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.dsforte-btn:hover{background:transparent;color:#fff!important}\n@media(max-width:950px){.dsforte-hero,.dsforte-spec{grid-template-columns:1fr}.dsforte-hero{padding:35px}.dsforte-grid4,.dsforte-projects,.dsforte-steps,.dsforte-lengths{grid-template-columns:repeat(2,1fr)}.dsforte-gallery{grid-template-columns:repeat(2,1fr)}.dsforte-stats{grid-template-columns:repeat(2,1fr)}}\n@media(max-width:620px){.dsforte-section{margin:44px 0}.dsforte-hero,.dsforte-cta{padding:25px 20px}.dsforte-grid4,.dsforte-gallery,.dsforte-projects,.dsforte-steps,.dsforte-lengths,.dsforte-fit,.dsforte-joins{grid-template-columns:1fr}.dsforte-stat strong{font-size:21px}.dsforte-table th,.dsforte-table td{padding:12px}.dsforte-lead{font-size:17px}.dsforte-badge{right:25px;bottom:25px}}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"dsforte\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dsforte-wrap\"\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"dsforte-section dsforte-hero\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"dsforte-kicker\"\u003eChoose one size for your ChiaoGoo interchangeable system\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003ePremium FORTE performance, one perfect pair at a time\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"dsforte-lead\"\u003eChiaoGoo FORTE 13cm interchangeable tips combine stainless steel and carbon fibre in a strong, refined design. Press-fit assembly, precision-ground joins and an advanced nano-coated surface create a secure connection and slick yarn feed for smooth, confident knitting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul class=\"dsforte-benefits\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne pair per quantity\u003c\/strong\u003e, with two matching 13cm tips in your selected size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e15 sizes available\u003c\/strong\u003e from 2.75mm through 10.00mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull-length 13cm format\u003c\/strong\u003e for a comfortable grip and circulars from approximately 60cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall [S] or Large [L] join\u003c\/strong\u003e, clearly matched to the selected diameter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"dsforte-buttons\"\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"dsforte-btn\" href=\"#dsforte-sizes\"\u003eFind Your Size\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca class=\"dsforte-btn alt\" href=\"#dsforte-specs\"\u003eView Specifications\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsforte-heroimg\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.directsewing.co.nz\/cdn\/shop\/files\/4505-10.5-in-pkg-copy.jpg?v=1786913458\u0026amp;width=1296\" alt=\"Packaged pair of ChiaoGoo FORTE 13cm stainless steel and carbon fibre interchangeable tips\" loading=\"eager\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"dsforte-badge\"\u003e1 Pair, Cable Separate\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"dsforte-stats\" aria-label=\"ChiaoGoo FORTE tip highlights\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsforte-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 Pair\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo matching tips\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsforte-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e13cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull 5in tip length\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsforte-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e15 Sizes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2.75mm to 10.00mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsforte-stat\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e[S] or [L]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatch the cable join\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"dsforte-section\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"dsforte-kicker\"\u003eWhat you are ordering\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eOne selected size, supplied as two matching tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"dsforte-lead\"\u003eThis listing is for an individual FORTE tip pair, ideal for trying the premium mixed-material feel, adding a size to your ChiaoGoo collection or replacing a pair. Select the exact metric diameter before adding it to your cart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsforte-grid4\"\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsforte-card\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eTwo matching ChiaoGoo FORTE 13cm interchangeable tips in your selected size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsforte-card\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eCable, tightening key, case, end stoppers, connectors, yarn and pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsforte-card\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose by gauge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eSelect the metric size your pattern recommends, then swatch and adjust if required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsforte-card\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdd the right cable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose a ChiaoGoo cable with the same [S] or [L] join shown for your tip size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsforte-alert\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e quantity 1 gives you one pair of tips in one selected size. This is not the complete FORTE set, and no cable is supplied.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"dsforte-section\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"dsforte-kicker\"\u003eSee the construction and join groups\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eA closer look at the FORTE tip range\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsforte-gallery\"\u003e\n    \u003cfigure class=\"dsforte-photo\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.directsewing.co.nz\/cdn\/shop\/files\/4505-10.5.jpg?v=1786913458\u0026amp;width=1296\" alt=\"ChiaoGoo FORTE 13cm stainless steel and carbon fibre tip pair outside its packaging\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption\u003eOne matched pair is supplied in the size selected.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n    \u003cfigure class=\"dsforte-photo\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.directsewing.co.nz\/cdn\/shop\/files\/4505-S-tips.png?v=1786913459\u0026amp;width=1296\" alt=\"ChiaoGoo FORTE Small join tip sizes 2.75mm to 5mm\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption\u003eSmall [S] join: 2.75mm through 5.00mm.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n    \u003cfigure class=\"dsforte-photo\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.directsewing.co.nz\/cdn\/shop\/files\/4505-L-tips.png?v=1786913459\u0026amp;width=1296\" alt=\"ChiaoGoo FORTE Large join tip sizes 5.5mm to 10mm\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003cfigcaption\u003eLarge [L] join: 5.50mm through 10.00mm.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\u003c\/figure\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"dsforte-section\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"dsforte-kicker\"\u003eEngineered for a premium knitting feel\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eStrength, accuracy and a slick yarn feed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"dsforte-lead\"\u003eFORTE brings stainless steel and carbon fibre together in a distinctive 13cm interchangeable tip. Each detail is designed to support smooth stitch movement and a dependable cable connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsforte-grid4\"\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsforte-card\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMixed-material strength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eStainless-steel and carbon-fibre construction creates a strong, durable premium tip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsforte-card\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePress-fit assembly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe components are securely assembled using ChiaoGoo press-fit technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsforte-card\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision-ground joins\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccurately finished connections help stitches travel smoothly across the join.