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In the previous article, we introduced you what quilting is. In this article, we will introduce the two most representative quilting methods, one is chain stitch and the other is lock stitch .
In order to let you know the differences between the two more clearly, we simply made a table.
Substance | Chain stitch | Lock stitch |
Definition | Stitches are formed by two or more sets of threads those are needle thread and looper thread. | Stitches are formed by at two sets of threads those are needle thread and bobbin thread. |
Thread Bound | threads are bound together by interlacing and interloping. | threads are bound together by interlacing. |
Stitch Appearance | looks like lock stitch at top side and double chain at under. | similar in both sides of the fabric. |
Stitch Strength | higher than lock stitch. | lower than chain stitch. |
Seam Puckering | possibility of seam pucker formation is more than lock stitch. | possibility of seam pucker formation is less than chain stitch. |
Extensibility | Extensibility of chain stitch is normally 30%. | Extensibility of lock stitch is less than 30% |
Back Taking | No need of back tacking at finishing end but secured by one cm thread at finishing end. | Stitches are secured by back tacking at starting and finishing end. |
Stitch Speed | Generally chain stitch m/c speed 8000 rpm or more | Generally lock stitch m/c speed 6000 rpm. |
Thread Consumption | more | less |
Of course, each machine has its own characteristics, and we can't just look at its shortcomings, nor ignore its advantages. When you choose to buy a machine, fully consider the purpose of the purchase and the function that the machine can play in order to make the most sensible choice.