Acupuncture needles come in a variety of lengths and gauges. The gauge of a needle references needle thickness. The length is the overall distance from tip to end. How these measurements are written on needle packaging can vary based on the style of the needle or where in the world they are sold.
You can find needles on our website in specific sizes by using our search bar and searching by actual sizes. We carry many different styles such as Spring Handle, Pipe Handle, and Plastic Handle Acupuncture Needles. Here are a couple charts to help you navigate the different sizes available.
Acupuncture Needle Gauges
| CHINESE GAUGE | KOREAN/JAPANESE GAUGE | ACTUAL SIZE (MILLIMETER) |
| - | 00 | .12 |
| - | 0 | .14 |
| 40 | 1 | .16 |
| 38 | 2 | .18 |
| 36 | 3 | .20 |
| 34 | - | .22 |
| 32 | 5 | .25 |
| 30 | 8 | .30 |
| 28 | - | .35 |
Acupuncture Needle Lengths
| CHINESE LENGTH | KOREAN/JAPANESE LENGTH | LENGTH IN INCHES |
| 7mm | * | 1/4 inch |
| 13mm | 15mm | 1/2 inch |
| 25mm | 30mm | 1 inch |
| 40mm | 40mm | 1.5 inch |
| 50mm | 50mm | 2 inch |
| 60mm | 60mm | 2.5 inch |
| 75mm | * | 3 inch |
| 100mm | * | 4 inch |
| 125mm | * | 5 inch |
| 150mm | * | 6 inch |