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsforte-card\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced nano-coating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eA slick surface promotes easy yarn feed without a high-gloss visual finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"dsforte-section\" id=\"dsforte-sizes\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"dsforte-kicker\"\u003eFifteen selectable sizes\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eFind the diameter, US equivalent and correct join\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"dsforte-lead\"\u003eMetric diameter is the primary reference. The join changes after 5.00mm, so check both the needle size and the [S] or [L] code before choosing a cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsforte-sizewrap\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable class=\"dsforte-table\"\u003e\n      \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMetric size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUS size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eJoin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChiaoGoo item\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eQuantity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e2.75mm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUS 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"dsforte-chip\"\u003eS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4505-2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 pair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e3.00mm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUS 2.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"dsforte-chip\"\u003eS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4505-2.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 pair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e3.25mm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUS 3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"dsforte-chip\"\u003eS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4505-3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 pair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e3.50mm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUS 4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"dsforte-chip\"\u003eS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4505-4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 pair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e3.75mm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUS 5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"dsforte-chip\"\u003eS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4505-5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 pair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e4.00mm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUS 6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"dsforte-chip\"\u003eS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4505-6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 pair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e4.50mm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUS 7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"dsforte-chip\"\u003eS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4505-7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 pair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e5.00mm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUS 8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"dsforte-chip\"\u003eS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4505-8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 pair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e5.50mm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUS 9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"dsforte-chip l\"\u003eL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4505-9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 pair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e6.00mm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUS 10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"dsforte-chip l\"\u003eL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4505-10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 pair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e6.50mm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUS 10.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"dsforte-chip l\"\u003eL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4505-10.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 pair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e7.00mm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUS 10.75\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"dsforte-chip l\"\u003eL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4505-10.75\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 pair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e8.00mm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUS 11\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"dsforte-chip l\"\u003eL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4505-11\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 pair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e9.00mm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUS 13\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"dsforte-chip l\"\u003eL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4505-13\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 pair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e10.00mm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUS 15\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"dsforte-chip l\"\u003eL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4505-15\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 pair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsforte-alert steel\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGauge comes first:\u003c\/strong\u003e yarn-weight suggestions are only a starting point. Use the metric size stated by your pattern, knit a useful swatch and change size if your measured gauge differs.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"dsforte-section\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"dsforte-kicker\"\u003eCable compatibility made simple\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eMatch the join letter, not just the brand name\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"dsforte-lead\"\u003eFORTE tips use ChiaoGoo's standard Small and Large interchangeable join system. Parts carrying the same letter are directly switchable, including matching ChiaoGoo TWIST, SPIN and SWIV360 cables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsforte-joins\"\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsforte-join\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSmall [S] join\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose an [S] cable for tip sizes US 2 to US 8, which covers 2.75mm through 5.00mm in this listing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsforte-join large\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLarge [L] join\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose an [L] cable for tip sizes US 9 to US 15, which covers 5.50mm through 10.00mm in this listing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsforte-alert copper\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo not force a mismatch:\u003c\/strong\u003e an [S] tip does not screw directly onto an [L] cable, and an [L] tip does not screw directly onto an [S] cable. ChiaoGoo adapters can expand some combinations, but they are separate accessories and are not included.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"dsforte-section\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"dsforte-kicker\"\u003eUnderstanding ChiaoGoo cable lengths\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003e13cm tips make circulars from about 60cm and longer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"dsforte-lead\"\u003eChiaoGoo labels its interchangeable cables by the cable length itself. Add two 13cm tips to estimate the complete tip-to-tip circular length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsforte-lengths\"\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsforte-length\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e35cm cable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMakes a nominal 60cm \/ 24in circular\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsforte-length\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e55cm cable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMakes a nominal 80cm \/ 32in circular\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsforte-length\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e75cm cable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMakes a nominal 100cm \/ 40in circular\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsforte-length\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLonger cables\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor shawls, blankets and magic-loop setups\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsforte-alert\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot for a 40cm circular:\u003c\/strong\u003e ChiaoGoo advises that 13cm tips are too long to make a comfortable 40cm \/ 16in circular. Choose 10cm tips with a suitable short cable when a 40cm finished length is required.