{"product_id":"towa-digital-bobbin-case-and-top-thread-tension-gauge-body-only","title":"Towa® Digital Tension Gauge with L-Style Bobbin Insert | Quilting \u0026 Sewing Thread Tension Gauge","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eTowa® Digital Tension Gauge with L-Style Bobbin Insert\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake the guesswork out of thread tension with the Towa® Digital Tension Gauge with L-Style Bobbin Insert. Whether you're piecing quilt blocks, free-motion quilting, sewing bindings, or creating decorative quilting designs, proper thread tension is essential for smooth, balanced stitches. This precision digital gauge helps you accurately measure both upper thread tension and bobbin tension, allowing you to fine-tune your machine for professional-quality results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing a bright, easy-to-read digital display, the Towa Digital Tension Gauge measures tension in gram force (gf), making it simple to achieve consistent stitch quality while reducing thread breaks, looping, puckering, and uneven tension. The included L-Style bobbin insert is designed for standard bobbin cases, so you can begin checking bobbin tension immediately. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a beginner learning proper machine setup or an experienced quilter looking for repeatable results, the Towa Digital Tension Gauge is an invaluable tool for routine machine maintenance and precision quilting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasures both\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eupper thread and bobbin thread tension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes L-Style bobbin insert for standard bobbin cases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge digital display provides accurate gram force (gf) readings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps eliminate thread breaks, looping, skipped stitches, and uneven tension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for quilting, piecing, free-motion quilting, appliqué, and decorative stitching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMakes machine setup faster and more consistent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for home sewing and quilting machines using L-style bobbin cases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Towa®\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Digital Thread Tension Gauge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncluded Adapter: L-Style Bobbin Insert\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 5\" × 2.5\" × 1.25\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended Starting Tension Settings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese settings are intended as starting points and may require adjustment depending on your machine, thread, fabric, and batting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBobbin Tension\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e22–25 gf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUpper Thread Tension\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40 wt Cotton – 150 gf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40 wt Polyester – 170 gf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40 wt Trilobal Polyester – 170 gf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetallic Thread – 170 gf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e50 wt Cotton – 140–150 gf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Every sewing and quilting machine is different. Always test your tension on a practice quilt sandwich before beginning your project and adjust as needed for balanced stitches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet the gauge to gf (gram force) using the toggle button. Measure your bobbin tension with the included L-Style insert, then test your upper thread tension. Make small adjustments to your machine until your stitches are balanced, smooth, and consistent.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Towa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49353613050115,"sku":"200-60-L","price":109.94,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0693\/8007\/9875\/files\/200-60-L-Towa_Digital_Bobbin_Case_and_Top_Thread_Tension_Gauge_with_L_Style_Bobbin_Insert.jpg?v=1785511975","url":"https:\/\/quiltingthread.com\/products\/towa-digital-bobbin-case-and-top-thread-tension-gauge-body-only","provider":"Madeira Quilting Thread","version":"1.0","type":"link"}