An Introduction to Stimpson Grommets
Stimpson offers four Grommet product lines:
- Sheet Metal Grommets, which can be used with Plain Washers, Teeth Washers, or Neck Washers.
- Self-Piercing Grommets and Washers
- Rolled Rim Grommets and Spur Washers
- Oblong Grommets and Washers
To follow is a brief introduction to each product line, with a link to charts setting forth the specifications for each size.
All Stimpson metal Grommets and Washers are made in the U.S.A., meet the latest government and commercial specifications, and are supported by a full line of grommet machines.
Sheet Metal Grommets
Can be used interchangeably with plain, teeth, or neck washers. Available in brass, aluminum or zinc; in their base metal or with popular finishes such as nickel and dull black chemical. Many sizes are also available in stainless steel.
Plain Washers - Basic reinforcement, providing support for the grommet setting.
Teeth Washers - A firmer, tighter grasp, particularly in woven materials.
Neck Washers - Telescoping, barrel to barrel setting, reinforces the hole with two entire parts.
Self-Piercing Grommets and Washers
“No Hole Needed” Stimpson Self-Piercing Grommets are made from heavier gauge brass than traditional sheet metal grommets and, when set with their matching washers, pierce and set in a single action without the need for a pre-punched hole. Available in brass, they can also be furnished with a nickel or dull black chemical finish.
Ideal for use with Stimpson 405A grommet setting machine.
Rolled Rim Grommets with Spur Washers
Stimpson Rolled Rim Grommets and Spur Washers are available in brass and zinc, with some sizes also offered in stainless steel. These parts interlock, their teeth grasping the material, to provide a rugged, unyielding setting. Offered with popular finishes such as nickel and dull black chemical.

Oblong Grommets and Washers
Stimpson Oblong Grommets and Washers are offered in brass, aluminum, zinc and stainless steel.