{"title":"#18 MR 4.0 R-Point (Regular Sharp) 134MR","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e#18 MR 4.0 R-Point (Regular Sharp) 134MR Longarm Needle\u003c\/strong\u003e is a professional-grade longarm quilting needle designed for use with standard longarm machines. Size 18 with a regular sharp point is the most commonly used needle for quilting through cotton fabrics and standard battings at production quilting speeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 (MR 4.0) — heavier needle for thicker fabrics, denser quilting, or multiple layers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoint Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e R-Point (Regular Sharp) — a slightly rounded sharp that penetrates woven quilting cottons cleanly without deflecting or shredding fibers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSystem:\u003c\/strong\u003e 134MR — the standard needle system used by most commercial and home longarm quilting machines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cotton and blended quilting fabrics, standard polyester and cotton batting, production longarm quilting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdl\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eWhat is the difference between an R-Point and a standard sharp?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eAn R-Point (Regular Sharp) has a very slightly rounded tip compared to a true cutting sharp. This rounded point is ideal for woven quilting cottons — it pushes between fabric threads rather than cutting them, reducing the chance of skipped stitches and thread shredding.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eWhen should I use a size 18 needle vs. a size 16?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eUse a size 18 for thicker or denser fabrics, tightly woven backings, heavier thread (30wt or thicker), or when quilting through multiple dense batting layers. A size 16 is suitable for standard quilting cottons with 40wt thread.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eHow often should I change my longarm needle?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eMost longarm quilters change needles every 8–10 hours of quilting time, or at the start of each new project. A dull needle causes skipped stitches, thread breakage, and fabric damage.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eIs the 134MR needle system compatible with my specific longarm machine?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e134MR needles fit the vast majority of longarm and mid-arm quilting machines including APQS, Gammill, Handi Quilter, and Bernina Q-series machines. Always verify your machine’s needle system before ordering.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eCan I use longarm needles in a domestic sewing machine?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eNo — 134MR longarm needles are designed for industrial and longarm machines. Domestic sewing machines use a different needle system (15x1 or 130\/705H).\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"18-mr-4-0-r-point-regular-sharp-134mr","title":"#18 MR 4.0 R-Point (Regular Sharp) 134MR","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMR 4.0 R-Point (Regular Sharp) 134MR\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMR 4.0 R-Point (Regular Sharp) 134MR:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGroz-Beckert 134 MR R (regular sharp point) size #18. 1 package consists of 10 needles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Groz-Beckert MR needle style is specifically made for multi-directional use, which is exactly what longarm machines need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMulti-directional design means more accurate stitching while moving the machine in any direction. 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