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ChiaoGoo SPIN™ Small 4" (10cm) Bamboo Interchangeable Knitting Needle Set
$175.00
$189.00
Premium bamboo interchangeable knitting needle set
ChiaoGoo SPIN™ Small 4" Set
Build the circular needle you need with seven beautifully crafted pairs of 10cm Moso bamboo tips, flexible swivel cables and ChiaoGoo’s precision interchangeable connection system. The compact 2400-S Small set covers popular needle sizes from 2.75mm to 5.00mm and can create circular needles as short as approximately 40cm.
7 Pairs
Moso bamboo needle tips
2.75–5mm
included needle-size range
10cm
compact interchangeable tips
Small [S]
ChiaoGoo connection size
ChiaoGoo item 2400-S
SPIN™
SMALL
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Warm bamboo tips, freely swivelling cables and compact 10cm proportions for comfortable circular knitting.
A beautifully controlled alternative to metal knitting needles
The ChiaoGoo SPIN Small 4-inch set is designed for knitters who prefer the warm, lightweight feel and gentle stitch control of bamboo.
Each tip is handcrafted from Moso bamboo and finished with a smooth patina surface that allows stitches to move comfortably while retaining more grip than polished stainless steel.
The compact 10cm tip length is particularly useful when creating shorter circular needles for hats, necklines, sleeves, children’s garments and smaller accessories.
All seven tip sizes use ChiaoGoo’s Small [S] connection and can be paired with compatible Small [S] SPIN, SWIV360 or TWIST cables.
Natural bamboo feel with a versatile interchangeable platform
Compact 10cm length
Create shorter circular needles while retaining comfortable hand positioning.
Swivelling cables
The cable connection rotates freely to reduce twisting while the project is worked.
Smooth joins
Precision connections help stitches move cleanly between the bamboo tip and cable.
Laser-marked sizing
Each tip is permanently marked so the needle size remains easy to identify.
Lifeline holes
Thread a lifeline through the connection and add it automatically while knitting a row.
Expandable system
Add more Small [S] cables, tips, connectors, stoppers and accessories separately.
Compact storage case
Keep tips, cables and small accessories organised together between projects.
2.75–5mm
Seven popular Small [S] needle sizes
A versatile range for socks, hats, shawls, garments, baby knitting and everyday yarn weights.
Included needle-tip sizes
Seven pairs from US 2 to US 8
- 2.75mm / US 2
- 3.25mm / US 3
- 3.50mm / US 4
- 3.75mm / US 5
- 4.00mm / US 6
- 4.50mm / US 7
- 5.00mm / US 8
Every included tip uses the ChiaoGoo Small [S] join, allowing the tips to be mixed with compatible Small [S] interchangeable cables and accessories.
Short circulars without ultra-short needle tips
Create a 40cm circular needle
Attach two 10cm tips to the included 20cm cable to create a circular needle measuring approximately 40cm from tip to tip.
This is an especially useful length for hats, cowls, necklines, children’s garments and smaller seamless projects.
The 10cm tips provide more hand support than very short two-inch or three-inch tips, making them a comfortable choice for many knitters.
- Hats and beanies
- Cowls and neck warmers
- Garment necklines
- Children’s jumpers
- Small garment bodies
- Compact seamless projects
40cm
Minimum assembled circular length
Two 10cm tips plus the 20cm cable create an approximately 40cm circular needle.
Handcrafted Moso bamboo needle tips
Bamboo feels warmer in the hands than metal and does not create the same cool initial touch during winter knitting.
The patina finish provides enough glide for comfortable knitting while offering additional grip that helps prevent stitches from slipping away unexpectedly.
This makes SPIN tips particularly appealing for beginners, relaxed knitters and anyone working with smooth or slippery fibres.
- Warm natural feel
- Lightweight construction
- Gentle stitch control
- Quiet knitting experience
- Useful with slippery yarn
- Comfortable for longer sessions
Freely swivelling interchangeable cables
The cable connection allows the needle tip to rotate rather than forcing the cable to twist with every movement.
