Kordeln 3 mm

Three millimetres is the most common fine cord size. It runs easily through channels and eyelets, still takes decent strain and suits hoods, bags, drawstring backpacks and fastenings.

  • Fine diameter
  • Strong
  • Versatile
Cord 3 mm
Baumwollkordel doppelt gewebt in Royalblau, Meterware im Ausschnitt
Cotton Cord, Royal Blue
Cotton Cord in Royal Blue, 3 mm thick, made from 100 % cotton. Sold by metre, suiting hoods, drawstring waists plus gym bags, straps over bags, handles across packaging — its thickness decides which eyelets fit.
1,50 EUR
1,50 EUR per meters
incl. 19% tax excl. Shipping costs
meters:
 
Baumwollkordel doppelt gewebt in Beige, Meterware im Ausschnitt
Cotton Cord, Beige
Cotton Cord in Beige, 3 mm thick, made from 100 % cotton. Sold by metre, suiting hoods, drawstring waists plus gym bags, straps over bags, handles across packaging — its thickness decides which eyelets fit.
1,50 EUR
1,50 EUR per meters
incl. 19% tax excl. Shipping costs
meters:
 
Baumwollkordel doppelt gewebt in Weiß, Meterware im Ausschnitt
Cotton Cord, White
Cotton Cord in White, 3 mm thick, made from 100 % cotton. Sold by metre, suiting hoods, drawstring waists plus gym bags, straps over bags, handles across packaging — its thickness decides which eyelets fit.
1,50 EUR
1,50 EUR per meters
incl. 19% tax excl. Shipping costs
meters:
 
Baumwollkordel doppelt gewebt in Gelb, Meterware im Ausschnitt
Cotton Cord, Yellow
Cotton Cord in Yellow, 3 mm thick, made from 100 % cotton. Sold by metre, suiting hoods, drawstring waists plus gym bags, straps over bags, handles across packaging — its thickness decides which eyelets fit.
1,50 EUR
1,50 EUR per meters
incl. 19% tax excl. Shipping costs
meters:
 
Baumwollkordel doppelt gewebt in Mittelgrau, Meterware im Ausschnitt
Cotton Cord, Medium Grey
Cotton Cord in Medium Grey, 3 mm thick, made from 100 % cotton. Sold by metre, suiting hoods, drawstring waists plus gym bags, straps over bags, handles across packaging — its thickness decides which eyelets fit.
1,50 EUR
1,50 EUR per meters
incl. 19% tax excl. Shipping costs
meters:
 
Baumwollkordel doppelt gewebt in Vanille, Meterware im Ausschnitt
Cotton Cord, Vanilla
Cotton Cord in Vanilla, 3 mm thick, made from 100 % cotton. Sold by metre, suiting hoods, drawstring waists plus gym bags, straps over bags, handles across packaging — its thickness decides which eyelets fit.
1,50 EUR
1,50 EUR per meters
incl. 19% tax excl. Shipping costs
meters:
 
Baumwollkordel doppelt gewebt in Hellgrau, Meterware im Ausschnitt
Cotton Cord, Light Grey
Cotton Cord in Light Grey, 3 mm thick, made from 100 % cotton. Sold by metre, suiting hoods, drawstring waists plus gym bags, straps over bags, handles across packaging — its thickness decides which eyelets fit.
1,50 EUR
1,50 EUR per meters
incl. 19% tax excl. Shipping costs
meters:
 
Baumwollkordel doppelt gewebt in Braun, Meterware im Ausschnitt
Cotton Cord, Brown
Cotton Cord in Brown, 3 mm thick, made from 100 % cotton. Sold by metre, suiting hoods, drawstring waists plus gym bags, straps over bags, handles across packaging — its thickness decides which eyelets fit.
1,50 EUR
1,50 EUR per meters
incl. 19% tax excl. Shipping costs
meters:
 
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This size is the compromise between fineness and grip. It is thin enough for small eyelets but thick enough to hold comfortably.

For drawstring backpacks it is the classic choice, as it doubles as a carrying strap without cutting in too much. For heavy bags a thicker quality is still worthwhile.

Measure the length generously: for a drawstring, allow twice the channel length plus extra for holding and knotting. Cord bought too short cannot be extended.

Cord stoppers and end caps are available to match this size. They stop the cord disappearing into the channel and give the end a neat finish.

Good to know

How much cord do I need for a bag?

Allow twice the channel length plus about thirty centimetres for holding and knotting. With two opposing cords you need double that amount.

Does this size fit through eyelet patches?

Usually yes, three millimetres is the standard assumption. When in doubt, check the details with the patch, as openings vary between manufacturers.

What stops the cord disappearing into the channel?

A knot at the end or a cord stopper. For washing it also helps to tie the cord together briefly so the drum movement does not pull it in.