The UV resistant threads are lighter (smaller diameter) and you do need to use a smaller needle (#16). I have used it on my slightly modified heavy duty Brother portable. I suspect that you have already done a "Google" search on: "Needle Tenara thread". There are a number of good articles and clues, in both written and video.
I usually use a light thread, on my canvas on my own machine. If using an industerial Consew, then a heavier thread. The canvas maker I use uses the Tenara on his Consew (1.5 hp, clutch engaged machine).
Here is a quote from Bob Phillips on T & T list who works on Canvas in the Caribbean:
"There are several tricks to using it, primary is lubricating both the
top thread and the bobbin. We run the top thread through an oiler
with silicone and spray the bobbins before use. Secondary is thread
tension. Our Phaff walking foot machines require a lot of tension on
the top thread, to the point that it is very difficult to pull the
thread. Our long arm Adler and Consew, used for large awnings,
require slightly different settings, but still lots of tension. Once
set up, sewing isn't any more difficult than with polyester thread
and a lot more satisfying cause you know you'll only have to do it once.
I usually use a light thread, on my canvas on my own machine. If using an industerial Consew, then a heavier thread. The canvas maker I use uses the Tenara on his Consew (1.5 hp, clutch engaged machine).
Here is a quote from Bob Phillips on T & T list who works on Canvas in the Caribbean:
"There are several tricks to using it, primary is lubricating both the
top thread and the bobbin. We run the top thread through an oiler
with silicone and spray the bobbins before use. Secondary is thread
tension. Our Phaff walking foot machines require a lot of tension on
the top thread, to the point that it is very difficult to pull the
thread. Our long arm Adler and Consew, used for large awnings,
require slightly different settings, but still lots of tension. Once
set up, sewing isn't any more difficult than with polyester thread
and a lot more satisfying cause you know you'll only have to do it once.