A Compact Eyelet for Footwear, Bags and Garments
This small sheet steel eyelet provides a clean metal finish around lace, cord, ventilation and decorative holes in footwear, bags, garments, leather accessories, tags, sample cards and craft products.
The 4.5 mm / 0.177 in opening is suitable for thin cords and laces. The 8.3 mm / 0.327 in outer flange covers the edge of the prepared opening, while the 5.3 mm / 0.209 in barrel is formed over the selected washer during installation.
When Is It a Suitable Choice?
- For thin shoe laces, cords and strings
- For small openings in bags and leather accessories
- For garments, tags and sample cards
- When plastic or metal washer options are required
- When several metal finishes are needed
- For orders starting from 250 pieces
Dimensions and Options
| Inner Diameter |
4.5 mm / 0.177 in |
| Outer Diameter |
8.3 mm / 0.327 in |
| Barrel Height |
5.3 mm / 0.209 in |
| Material |
Sheet steel |
| Washer Options |
Plastic washer or metal washer |
| Finish Options |
Nickel, black nickel, gold, antique brass and black oxide |
| Base Package |
250 pieces |
Washer and Finish Selection
Select a plastic washer when a lighter and softer rear support is preferred for a compatible textile or tag application.
Select a metal washer when a traditional all-metal appearance is required for footwear, bags and leather goods.
Available finishes include nickel, black nickel, gold, antique brass and black oxide.
Plastic and metal washers are separate options and must not be presented as supplied together.
Common Applications
- Shoe and boot lace holes
- Footwear ventilation openings
- Bags and small leather accessories
- Garments and textile products
- Tags and sample cards
- Thin cord and string openings
- Craft and repair projects
Choosing a Setting Die
Use a compatible eyelet setting die intended for approximately 4.5–5 mm / 0.177–0.197 in inner diameter eyelets.
Always test the setting die with the actual eyelet, washer and application material before production.
Make a Sample Before Production
Material thickness, opening size, washer type, setting-die profile and press adjustment affect the installation. Test the complete combination on the actual material.
Package and Option Information
The base package contains 250 eyelet capsules. Higher quantities may be selected from the product options. Washer type and finish are selected when ordering.
The setting die, punching die and press are not included.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the opening size?
The inner diameter is 4.5 mm / 0.177 in.
What is the outer diameter?
The outer diameter is 8.3 mm / 0.327 in.
Which washer types are available?
A plastic washer or metal washer may be selected as separate options.
Can it be used for shoe laces?
Yes. It can be used for suitable thin laces when the material, opening and setting die are compatible.
Which setting die should be used?
Use a setting die intended for approximately 4.5–5 mm / 0.177–0.197 in inner diameter eyelets.
How many eyelets are in the base package?
The base package contains 250 eyelet capsules. Higher quantities are available through the product options.
Is installation equipment included?
No. The setting die, punching die and press are purchased separately.
Content last updated: July 24, 2026 — E-Buttons