214x2RTW - 328LR - DDx2LR

Groz Beckert 214X2 RTW Industrial Sewing Machine Needles – Built for Leather & Upholstery

The Groz Beckert 214X2 RTW needle system is specially designed for heavy-duty industrial sewing applications, particularly where thick leather and dense materials are involved. Ideal for double lockstitch machines, this needle delivers strong, reliable stitches in demanding conditions — whether you're producing car interiors, upholstery, or heavy leather goods.

Available in a wide range of sizes (NM 100 to NM 280 / Size 16 to 28) and corresponding shank diameters (from 2.0 mm to 2.5 mm), these needles are compatible with most industrial lockstitch machines used in automotive, furniture, and leather manufacturing.

Key Specifications:

• Needle System: 214X2 RTW, DDX2 LR, 328 LR, SY 4961, 50:10

• Shank Diameters:

  • NM 100–140 (Size 16–22): 2.0 mm

  • NM 160–180 (Size 23–24): 2.3 mm

  • NM 200–280 (Size 25–28): 2.5 mm

• Overall Length: 60.4 mm

• Length to Eye: 52 mm

• Needle Form: Straight needle with single groove and scarf

• Point Style: RTW / LR (commonly used for leather, cuts the material slightly to the right for decorative topstitching)

• Coating: Chrome-plated

• Stitch Type Class: 300

• Technical Application: Double Lock Stitch

• Recommended For: Thick leather, automotive and furniture upholstery

Designed for Professional Applications:

These needles are a go-to choice for automotive upholstery shops, furniture manufacturers, leatherworkers, and industrial sewing workshops that require durability and stitch accuracy when working with multi-layered or dense materials. The RTW point style (equivalent to LR – Left Twist or Right Cut Wedge) creates a clean, angled stitch that is ideal for topstitching on leather.

Why Choose Groz Beckert Needles:

• Chrome-coated for increased durability and reduced needle wear

• Engineered for smooth penetration of dense materials like leather

• Excellent stitch definition for decorative and structural seams

• Made to exacting German quality standards

• Broad size range available for different leather thicknesses and threads

Applications:

Perfect for sewing:

• Car seats & interiors

• Cushions

• Saddlery and harnesses

• Leather bags and accessories

• Heavy leather garments and upholstery

Recommended for:

• Thick leather

• Multi-layered leather assemblies

• Technical and heavy upholstery materials

Groz Beckert 214X2 RTW – Precision-engineered needles for thick leather and top-grade upholstery stitching. Available now at Infinity Sewing.