Groz-Beckert Needle Replacement & 
Cross Reference
 
Direct equivalent felting needles for Groz-Beckert®, drop-in compatiblewith Andritz, 
Dilo, Fehrer and Trützschler needlepunch lines. Samedimensional tolerances, same 
barb geometry — manufactured in our ISO 9001:2015 facility in Xiamen, China, with 
25-45% cost savings.
100% dimensional match    2-year warranty    MOQ 10,000 pcs   Free sample available
14+
GB CROSS REFS
30+
COUNTRIES SERVED
25-45%
COST SAVINGS
2-year
WARRANTY
01 Why use DOER as your Groz-Beckert alternative
 
If you operate a needlepunch production line — for automotive carpet, PU leather base fabric, geotextiles, filter felt, or other nonwoven applications — you've likely standardized on Groz-Beckert® felting needles. They're the industry benchmark for quality, and for decades they've been the default choice for Andritz, Dilo, and Fehrer loom installations.

But Groz-Beckert's pricing has climbed steadily, and many procurement teams are now actively evaluating qualified direct replacements — needles manufactured to identical specifications, validated on the same production lines, at 25-45% lower cost.

That's where DOER comes in. We've been manufacturing felting needles in Xiamen, China since 2007. Every needle we ship carries the same gauge, total length, working length, barb type, barb spacing, and surface finish as the Groz-Beckert equivalent. Your operators won't need to change a single setting on the loom — it's a true drop-in replacement.
 
 
02  Compatible needlepunch machine brands
 
Our replacement needles are validated on the following nonwoven production lines.
 

 YINGYANG: China

03  Cross-reference table by needle type
 
Click any model number to view the full product page with specs, lead time, and quotation request. Don't see your model? Send us your Groz-Beckert part number — we'll match it within 24 hours.
 

Triangular Needles · Standard & Felting
GROZ-BECKERT P/N DOER EQUIVALENT GAUGE BARB TYPICAL APPLICATION
15X18X32X3 R333 G1002 15X18X32X3 R333 D1345 32G R333 Triangle loom needle, Andritz needlepunch lines View →
15X18X36X3 R222 G3097 15X18X36X3 R222 D3171 36G R222 Triangular felting needle, automotive carpet View →
15X18X38X3 R222 G2037 15X18X38X3 R222 D2163 38G R222 Triangular felting needle, car interior liner View →
15X18X40X3 R222 G3017 15X18X40X3 R222 D3162 40G R222 Triangular felting needle, automotive textile lining View →
15X18X42X3 R111 G30A7 15X18X42X3 R111 D3142 42G R111 Finish-needling for automotive textile lining View →
Need a Triangular needle not listed? Most custom specs ship in 3-4 weeks.                                                                                                                                                                   Request custom spec →
 Conical Needles · For PU & Microfiber Leather
GROZ-BECKERT P/N DOER EQUIVALENT GAUGE BARB TYPICAL APPLICATION
15X16X32X3 M332 G53017 15X16X32X3 M332 D53381 32G M332 PU leather base fabric View →
15X16X36X3 M332 G53017 15X16X36X3 M332 D53312 36G M332 Microfiber leather base fabric View →
15X16X32X3 1/2 M332 G53017 15X16X32X3 1/2 M332 D53384 32G M332 Micro fiber leather base fabric View →
15X16X36X3 1/2 M332 G53037 15X16X36X3 1/2 M332 D53382 36G M332 Superfine leather base fabric View →
15X16X40X3 1/2 R222 G53017 15X16X40X3 1/2 R222 D53353 40G R222 Superfine leather base fabric View →
Structuring Fork Needles · For Pattern Carpet & Rib Felt
GROZ-BECKERT P/N DOER EQUIVALENT GAUGE CRANK  POSITION TYPICAL APPLICATION
15X16X25X63.5 VG2056 15X16X25X63.5 VD2056 25G 0 degree Structuring fork needle, rib felt View →
15X16X30X63.5 VG2034 15X16X30X63.5 VD2034 30G 0 degree Structuring fork needle, rib carpet View →
15X17X25X38X63.5 DG1000 15X17X25X38X63.5 DD1000 38G 90 degree Structuring fork needle, pattern carpet View →
15X17X32X40X63.5 DG9077 15X17X32X40X63.5 DD9077 40G 90 degree Structuring fork needle, velour carpet View →
15X17X36X42X63.5 DG9055 15X17X36X42X63.5 DD9055 42G 90 degree Structuring fork needle, velour carpet View →
Tri Star Needles · For High-Performance Fibers
GROZ-BECKERT P/N DOER EQUIVALENT GAUGE BARB TYPICAL APPLICATION
15*16*36*3 C222 G73012 15*16*36*3 C222 D73182 36G C222 Kevlar fiber felt production View →
15*18*38*3 C222 G73017 15*18*38*3 C222 D73162 38G C222 Nomex fiber fabric production View →
04  What you get with DOER
 
100% Specification Match   
Identical gauge, length, barb angle, and barb spacing to Groz-Beckert originals. No machine re-calibration required — pure drop-in replacement.
 
