Embroidery Size Converter
Convert design sizes between inches, centimetres and millimetres.
Quick answer: The standard left-chest logo is 3-4 inches (76-102 mm) wide, cap fronts run 2-2.5 inches (51-64 mm) tall, and full jacket backs 10-12 inches (254-305 mm) wide. Machine formats store coordinates in 0.1 mm units. Convert any size between inches, cm and mm below.
Embroidery software and machine specs mix units constantly — hoops in centimetres, US placement guides in inches, stitch files in tenths of a millimetre. Convert instantly between all three, with standard placement sizes for reference.
How it works
- Type a size in any unit — the other two update instantly.
- Check the placement reference table for standard left-chest, cap and jacket-back sizes.
Frequently asked questions
What is the standard left-chest logo size?
3 to 4 inches (76–102 mm) wide is the industry standard, with 3.5" the most common. Cap fronts run 2–2.5" tall; full jacket backs typically 10–12" wide.
Why do my machine and my digitizer quote different units?
Machine formats store coordinates in 0.1 mm units, hoops are sold in cm, and US customers order in inches. Everyone's right — this converter keeps them aligned.