The Schmetz Overlock Needle EL705 needle is designed for use in electronic multi-purpose sergers that do the overlock, cover, safety, and mock safety stitches. Schmetz Overlock Needle EL705 is not suitable for use in normal home sewing machines or embroidery machines, machines should specify ELX705 system. The Schmetz Overlock Needle EL705 come five in a pack. Check your owners manual for compatability.
This needle has a nickel finish, same as a regular home sewing machine needle. Slightly rounded point.
Needles have a groove on the front and back sides of the blade to reduce skipped stitches. The second long groove is necessary to create chain stitches like overlock or coverlock stitches.
ELx705, have increased strength due to a reinforced blade leading to less needle breakage and straighter stitches.
ELx705, has a slightly rounded point for universal use.
Size 12/80
