How to Setup Connection Threads in Digitizing Files

When digitizing embroidery files, you may encounter connecting threads. Connecting threads are loose stitches of embroidery thread that are created by the computer as it stitches together letters of the same color to form words.

When the embroidery machine finishes stitching a letter (or part of the design) and needs to move to the next letter (or part of the design) of the same color, it uses a jumper. The small wires that make up these jumpers are called connectors.

You can cut the connection threads if you indicate this choice when placing the embroidery digitization order using the ignition diagram.

You have three different options when choosing how the digital embroidery file will handle the following connection threads: (1) Standard, (2) all cut, or (3) no cut. See below for a visual example of each option. If you don't know which one to choose, apply for the criteria. We can make adjustments later if necessary.

(1) Standard: (Cutting threads longer than 2mm) We will program the cutting for jumps longer than 2mm. This ensures that the machine automatically trims any 2mm+ connection threads and keeps short jumps uncut, which helps to strike a balance between clean embroidery and machine speed.

(2) Cut all connection threads: When you make this selection, the ignition diagram will program your file so that your machine will cut each connection thread between objects, regardless of length. This option does not require manual trimming and provides an exceptionally clean design. However, because the embroidery machine requires constant cutting, it will certainly slow down the production time.

Note that with each additional trim, the likelihood of the thread not being attached to the spool and the tie unraveling increases. In addition, collocations and bindings may become more obvious on ultra-small fonts.

(3) Do not cut threads: Select this option and we will not program any cuts at all. Digitized documents programmed in this way will work fastest on the embroidery machine, but they are likely to require more post-production cleaning.

If you are new to embroidery or are still not sure which option is best, feel free to choose the standard option when placing your digital order. This is the most commonly used option, and we can easily adjust the connection thread if you need it later.