear, or any project incorporating knit and stretchy fabrics, making them a smart investment for expanding your quilting capabilities. Handi Quilter backs this machine with a 10-year casting warranty, 5-year mechanical warranty, and 5-year electrical warranty, plus free parts and labor for the first 90 days. OSP Machines is an authorized Handi Quilter dealer and provides free support for the life of your machine.

Compatible Machines

• Handi Quilter longarm quilting machines using the 134 needle system
• Handi Quilter Amara
• Handi Quilter Avante
• Handi Quilter Fusion
• Handi Quilter Simply Sixteen
• Other longarm machines that utilize the 134 needle system

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes ball point needles different from regular longarm needles?

Ball point needles have a rounded tip that slides between fabric fibers rather than piercing through them. This design prevents snags, runs, and damage when quilting knit fabrics, t-shirt quilts, or any stretchy materials. Regular sharp needles can create holes or runs in knit fabrics, while ball point needles glide safely through the weave.

How do I know if my longarm machine uses the 134 needle system?

The 134 needle system is standard on Handi Quilter longarm machines including the Amara, Avante, Fusion, and Simply Sixteen models. Check your machine's manual or the packaging of your current needles to confirm compatibility. If you currently use 134 system needles, these ball point needles will fit your machine.

How many needles are included in this package?

This product includes two packages of 10 needles each, for a total of 20 ball point needles in size 18/110-FG. This quantity ensures you have plenty of fresh needles for multiple projects and can replace needles as needed to maintain optimal stitch quality.

When should I use ball point needles instead of regular needles?

Use ball point needles whenever you're quilting knit fabrics, jersey, t-shirt quilts, athletic wear, or any stretchy materials. If you notice skipped stitches, runs, or holes when quilting these fabrics with regular needles, switching to ball point needles will solve the problem. For woven cotton fabrics, standard sharp needles work best.

What does the 18/110-FG size mean?

The 18/110 indicates the needle size, with 18 being the European sizing and 110 the American equivalent. This is a medium-heavy weight needle suitable for most longarm quilting applications. The FG designation refers to the ball point tip style, specifically designed for knit and stretch fabrics.