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"dsforte-section\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"dsforte-kicker\"\u003eVersatile full-length tips\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWell suited to everyday circular and flat knitting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsforte-projects\"\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsforte-project\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSweaters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWork bodies, yokes and larger sleeve sections with a cable length suited to the circumference.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsforte-project\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eShawls\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a longer cable to give growing rows and lace sections room to spread.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsforte-project\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBlankets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse circular needles for wide flat rows while the cable carries the project weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsforte-project\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAccessories\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnit scarves, wraps, cowls and suitable hats in the round or back and forth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsforte-project\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMagic loop\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with a suitably long, flexible cable when your pattern and preferred technique allow.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"dsforte-section\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"dsforte-kicker\"\u003eIs this pair right for you?\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eA premium way to expand or refine your ChiaoGoo setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsforte-fit\"\u003e\n    \u003carticle\u003e\u003ch3\u003eA particularly good choice if you...\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWant to try FORTE without buying a complete set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrefer a full 13cm grip for medium and larger circulars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eValue smooth joins and an easy yarn feed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlready own compatible ChiaoGoo [S] or [L] cables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeed one exact size for a pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWant to replace or duplicate a frequently used pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle\u003e\u003ch3\u003eConsider another format if you...\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeed a complete multi-size set with cables and storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWant to make a 40cm finished circular\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeed a diameter below 2.75mm or above 10.00mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrefer very short tips for compact rounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpect a cable or tightening key to be included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not yet know which ChiaoGoo join size you own\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"dsforte-section\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"dsforte-kicker\"\u003eSecure assembly in four steps\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eChoose, connect, tighten and check\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsforte-steps\"\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsforte-step\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSelect the size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the metric diameter required by your pattern and check the item number shown in the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsforte-step\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMatch the join\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair an [S] tip with an [S] cable or an [L] tip with an [L] cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsforte-step\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTighten securely\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScrew the tip on straight, then use a ChiaoGoo tightening key and rubber gripper if available.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsforte-step\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCheck before knitting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirm both joins are secure and the complete circular length suits your project.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"dsforte-section\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"dsforte-kicker\"\u003eCare for precision-made tools\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eProtect the surface, points and joins\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsforte-grid4\"\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsforte-card\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeep clean and dry\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eWipe with a soft dry cloth and avoid soaking, solvents or abrasive household cleaners.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsforte-card\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtect the points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eStore the matching pair in its packet or a tip case rather than loose beneath heavier tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsforte-card\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStart joins straight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlign the threads carefully. Stop and restart if the connection feels uneven or resistant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003carticle class=\"dsforte-card\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHold the metal join\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cp\u003eConnect and disconnect at the metal join rather than twisting or pulling on the tip body.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"dsforte-section\" id=\"dsforte-specs\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"dsforte-kicker\"\u003eProduct details\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eChiaoGoo FORTE 13cm interchangeable tip specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsforte-spec\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"dsforte-sizewrap\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"dsforte-table\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChiaoGoo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCollection\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFORTE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterchangeable knitting needle tip pair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eQuantity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 pair \/ 2 matching tips in the selected size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTip length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13cm \/ 5in, including the cable join\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAvailable diameters\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.75mm to 10.00mm across 15 selectable variants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterials\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStainless steel and carbon fibre\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAssembly\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecure press-fit technology\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eJoin finish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrecision ground for a smooth, accurate connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSurface\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdvanced nano-coating for slick yarn feed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eJoin sizes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall [S] for 2.75mm to 5.00mm; Large [L] for 5.50mm to 10.00mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCable compatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMatching ChiaoGoo [S] or [L] interchangeable cables, including same-coded TWIST, SPIN and SWIV360 parts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRecommended finished circular length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 60cm \/ 24in and longer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e40cm circular capability\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo, 13cm tips are too long for a comfortable 40cm setup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNot included\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable, tightening key, case, end stoppers, connectors, yarn or pattern\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003caside class=\"dsforte-note\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eBefore ordering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect one metric diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuantity 1 equals one pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck the official item number\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote whether the tip uses [S] or [L]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose a matching cable separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlan for a 60cm or longer circular\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwatch for pattern gauge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/aside\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"dsforte-section\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan class=\"dsforte-kicker\"\u003eQuestions before choosing?