This can reduce cable torque while knitting flat or in the round and helps the project sit more naturally in your lap.
The set may be supplied with current ChiaoGoo compatible swivel cables according to regional packaging and production generation.
Build three useful circular-needle lengths
| 20cm / 8-inch cable | Creates an approximately 40cm / 16-inch circular needle when used with two 10cm tips. |
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| 35cm / 14-inch cable | Creates an approximately 56cm / 22-inch circular needle when used with two 10cm tips. |
| 55cm / 22-inch cable | Creates an approximately 76cm / 30-inch circular needle when used with two 10cm tips. |
Cable measurements refer to the cable itself. The final circular-needle length includes both needle tips and may vary slightly according to the assembled connection.
Tightening keys help keep tips firmly attached
Insert a supplied tightening key into the hole at the cable connection, then gently tighten the needle tip by hand.
This provides more leverage than finger tightening alone and helps prevent the connection from loosening during a project.
ChiaoGoo rubber grippers can also be added separately for additional grip while tightening or releasing the tips.
End stoppers turn cables into flexible stitch holders
Remove the needle tips and attach the coded Small [S] end stoppers to each side of the cable.
Your live stitches remain safely on the cable while the tips can be used for another project.
This is particularly useful when checking garment fit, placing sleeves on hold or managing multiple works in progress.
Small [S] cable connector included
Join two compatible Small [S] cables together when a longer working circumference is required.
The connector can also help when transferring stitches between cable lengths or preparing a project for blocking and fitting.
Use a tightening key on both sides of the connector to create a secure join.
Built-in lifeline holes
Thread fine waste yarn through the hole in the connection before knitting across the next row.
As the stitches move from the tip onto the cable, the lifeline is carried through the row automatically.
Lifelines provide a secure point to return to when knitting lace, complex textures or unfamiliar pattern repeats.
Compatible with ChiaoGoo Small [S] components
The included tips can be used with compatible Small [S] SPIN clear nylon, SWIV360 silver and TWIST red cables.
Stainless-steel TWIST tips can also be used on compatible Small [S] cables, allowing bamboo and metal tips to be combined within one collection.
Always match the connection code. Small [S] components do not connect directly to Mini [M] or Large [L] parts without a suitable adapter.
- SPIN Small [S] cables
- SWIV360 Small [S] cables
- TWIST Red Small [S] cables
- SPIN Small [S] tips
- TWIST Small [S] tips
- Small [S] connectors
- Small [S] end stoppers
- Compatible ChiaoGoo accessories
Complete compact interchangeable package
What is included in the ChiaoGoo 2400-S set?
- Seven pairs of 10cm bamboo tips
- 2.75mm / US 2 tips
- 3.25mm / US 3 tips
- 3.50mm / US 4 tips
- 3.75mm / US 5 tips
- 4.00mm / US 6 tips
- 4.50mm / US 7 tips
- 5.00mm / US 8 tips
- Small [S] 20cm cable
- Small [S] 35cm cable
- Small [S] 55cm cable
- Small [S] cable connector
- Small [S] end stoppers
- T-shaped tightening keys
- Stitch markers
- Needle gauge
- Compact zippered fabric case
Exact quantities and cable construction may vary slightly with current ChiaoGoo production packaging. The set remains centred on seven Small [S] bamboo tip sizes, multiple cable lengths and the essential connection accessories.
A versatile bamboo set for everyday knitting
Beanies and hats
Cowls
Baby garments
Children’s jumpers
Sleeves
Cardigans
Shawls
Scarves
Garment necklines
Small blankets
Flat knitting
Circular knitting
SPIN 4", SPIN 5" or TWIST stainless steel?
| SPIN Small 4" / 10cm | Best for knitters who prefer bamboo and want the ability to create approximately 40cm circular needles. |
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| SPIN Small 5" / 13cm | Offers a longer hand grip for general knitting but is not suitable for creating a comfortable 40cm circular. |
| TWIST Small 4" / 10cm | Uses stainless-steel lace tips and is better suited to knitters wanting sharper points and faster stitch glide. |
| Best reason to choose this set | It combines the control and warmth of bamboo with compact tips, short circular capability and the expandable ChiaoGoo interchangeable system. |
Important information before purchasing
This is the ChiaoGoo SPIN Small [S] 4-inch / 10cm set, item 2400-S.
