Reference: Monofilament Size Chart
Monofilament Nylon Cord (aka. fishing line) comes in a variety of sizes and strengths. Below is a chart showing the equivalent size (in millimeters) and tension strength (in pounds) of different thicknesses. Check out our selection of monofilament cord for crafts and bead stringing here. And for more information about all the different kinds and uses of stringing materials, click here.
TEST/STRENGTH | SIZE (mm) |
1 lb. | 0.06mm |
2 lb. | 0.08mm |
3 lb. | 0.10mm |
4 lb. | 0.13mm |
6 lb. | 0.15mm |
8 lb. | 0.27mm |
10 lb. | 0.30mm |
12 lb. | 0.35mm |
15 lb. | 0.40mm |
20 lb. | 0.45mm |
25 lb. | 0.50mm |
30 lb. | 0.55mm |
40 lb. | 0.60mm |
50 lb. | 0.70mm |
60 lb. | 0.80mm |
80 lb. | 0.90mm |
100 lb. | 1.00mm |
130 lb. | 1.20mm |
150 lb. | 1.30mm |
200 lb. | 1.5mm |
250 lb. | 1.80mm |
300 lb. | 1.90mm |