\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eChiaoGoo FORTE 13cm tip FAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"dsforte-faq\"\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow many tips will I receive?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsforte-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eQuantity 1 supplies one matching pair, which is two 13cm tips in the size you select.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs this the complete FORTE set?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsforte-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This listing is for one selected size pair only. It does not contain several sizes, cables, accessories or a storage case.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs a cable included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsforte-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. A compatible ChiaoGoo cable with the correct [S] or [L] join is required and sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs a tightening key included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsforte-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The pair contains the tips only. A ChiaoGoo tightening key is a separate accessory and may already be included with your existing cable or set.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat are FORTE tips made from?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsforte-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThey combine stainless steel and carbon fibre in a strong, durable mixed-material construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat does the nano-coating do?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsforte-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eChiaoGoo uses an advanced nano-coating to create a slick surface that supports easy yarn feed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat does press-fit mean?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsforte-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt describes the secure manufacturing method used to assemble the mixed-material tip components.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhich sizes use the Small [S] join?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsforte-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eSizes 2.75, 3.00, 3.25, 3.50, 3.75, 4.00, 4.50 and 5.00mm use the Small [S] join.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhich sizes use the Large [L] join?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsforte-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eSizes 5.50, 6.00, 6.50, 7.00, 8.00, 9.00 and 10.00mm use the Large [L] join.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I use these with TWIST red cables?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsforte-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, provided the cable and tip carry the same [S] or [L] join code.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I use these with SWIV360 cables?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsforte-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Match the Small [S] or Large [L] code on the SWIV360 cable to the selected tip size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I use these with SPIN cables?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsforte-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. ChiaoGoo parts with the same [S] or [L] join code are switchable across the compatible interchangeable system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I put an [L] tip directly onto an [S] cable?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsforte-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Different join sizes do not connect directly. A suitable ChiaoGoo adapter may allow some combinations and is sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan 13cm tips make a 40cm circular?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsforte-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. ChiaoGoo advises that 13cm tips are too long for a comfortable 40cm circular. Choose 10cm tips for that finished length.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat cable makes an approximately 60cm circular?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsforte-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eA ChiaoGoo 35cm \/ 14in cable with two 13cm tips makes the nominal 60cm \/ 24in finished circular length.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I knit flat with these tips?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsforte-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Once connected to a suitable cable, interchangeable circular needles can work back and forth in rows as well as in the round.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eAre they suitable for magic loop?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsforte-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThey can be used for magic loop with a suitably long, flexible matching cable. Choose the overall length according to your project and preferred technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow should I choose the needle diameter?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dsforte-answer\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eBegin with the metric size stated by your pattern, then knit and measure a swatch. Change size if needed to achieve the required gauge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"dsforte-section dsforte-cta\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eChoose your FORTE size and match the join\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eSelect the metric diameter your project needs, check whether it carries the Small [S] or Large [L] code, and pair it with a compatible ChiaoGoo cable for a premium circular knitting setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ca class=\"dsforte-btn\" href=\"#dsforte-sizes\"\u003eReview All 15 Sizes\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"ChiaoGoo","offers":[{"title":"2.75mm – US 2 (S)","offer_id":48382936776925,"sku":"4505-2","price":21.05,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3.00mm – US 2.5 (S)","offer_id":48382936809693,"sku":"4505-2.5","price":21.05,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3.25mm – US 3 (S)","offer_id":48382936842461,"sku":"4505-3","price":21.05,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3.50mm – US 4 (S)","offer_id":48382936875229,"sku":"4505-4","price":21.05,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3.75mm – US 5 (S)","offer_id":48382936907997,"sku":"4505-5","price":23.3,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4.00mm – US 6 (S)","offer_id":48382936940765,"sku":"4505-6","price":23.3,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4.50mm – US 7 (S)","offer_id":48382936973533,"sku":"4505-7","price":24.3,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5.00mm – US 8 (S)","offer_id":48382937006301,"sku":"4505-8","price":24.3,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5.50mm – US 9 (L)","offer_id":48382937039069,"sku":"4505-9","price":26.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6.00mm – US 10 (L)","offer_id":48382937071837,"sku":"4505-10","price":26.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6.50mm – US 10.5 (L)","offer_id":48382937104605,"sku":"4505-10.5","price":28.25,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7.00mm – US 10.75 (L)","offer_id":48382937137373,"sku":"4505-10.75","price":28.25,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8.00mm – US 11 (L)","offer_id":48382937170141,"sku":"4505-11","price":30.05,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"9.00mm – US 13 (L)","offer_id":48382937202909,"sku":"4505-13","price":31.4,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10.00mm – US 15 (L)","offer_id":48382937235677,"sku":"4505-15","price":32.75,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0222\/3324\/files\/4505-10.5-in-pkg-copy.jpg?v=1786913458","url":"https:\/\/www.directsewing.co.nz\/products\/chiaogoo-forte-stainless-steel-carbon-fiber-lace-tips-5-13-cm","provider":"Direct Sewing Machines \u0026 Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}