Long Barrel Eyelets and Grommets

Long Barrel Eyelets and Grommets

Long barrel eyelets and long leg grommets are eyelet capsules designed for thicker fabrics, leather, synthetic leather, cardboard, labels, bags, shoes, belts, garments, craft projects and multi-layer surfaces. Their longer barrel or leg structure provides more depth than standard short eyelets and helps create a cleaner installation on thicker materials.

In the E-Dugme long eyelets category, buyers can compare brass long barrel eyelets and iron long leg eyelets. Available options include No 2 brass long eyelet 4.2 mm, No 3 brass long eyelet 4.3 mm and No 2 iron long leg eyelet with 7.3 mm barrel length. These products can be selected according to material thickness, cord size, washer structure and installation method.

What Are Long Barrel Eyelets?

A long barrel eyelet is an eyelet with a longer tube or leg section compared with a standard eyelet. This structure is useful when the eyelet must pass through leather, cardboard, thick fabric, multilayer textile, bag material or footwear material. Once applied with the correct washer and setting die, the eyelet supports the hole area and creates a controlled passage for cords, laces, strings, tags or fastening components.

Inner diameter determines the passage size. Outer diameter affects visible surface coverage. Barrel length affects compatibility with material thickness. Washer structure and setting die compatibility affect how cleanly the eyelet closes during installation.

Where Are Long Eyelets Used?

Long eyelets are useful when a standard short eyelet does not provide enough depth for the application surface. They can be used across fashion, leather goods, footwear, packaging, labeling and craft applications.

• Leather and synthetic leather goods: Useful for leather bags, pouches, belts, handmade leather accessories and thicker leather-look products.
• Bag manufacturing: Can be used on bag flaps, cord holes, strap areas, drawstring bags and decorative metal detail points.
• Shoes and boots: Suitable for lace holes, decorative ventilation points, leather uppers and canvas footwear details.
• Cardboard, labels and packaging: Can be evaluated for hang tags, cardboard tags, promotional cards, folders, boxes and packaging holes.
• Garments and textiles: Useful for garments, hoodies, outerwear, workwear, thick fabric layers and craft sewing projects.
• Ventilation and decorative holes: Can be used on hats, shoes, tents, textiles and leather goods where small clean holes or ventilation points are required.

Types of Long Eyelets

How to Choose Long Eyelet Size

When selecting long eyelets, barrel length is as important as inner diameter. The inner diameter should match the cord, lace, string or tag attachment that will pass through the eyelet. The barrel length should match the total thickness of the application surface.

Short Eyelets and Long Eyelets

Short eyelets can be used on thinner surfaces and standard fabric applications. Long eyelets are better suited for thicker or multi-layer materials where additional barrel depth is needed. When the same inner diameter is available in both short and long versions, material thickness should guide the selection.

For example, a short eyelet may be suitable for a thin textile panel, while a long barrel eyelet can be more suitable for leather, cardboard, layered bags, thick labels or craft projects. The correct barrel length helps the eyelet close more evenly on the application surface.

Colour and Finish Options

Long eyelets may be available in free nickel, black nickel, gold, antique brass, gun metal and antique silver finishes depending on the product model. Free nickel can support a clean metal look. Gold and antique brass can create a classic appearance on leather goods and bags. Black nickel and gun metal are useful for darker fabrics, leather surfaces and modern product styles.

Washer, Hole Cutting and Setting Die Compatibility

Long eyelet installation depends on the eyelet capsule, prepared hole, washer structure, barrel length and compatible setting die. A prepared hole that is too small may prevent proper seating, while an opening that is too large may create a loose installation. Material thickness and barrel length should be checked together before production.

For compatible installation equipment, visit the setting dies, fastening molds and application tools category. For a broader product comparison, visit the eyelets and grommets category.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are long barrel eyelets?

Long barrel eyelets are eyelets with a longer tube or leg section. They are used on thicker fabrics, leather, cardboard, labels, bags, shoes, garments and multi-layer surfaces.

Where are long eyelets used?

They can be used in bags, shoes, leather goods, cardboard tags, labels, belts, garments, craft projects, textiles and multi-layer applications.

What is the difference between short eyelets and long eyelets?

Long eyelets have a longer barrel or leg section, making them more suitable for thicker materials. Short eyelets are more suitable for thinner fabric surfaces.

Which long eyelet sizes are available?

This category includes No 2 and No 3 long eyelet options, including brass long eyelets and iron long leg eyelets.

Do long eyelets require setting dies?

Yes. Long eyelets should be installed with setting dies that match the eyelet size, barrel length, washer structure and application surface.

E-Dugme Long Eyelets Category

In the E-Dugme long eyelets category, buyers can compare brass and iron long barrel eyelets for thicker fabrics, leather goods, cardboard, labels, bags, shoes, garments and craft projects. With the correct size, barrel length, washer structure, hole preparation and compatible setting die, long eyelets can create clean and professional fastening points on thicker or multi-layer surfaces.