Sheet Steel Eyelet for Lace, Cord and Drawstring Openings
This compact sheet steel eyelet creates a neat metal finish around lace, cord and drawstring openings in footwear, bags, garments, leather goods, synthetic leather, tags, folders and compatible craft products.
The product belongs to the approximately 6 mm / 0.236 in opening group. Its production inner diameter is 5.85 mm / 0.230 in, outer diameter is 11.6 mm / 0.457 in and barrel height is 5.3 mm / 0.209 in.
When Is It a Suitable Choice?
- For approximately 6 mm / 0.236 in lace and cord passages
- For shoe and boot lace openings
- For garment and hoodie drawstrings
- For bags and leather accessories
- For tags, folders and sample cards
- When washer and finish options are required
Dimensions and Options
| Production Inner Diameter |
5.85 mm / 0.230 in |
| Nominal Opening |
Approximately 6 mm / 0.236 in |
| Outer Diameter |
11.6 mm / 0.457 in |
| Overall Height |
6.4 mm / 0.252 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 |
Plastic Washer or Metal Washer?
A plastic washer may be selected for compatible garments, textiles, tags or folders where a lighter rear support is preferred.
A metal washer may be selected for footwear, bags and leather products requiring a more conventional metal rear support.
Plastic and metal washers are separate product options. They must not be presented as included together.
Common Applications
- Shoe and boot lace openings
- Hoodie and garment drawstrings
- Bags and leather accessories
- Textile and clothing products
- Tags, folders and sample cards
- Craft and repair projects
Compatible Installation Tools
Use a standard setting die intended for eyelets in the approximately 6 mm / 0.236 in inner-opening group. Prepare the hole with a separate compatible punching tool when required.
Make a Sample Before Production
Material thickness, hole size, washer type, die profile and press adjustment affect the result. Test the complete combination on the actual material.
Package Information
The base package contains 250 eyelet capsules. Higher quantities, washer type and finish are selected through the product options.
The setting die, punching tool and press are not included.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the eyelet opening?
The nominal opening is approximately 6 mm / 0.236 in. The production inner diameter is 5.85 mm / 0.230 in.
What is the outer diameter?
The outer diameter is 11.6 mm / 0.457 in.
Are plastic and metal washers supplied together?
No. A plastic washer or metal washer is selected as a separate product option.
Can it be used for shoe laces?
Yes. It may be used for compatible laces when the material thickness, hole and setting die are suitable.
Which setting die should be used?
Use a standard setting die intended for eyelets in the approximately 6 mm / 0.236 in inner-opening group.
Is the eyelet stainless?
No. It is made from sheet steel. Suitability for wet, washable or continuously humid applications must be evaluated separately.
Content last updated: July 25, 2026 — E-Buttons