Coats Astra 75 Topstitch Polyester Thread 5000m

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@media(max-width:980px){.dsastra75-hero,.dsastra75-feature,.dsastra75-machine,.dsastra75-spec{grid-template-columns:1fr}.dsastra75-hero{padding:34px}.dsastra75-cards,.dsastra75-colours{grid-template-columns:repeat(2,1fr)}.dsastra75-gallery{grid-template-columns:repeat(2,1fr)}.dsastra75-stats{grid-template-columns:repeat(2,1fr)}}@media(max-width:620px){.dsastra75-section{margin:44px 0}.dsastra75-hero,.dsastra75-feature,.dsastra75-machine,.dsastra75-cta{padding:24px 20px}.dsastra75-cards,.dsastra75-colours,.dsastra75-gallery,.dsastra75-range{grid-template-columns:1fr}.dsastra75-photo,.dsastra75-photo img{min-height:230px}.dsastra75-lead{font-size:17px}.dsastra75-table th,.dsastra75-table td{padding:12px}.dsastra75-badge{position:static;display:block;width:max-content;max-width:100%;margin:12px auto 0;text-align:center}.dsastra75-buttons,.dsastra75-downloads{display:grid}.dsastra75-btn{width:100%}} Medium-weight garment and topstitch threadCoats Astra 75 polyester sewing thread A practical 5000m cone of 100% staple spun polyester thread for defined garment seams, topstitching, workwear, jackets, alterations and general production sewing. Ticket 75 / Tex 40 sits neatly between fine everyday Astra 120 and heavier Astra 30. Ticket 75 / Tex 40: more visible than common Ticket 120 garment thread without the bulk of Ticket 30. 5000m cone: excellent working capacity for alteration shops, studios and production rooms. Dependable sewability: Coats Astra is designed for consistent sewing performance and durable seams. 10 current shades: order using both the colour name and exact Coats shade code. Explore Current ColoursCheck Machine Fit 5000m | Ticket 75 | Tex 40 5000mone cone per selection Ticket 75medium-weight thread Tex 40defined seam appearance Metric 90-110Coats recommendation What arrives: one 5000m cone in the colour selected on the product page. Multiple colours require separate variant selections. A versatile middle weightWhen ordinary garment thread looks too fine Astra 75 adds definition without stepping all the way up to heavy jeans thread. It suits projects where the seam should be seen, while retaining the textile-like finish of staple spun polyester. Defined topstitching Adds a clearer stitch line to jackets, workwear, uniforms, bags, hems and decorative details.Reliable production sewing Consistent construction supports smooth sewing and low fault levels in correctly set machinery.Durable garment seams Practical polyester strength and high colour fastness for suitable woven and knit applications.Workroom-sized cone Five kilometres of thread reduces changeovers for alterations, sample rooms and regular production use. Why choose AstraBest-in-class staple spun polyester Coats describes Astra as a dependable staple spun polyester sewing thread engineered for durable, long-lasting seams, consistent performance and high colour fastness. Textile-like surface Spun polyester fibres give the thread a softer, less glossy look than continuous-filament thread. Useful apparel size Tex 40 suits many medium-weight garment seams and visible topstitch details when the machine and fabric are compatible. OEKO-TEX Product Class I Coats Astra is listed as OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100 Product Class I certified. Select by exact shade codeChoose from 10 current colour variants Use the name and code together when ordering. Digital swatches are a guide only because screens, lighting and thread texture can affect colour appearance. Natural02700 Black09700 White01700 YellowC1268 RedC3870 GreenC5167 BlueC7204 Blue (Navy)C7969 BeigeC8202 BrownC8999 Current product imagesThread built for regular workroom use Natural 02700 in the current 5000m cone presentation. Black 09700 with the Ticket 75 and Tex 40 label visible. Red C3870 digital shade guide. Select by code for reliable ordering. Machine and needle guidanceSet the machine for Ticket 75 / Tex 40 Coats specifies metric needle sizes 90 to 110 for Astra Ticket 75 / Tex 40. Final selection depends on fabric, seam construction, needle system and machine. Well suited to compatible industrial lockstitch machines and medium-weight garment applications. Some domestic machines can sew Tex 40 thread, but always check the manual and test first. A separate cone stand may be required for smooth feeding from a 5000m industrial cone. Choose the needle point for the fabric, such as a suitable sharp or ball point. Balance upper and bobbin tension on an offcut before beginning the project. Not a bonded upholstery or marine thread: Astra 75 is a staple spun polyester garment thread. Choose a purpose-specific bonded thread for leather, high-stress upholstery or exposed outdoor and marine seams. Choose the right thicknessHow Astra 75 compares Astra 120 Ticket 120 / Tex 27. A finer everyday size for general garment construction and compatible overlocking.Astra 75 This listing. Ticket 75 / Tex 40 on a 5000m cone for more defined garment seams and topstitching.Astra 30 Ticket 30 / Tex 80. A visibly heavier 2000m thread for jeans, denim and prominent topstitching. Remember: lower ticket numbers generally indicate heavier thread. Match both the ticket or Tex size and shade code when replacing a cone. Verified specificationsCoats Astra 75 details Brand Coats Product family Astra Thread size Ticket 75 / Tex 40 Fibre and construction 100% staple spun polyester Cone length 5000 metres Average strength 1500 cN Elongation at break 13 to 20% Recommended needle Metric 90 to 110, subject to fabric and machine requirements Current selection 10 colour variants Included One 5000m cone in the selected colour Not included Needle, cone stand, machine and physical shade card Download Coats Technical SheetView Coats Astra Before production sewing Confirm the exact shade code. Check that the machine accepts Tex 40. Fit the correct needle system and size. Balance tension and stitch length. Test the seam on the actual fabric. Common questionsAstra 75 FAQs How much thread is included?One 5000m cone in the colour selected on this product page.Is Astra 75 thicker than standard garment thread?Yes. Ticket 75 / Tex 40 is more substantial than Astra 120 / Tex 27, but it is much finer than Astra 30 / Tex 80 jeans thread.What is Astra 75 best used for?It is useful for defined garment seams, medium-weight topstitching, workwear, jackets, alterations and compatible production sewing.Can I use it in a domestic sewing machine?Possibly. Check your machine manual, use a suitable needle and feed the cone from a stable thread stand if required. Always test first.Which needle should I use?Coats specifies metric 90 to 110 for Ticket 75 / Tex 40. Choose the point and needle system for the fabric and machine.Can it be used for overlocking?Only in an overlocker designed and adjusted for Tex 40 thread. It is heavier than common overlocking thread, so check the machine specification and test the seam.Is this bonded thread?No. Astra is staple spun polyester. Use a purpose-specific bonded thread when the application requires bonded construction.Will the colour exactly match my screen?Not necessarily. Screens and lighting vary. Order by the shade code and compare with a physical sample when exact matching is essential. Make garment seams look deliberate Select the exact shade code, match the machine and needle to Tex 40, and put 5000 metres of dependable Coats Astra to work. Choose Your Astra 75 Colour Show more