Eyelet and Grommet Varieties

You can find eyelet and grommet varieties for belts, bags, garments, home textiles, shoes, canvas, curtains, tents, awnings, labels, leather goods and many other designs at E-Düğme for wholesale and retail orders. Eyelets are used to reinforce the edge of a hole, create a lace or cord passage, provide canvas and awning connection points, add a decorative look and make the product surface cleaner and more durable.

Eyelet size numbers may not always directly represent the exact inner diameter. In the market, eyelet sizes may be named differently from one supplier to another, and there may not be a single international numbering standard for every product group. For this reason, when purchasing eyelets, it is better to check the inner diameter, outer diameter, height, material, washer use, application surface and compatible setting die instead of relying only on the size number.

What Is an Eyelet?

An eyelet is a textile accessory that surrounds the edge of a hole on fabric, leather, faux leather, cardboard, canvas, awning, tent fabric, shoes, bags, belts and technical textile surfaces. It helps make the hole stronger, cleaner and more usable. Eyelets are used for both decorative and functional purposes. They help create a stronger and more regular passage point for laces, cords, strings, hooks, screws or other connection elements.

In the industry, eyelets may also be referred to as grommets, eyelet capsules, metal rings or fastening rings depending on the product type and usage area. However, these terms may have technical differences. Especially in canvas, awning, tent, bag, leather, shoe and textile applications, choosing the correct eyelet size, hole diameter and grommet setting die directly affects the application quality.

Eyelet Size Numbers

Eyelet size numbers are used to describe the product size, but each number may not always mean the same inner diameter or outer diameter. Measurements may vary depending on material, production type, form and application area. For this reason, when buying eyelets, the size number should be checked together with the inner diameter, outer diameter and height.

• No. 17 Eyelet: Can be used for small textile, hobby, label and accessory applications.
• No. 2 Eyelet: One of the small eyelet sizes; suitable for bags, textiles, shoes and decorative products.
• No. 3 Eyelet: A small size group commonly used for garments, bags, shoes and light textile applications.
• No. 4 Eyelet: Can be used for textile, leather, bags, belts and various accessory applications.
• No. 5 Eyelet: Suitable for textile, shoe, bag and hobby applications where a wider hole is needed.
• No. 24 Eyelet: One of the commonly used sizes for canvas, awnings, tents, curtains, banners, vinyl printing, bags and technical textiles.
• No. 26 Eyelet: Can be preferred for medium-large canvas, awning, curtain, banner and technical textile applications.
• No. 28 Eyelet: Suitable for canvas, awnings, tents, outdoor textiles and connection points.
• No. 31 Eyelet: Can be used for curtains, canvas, tents and technical products requiring a larger connection hole.
• No. 34 Eyelet: Suitable for canvas, awnings, banners and technical applications requiring larger eyelets.
• No. 40 Eyelet: A large-diameter eyelet group that can be used for truck tarpaulins, large banners, tents and heavy-duty applications.
• No. 66 Eyelet: Can be preferred for large-diameter and strong connection needs such as canvas, tents, banners, truck tarpaulins and outdoor applications.
• Oval Eyelet: Used to create a wider passage area in bags, belts, shoes, outerwear and decorative textile products.

Note: Eyelet dimensions may vary depending on the material, form and production structure. The table below is prepared to make product selection easier. Before purchasing, the current measurement, material and compatible die information on the product page should also be checked.

Eyelet Size Chart

Eyelet Types and Application Areas

Eyelets can be classified by material, size, color, plating, shape and application purpose. To choose the correct product, the application surface, industry, durability expectation and decorative appearance should be evaluated together.

Eyelet Types by Material

Depending on the material, you can choose from brass eyelets, stainless steel eyelets, steel sheet eyelets, plastic eyelets, zamak eyelets, aluminum eyelets and galvanized eyelets. Material selection affects durability, appearance, plating options and application area.

• Brass eyelets: Durable and suitable for quality applications with different plating options. Used in textiles, bags, shoes, leather goods, canvas, curtains and accessory production.
• Stainless steel eyelets: Suitable for moisture, washing, outdoor, marine, outdoor textile and long-lasting applications.
• Aluminum eyelets: Lightweight metal option for canvas, banners, vinyl printing, tents and awnings.
• Steel sheet eyelets: Economical option for labels, packaging, light textiles, cardboard and low-cost applications.
• Zamak eyelets: Decorative appearance with special forms and plating options for bags, shoes, belts and outerwear.
• Plastic eyelets: Lightweight, colorful and non-metal alternative for selected textile, hobby and decorative applications.
• Galvanized eyelets: Suitable for large-diameter canvas, truck tarpaulins, banners, tents and outdoor applications.

