Description
The 15×1 needle is a flat-shank universal needle that is widely used in domestic sewing machines. It is also known as HAx1, 130/705H, and No. 16 in different needle systems . This standard design fits most modern home sewing and embroidery machines from major brands.
Common manufacturers and models
The 15×1/No. 16 needle is compatible with a broad range of home and light industrial sewing machines, including:
- Bernina (most domestic models)
- Brother (most domestic models)
- Janome (most domestic models)
- Juki (most domestic models)
- Pfaff (most domestic models)
- Singer (most domestic models) T
- Viking/Husqvarna-Viking (most domestic models)
- Consew (most domestic models)
- Simplicity (most domestic models)
- Singer (many domestic and light industrial models)
Why it’s universal
The 15×1 system became the standard flat-shank needle for home sewing in the late 19th century and was adopted by nearly all manufacturers. This means that as long as your machine uses a flat-shank needle, you can use any needle marked 15×1, HAx1, 130/705H, or No. 16 interchangeably.
Needle size note
The “x1” in 15×1 refers to the needle class (15), and the “1” refers to the size (No. 16). Needle size is measured in metric (e.g., 70/10, 90/14, 120/19) and should match your fabric and thread thickness
Tip: Always check your machine’s manual or needle packet to confirm the exact needle system. While 15×1 is universal, some older or specialty machines may use proprietary systems, and using the wrong needle can damage the machine
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