Fast Lead Time
1-2 weeks for stock specifications, 3-4 weeks for custom barb patterns. We maintain 50+ tons of finished inventory for fast shipment.
 
25-45% Cost Reduction   
Save on procurement while maintaining identical production quality. Typical ROI payback within 1-2 production cycles.
 
Free Sample Program  
Test before you commit. We ship 10-50 sample pieces for compatibility testing on your needl- epunch line — freight collect, 3-5 day delivery.
 
2-Year Warranty
Every needle ships with full batch traceability and a 2-year warranty against manufacturing defects. We stand behind every shipment.
 
OEM / Private Label
Need to sell under your own brand? We support OEM with custom packaging, part numbering, and barcoding. MOQ 100,000 pieces.
 
05  Industries we serve
 
Our Groz-Beckert replacement needles are used in production lines across 30+ countries.
Automotive Carpet & Interior
Toyota, Hyundai, Tesla-tier OEM suppliers
 
PU & Microfiber Leather
Toyota, Hyundai, Tesla-tier OEM suppliers
 
Geotextiles & Geosynthetics
Toyota, Hyundai, Tesla-tier OEM suppliers
 
Filter Felt & Filtration Media
Industrial dust collection, liquid filtration
 
Carpet & Flooring
Pattern carpet, rib felt, residential & commercial
 
Ceramic Fiber & Insulation
High-temperature ceramic blanket production
 
06  Frequently asked questions
 
Q:What is the equivalent of Groz-Beckert 15X18X40X3 R222 G3017?
A:The DOER equivalent for Groz-Beckert 15X18X40X3 R222 G3017 is our Triangular Needle 15X18X40X3 R222 D3162. Same gauge, total length, working length, barb type, and barb spacing — fully interchangeable on Andritz, Dilo, and Fehrer needlepunch lines without any tooling change.
Q:Are DOER needles 100% compatible with Groz-Beckert specifications?
A:Yes. Our replacement needles are manufactured to identical dimensional tolerances as Groz-Beckert (gauge ±0.01mm, length ±0.01mm, barb angle ±0.5°). Tested in production at automotive carpet, PU leather, and geotextile facilities across 30+ countries.
Q:What is the MOQ for Groz-Beckert replacement needles?
A:Standard MOQ is 10,000 pieces per specification. For trial orders or sample evaluation, we can ship 100-500 pieces for compatibility testing on your needlepunch line before full production.
Q:Can I get a free sample before placing a bulk order?
A:Yes. We provide free samples (freight collect) for serious buyers. Typically 10-50 pieces per specification, shipped via DHL/FedEx within 3-5 days from Xiamen, China.
Q:How long is the lead time?
A:Standard lead time is 1-2 weeks for stock specifications. Custom barb patterns or non-standard sizes require 3-4 weeks. We maintain 50+ tons of finished needle inventory for fast shipment.
Q:What needlepunch machines are DOER needles compatible with?
A:DOER needles are validated for Andritz (Asselin, NSC), Dilo, Fehrer, Trützschler, and all major needlepunch loom brands. They can be used as direct drop-in replacements without any machine adjustment.
Q:Do you offer OEM / private label service?
A:Yes. We can manufacture under your brand name with custom packaging, including your logo, part numbers, and barcodes. Minimum order for OEM: 100,000 pieces. Lead time: 3-4 weeks including packaging production.
Q:What is the warranty on DOER felting needles?
A:All needles carry a 2-year warranty against manufacturing defects. Normal wear and tear from production use is not covered. Warranty claims require photo/video documentation of the issue.
Q:How much cost savings can I expect vs Groz-Beckert?
A:Typical cost savings range from 25% to 45% compared to Groz-Beckert list price, depending on specification complexity and order volume. For large annual contracts (1M+ pieces), pricing is negotiable.
Q:Are you ISO certified?
A:Yes. Our factory operates under ISO 9001:2015 quality management system, with documented batch traceability, dimensional inspection reports, and material certificates available on request.
07 Request a quotation
 
Send us your Groz-Beckert part numbers —
we'll quote within 24 hours.
 
If you don't see your spec in the table above, just send us 
the Groz-Beckert P/N (or a sample needle) and we'll provide
 a matched equivalent with pricing and lead time.
 
  WhatsApp / Phone:+86-138-5990-8475
 
  Email:tony.ma@doer-needle.com
 
   Factory:No. 12 Gaodian Road, Xiamen, China 361011
 
 
 
 
 
Verify Code
220x44.p_画板 1
Xiamen Dozhen Machinery Co., Ltd is located at Xiamen city, China. We focus on  manufacturing all  felting 
needles for nonwoven industry. 
Contact Us
 No. 12 Gaodian Road, Xiamen
 City, Fujian Province, China (361011)
 +86-138-5990-8475
+86-592-6016338
+86-592-6016338

Hot Products

Quick Links