Eyelet Types by Size

Eyelets can be grouped as small, medium and large sizes. Small eyelets are generally used for textiles, labels, hobby projects, shoes and bags. Medium eyelets are commonly used for canvas, curtains, bags and technical textiles. Large eyelets are preferred for tents, awnings, truck tarpaulins, banners and outdoor applications.

• Small eyelets: No. 17, No. 2, No. 3, No. 4 and No. 5 eyelet sizes.
• Medium eyelets: No. 24, No. 26, No. 28 and No. 31 sizes commonly used in canvas, curtains and technical textiles.
• Large eyelets: No. 34, No. 40 and No. 66 large-diameter eyelets.

Eyelet Types by Shape

According to the application purpose, you can review domed eyelets, flat eyelets, oval eyelets, narrow rim eyelets, vent eyelets, coin-style eyelets, double-sided eyelets, long barrel eyelets, short barrel eyelets and contoured eyelets.

• Flat eyelets: Can be used where a simpler surface appearance is preferred.
• Domed eyelets: Provide a more visible and classic eyelet appearance on the surface.
• Oval eyelets: Create a wider passage area in bags, belts, shoes, outerwear and decorative textile products.
• Narrow rim eyelets: Suitable for narrower surfaces or applications requiring a slimmer edge appearance.
• Vent eyelets: Used where ventilation, drainage or decorative hole appearance is needed.
• Coin-style eyelets: Preferred for decorative applications requiring a wider surface appearance.
• Double-sided eyelets: Can provide a cleaner appearance where both sides of the application are visible.
• Long barrel eyelets: Can be used on thicker fabric, leather, cardboard or multi-layer surfaces.
• Short barrel eyelets: Suitable for thinner surfaces requiring a lower-height eyelet.
• Contoured eyelets: Used for decorative and technical applications where a more defined rim form is preferred.

Eyelet Colors and Plating Options

Eyelet colors are important details that complete the product design. Metallic plated eyelets, painted eyelets and custom color applications help create different looks for textiles, leather goods, bags, shoes, accessories, canvas and decorative products.

Metallic Plated Eyelet Colors

• Gold-look yellow plated eyelets
• Nickel / silver-look eyelets
• Gunmetal / black nickel plated eyelets
• Black oxide plated eyelets
• European black oxide plated eyelets
• Copper plated eyelets
• Tin plated eyelets
• Tin oxide plated eyelets
• Antique brass / aged-look eyelets
• Copper oxide plated eyelets
• Copper tin plated eyelets
• Silver oxide plated eyelets

Painted Eyelet Types

Painted eyelets can be preferred when a specific color match is needed in the design. Custom color work can be prepared according to Pantone TCX color codes. Matte, glossy, soft, rubbed, opened, sprayed, flow-painted and electrostatic paint finishes can adapt the eyelet appearance to the product design.

• Matte painted eyelets
• Glossy painted eyelets
• Soft painted eyelets
• Rubbed painted eyelets
• Opened painted eyelets
• Spray painted eyelets
• Flow-painted eyelets
• Electrostatic painted eyelets
• Pad printed eyelets
• Laser marked eyelets
• Digitally printed eyelets

Eyelet Application Areas

Eyelets are widely used in leather, textile, canvas, bag, shoe, belt, home textile, technical textile, hobby and decorative products. Depending on the application area, the material, size, form and setting die of the eyelet may change.

• Leather and textile products: Bags, belts, shoes, jackets, dresses, tracksuits, sweatshirts, skirts, trousers and similar products.
• Canvas, awnings and tents: Connection points, cord passages, hanging points and outdoor applications.
• Home textiles and curtains: Curtains, cushions, decorative textiles and home accessories for both functional and decorative purposes.
• Bags and leather goods: Cord passage, handle connection, decorative detail and reinforced hole areas.
• Shoes and lace areas: Used to make lace holes stronger and cleaner-looking.
• Hobby and craft work: Notebooks, cardboard, labels, packaging, embroidery, sewing and decorative designs.
• Technical and industrial applications: Banners, vinyl printing, protective covers, advertising canvas, automotive textiles and different connection areas.

What to Check When Choosing Eyelets

Choosing eyelets only by color or model is not enough. The application area, surface thickness, hole diameter, inner diameter, outer diameter, height, material, washer use, color/plating and compatible setting die should be evaluated together.

