Is It Alright To Use Any Bobbin?

Do you know that there a wide variety of bobbins available for use in various types of machines? You may not even know how many different kinds of bobbins are there! And, do you think that you can use any bobbin in any machine, with only the condition that it fits in well? Oh! You are completely wrong! Bobbins have a particular different way of being held over and used from machine to machine. You need to take some time out to find which kind of bobbin suits your machine type and application. Use only that particular bobbin and discard the rest. Many bobbins look the same, but are slightly different in height, diameter, design, and depth; and there is no such thing as a universal bobbin. No bobbin can fit any and every sewing machine. Choosing the right kind of bobbin for your machine is very important. 

It is obvious that the size of your bobbin should exactly match the machine’s bobbin case. However, any bobbin that fits into the bobbin case is not necessarily the right bobbin. Even the slightest difference in size and design can cause chaos for the owner. This is because a machine’s bobbin case tension is set properly, based on the machine’s correct bobbin type. If a machine uses lightweight plastic bobbins, the tension will be set differently; and if a machine uses heavier metal bobbins, the tension will be set accordingly. So, another aspect you must remember is that along with the size, it is the weight and material of the bobbin that is also important to be considered. The same sized plastic and metal bobbins cannot be used interchangeably. Doing so will only result in unbalanced tension and faulty operation, and it could even affect the working of the machine and damage it completely. So, even the smallest amount of carelessness can break down your machine!

Another aspect is the height of the bobbin. Bobbins that are taller than required will interfere with the stitch formation, especially for machines with drop-in bobbins. When a stitch is taken, the thread will not be able to clear the top of the bobbin, which will result in a wound up mess in the bobbin area. On the other hand, a smaller bobbin than required will fall out of the bobbin case of a front-loading machine. This is why you must use only the bobbin that is specified by the sewing machine manufacturer.

If you have lost your manual and don't know which bobbin you should use, you can always stop by a sewing machine store or service window with your machine’s make and model. There you can learn about which bobbin is the most appropriate for your machine. And, for any kind of bobbins, you can get in touch with Trim Engineering Services, one of the leading Bobbin Manufacturers in India, who are experts in manufacturing a variety of nylon flange, wooden, plastic, yarn tail, aluminum, phenolic flange, perforate, braided machine bobbins, and many more bobbins.

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