as they as stronger and rather than the needle breaking they would mess up the timing in the machine. Does anyone know anything about that?

Wow, that's one I never heard. I use organ titanium needles and have never had a problem with machine timing or anything else. Interesting, hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm?
Carol

Question. Are titanium-coated needles OK for home machines?
Answer. Definitely yes. Most industrial machines around the world use titanium-coated needles because they last much longer. The titanium coating is micro-thin and prevents normal wear and tear at the friction points. If you hear the rumor that a titanium coated needle will cause more machine damage if it breaks due to the titanium coating, ignore it. The micro-thin titanium coating does not make the needle super strong. It just provides a very hard surface coating to reduce wear. Any needle breakage can cause damage and the titanium-coated needle will not cause more damage than other types of needles. If that were true, industrial sewing companies would not use them.

from Bob Purcell of Superior Threads

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by twee 15 Jan 2011

That is good to know, thanks

I have three Bernina machines and was sold the Organ needles at a Bernina dealer. I have had problems sometimes with them for emberoidery. Last time I had my embroidery machine cleaned I told them about my problems. I was asked if I use the Organ needles. He says that Bernina even has in the newer manuals to use either Bernina or Schmitz. So I am now trying to use them up in my serger. The titanium are really expensive. A lesson learned. ♥

Something good to know! I did not know that about titanium needles. I need to research further! Thanks!
Angel

the Janome dealer in my town told me to use the titanium needle for emb on T-shirts-not ballpoint needles and to use it for all embroidery. I rarely use my machine for regular sewing, but I change it if I do regular sewing work.

I read somewhere that Organ needles are best used for machines manufactured in Asia as well as for overlockers, but should be avoided on the Swiss, German, Swedish (European) machines. I think (may be wrong) that it may have something to do with the length of the needle shaft.

I have been told the same thing - titanium needles should be avoided if possible - rather break a needle than something in the machine. I used a titanium needle which bent rather than break - it struck the plate under the needle and has left an annoying snag which I have had to file down and paint with nail varnish to prevent snagging.

Oh my - this is something that we all need to ask our dealers about and report back - if we don't know. Hehehe! I don't!

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by shirlener88 14 Jan 2011

My dearler just said that it is a coating to make the needle stronger and not to worry about it the use whether it be with embroidery work or regular sewing - that sounds good enough for me.

titanium needles have been developed because they withstand heat and are high strength. Ideal for embroidery because of the speed and constant use. Can be used for regular sewing but not recommended. It is best to use the needles specified for the job at hand.