• Application area: An eyelet for a bag may not be the same as an eyelet for canvas, shoes or labels.
• Size: Inner diameter, outer diameter and height should be suitable for the application surface.
• Material: Brass, stainless steel, steel sheet, plastic, zamak, aluminum or galvanized options should be evaluated according to the intended use.
• Surface thickness: Thin fabric, thick leather, canvas, cardboard or multi-layer surfaces may require different heights and forms.
• Hole diameter: The hole prepared before setting should match the eyelet body.
• Die compatibility: The correct setting die, punching die and press equipment should be selected for eyelet installation.

Setting Dies and Hole Preparation for Eyelets

Correct hole preparation and the correct setting die are very important in eyelet installation. If the hole is not prepared according to the eyelet body, the product may not sit properly on the surface. If the hole is too narrow, surface tension may occur during setting. If it is too wide, the eyelet may not grip the surface properly.

For eyelet applications, grommet punching dies, hole cutter tools, grommet setting dies and setting tools and machines should be evaluated together. The correct eyelet, correct hole diameter and suitable setting die help achieve a cleaner and more durable result.

What Is the Difference Between Grommets, Rings and Eyelets?

The terms eyelet, grommet and ring may sometimes be used interchangeably, but there may be differences in product structure, application purpose and installation method. Especially in canvas, awning, tent, banner, vinyl printing, leather and textile applications, knowing these differences helps select the correct product.

In practice, many users may use the terms grommet, ring and eyelet for similar products. When purchasing, the safest approach is to check the size, material, washer structure, hole diameter, surface thickness and compatible setting die rather than relying only on the product name.

No. 3 and No. 5 Eyelet Usage

No. 3 and No. 5 eyelets are small to medium eyelet groups that can be used for belts, bags, garments, home textiles, shoes, hobby projects and decorative designs. These sizes can be preferred for lace, cord, string, small accessory connection and decorative hole applications.

Eyelet models produced from steel sheet, brass, zamak or different materials can match product designs with nickel, gold, oxide, antique brass, black nickel and other plating options. Retail packs can be practical for hobby and repair work, while wholesale eyelet purchases can be more suitable for workshops and production use.

Wholesale and Retail Eyelet Sales

At E-Düğme, you can review eyelet varieties for both wholesale and retail needs. Different size, material, color and plating options are available for belts, bags, garments, home textiles, shoes, canvas, awnings, tents, labels and hobby applications. When choosing the eyelet model you need, evaluating the application area, eyelet size, surface thickness and compatible setting die together helps you achieve better results.

For wholesale eyelet purchases, color consistency, size compatibility, material selection, pack content and repeat production are important. For retail eyelet purchases, choosing the correct size for the application area, preparing the right hole and using a suitable setting tool can be enough for clean installation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are eyelets used for?

Eyelets are used to reinforce the edge of a hole, create a connection point and add a decorative look on fabric, leather, canvas, bags, shoes, belts, labels and technical textile surfaces.

What do eyelet size numbers mean?

Eyelet size numbers are used to describe product size, but each number may not always mean the same inner diameter or outer diameter. Measurements may vary depending on material, production type and form.

How do I choose the correct eyelet size?

Eyelet size should be selected by checking the inner diameter, outer diameter, height, surface thickness, cord or connection element and compatible setting die together.

What is the difference between brass eyelets and steel sheet eyelets?

Brass eyelets are generally preferred for more durable and higher-quality applications, while steel sheet eyelets can be used for more economical and light-duty applications. Application area, surface thickness and durability expectation are important in selection.

Where are stainless steel eyelets used?

Stainless steel eyelets can be preferred for moisture, outdoor use, washing, marine applications, outdoor textiles, tents, canvas and long-lasting applications.

Is hole preparation required before setting eyelets?

In many eyelet applications, a suitable hole should be prepared before installation. The hole diameter should match the eyelet body size and the application surface.

Can every eyelet be applied with the same die?

Eyelets may have different sizes, inner diameters, heights, forms and materials. For this reason, a suitable setting die should be selected for each product.

Which eyelets are suitable for canvas and awnings?

Domed, brass, aluminum, galvanized or stainless steel eyelets are commonly preferred for canvas, awning, tent and banner applications. Outdoor conditions, inner diameter, surface thickness and setting die compatibility should be considered.

E-Düğme Eyelet and Grommet Varieties

In the E-Düğme eyelet and grommet category, you can review brass eyelets, stainless steel eyelets, plastic eyelets, steel sheet eyelets, zamak eyelets, oval eyelets, domed, flat, contoured, double-sided, narrow rim, coin-style, short barrel, long barrel, vent, aluminum and galvanized eyelet models. By matching the correct eyelet with proper hole preparation, suitable setting die and the correct press equipment, you can achieve cleaner, stronger and more professional application results.