Many people think that if you use a washer with your application you are using a
grommet. This is not the case. The main difference between an eyelet and a
grommet is that the grommet has a large flange diameter in relation to the hole
size than an eyelet. The larger flange is used for additional holding strength
in high stress applications such as tents, banners and flags. For most
applications an eyelet with a washer will provide more than adequate holding
power if set properly. Grommets tend to look more "industrial" and do
not have the "finished look" of an eyelet. Eyelets are the main choice
in garments, belts, hats, shoes and other applications where aesthetics are
important. Eyelets are also the main choice when binding papers, booklets,
calendars and for hole re-enforcements in tags and labels. The small flange of
the eyelet does not detract from the overall appearance of these items since it
is not as pronounced as the flange on a grommet. Below is a picture to
illustrate the point. On the left is an eyelet with the same inside hole
diameter as the grommet on the right. Notice how much larger the flange on the
grommet on the right is versus the eyelet on the left.
by Earl De Barth, Technical Writer
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