It includes needle sizes from 2.75mm to 5.00mm. Larger needle sizes are not included.
All included tips use the Small [S] connection and require compatible Small [S] cables.
The 10cm tips can be combined with the shortest cable to create an approximately 40cm circular needle.
SPIN bamboo tips provide more grip than ChiaoGoo stainless-steel TWIST tips and may feel slower with highly textured or naturally grippy yarn.
ChiaoGoo interchangeable cables are described as memory-free or low-memory depending on the cable type, but any cable can be damaged or kinked if sharply pinched or incorrectly stored.
ChiaoGoo SPIN Small 4" set details
| Brand | ChiaoGoo |
|---|---|
| Product range | SPIN™ Bamboo Interchangeables |
| Item number | 2400-S |
| Set size | Small [S] |
| Tip length | Approximately 10cm / 4 inches |
| Tip material | Handcrafted Moso bamboo with patina finish |
| Number of tip pairs | Seven |
| Included sizes | 2.75mm, 3.25mm, 3.50mm, 3.75mm, 4.00mm, 4.50mm and 5.00mm |
| US sizes | US 2 through US 8 |
| Connection size | ChiaoGoo Small [S] |
| Minimum assembled circular | Approximately 40cm / 16 inches |
| Cable lengths | Approximately 20cm, 35cm and 55cm |
| Swivel connection | Yes |
| Lifeline holes | Yes |
| Tip sizing | Laser imprinted |
| Cable connector | Included |
| End stoppers | Included |
| Tightening keys | Included |
| Needle gauge | Included |
| Stitch markers | Included |
| Storage case | Compact zippered fabric case |
| TWIST compatibility | Compatible with matching Small [S] TWIST tips, cables and accessories |
| Large [L] compatibility | Not directly compatible without a suitable adapter |
| Mini [M] compatibility | Not directly compatible without a suitable adapter |
ChiaoGoo SPIN Small 4" FAQ
What needle sizes are included?
The set includes seven pairs of tips in 2.75mm, 3.25mm, 3.50mm, 3.75mm, 4.00mm, 4.50mm and 5.00mm.
What does Small [S] mean?
Small [S] identifies the ChiaoGoo connection size used by tips from 2.75mm to 5.00mm. Matching Small [S] cables and accessories are required.
Can this set make a 40cm circular needle?
Yes. Two 10cm tips attached to the 20cm cable create an approximately 40cm circular needle.
Are the tips made from real bamboo?
Yes. ChiaoGoo SPIN tips are handcrafted from Moso bamboo and finished with a smooth patina surface.
Do the cables swivel?
Yes. The SPIN system is designed so the tip can rotate freely at the connection, helping reduce cable twisting.
Are SPIN cables the same as TWIST red cables?
No. SPIN cables are designed around a swivelling connection, while TWIST red cables use a nylon-coated multi-strand steel construction. Matching Small [S] parts remain interchangeable.
Can I use TWIST red cables with these bamboo tips?
Yes. Compatible Small [S] TWIST cables can be used with these Small [S] SPIN bamboo tips.
Can I use stainless-steel ChiaoGoo tips with the included cables?
Yes. Small [S] TWIST stainless-steel tips can be used with compatible Small [S] cables.
Are larger needle sizes included?
No. This Small set stops at 5.00mm. Larger sizes use the ChiaoGoo Large [L] connection and are sold separately or in Large and Complete sets.
Are 3.00mm tips included?
No. ChiaoGoo offers selected intermediate tip sizes separately, but 3.00mm is not part of the standard seven-pair Small set.
Are the needle sizes permanently marked?
Yes. The size is laser imprinted on each bamboo tip.
What are lifeline holes used for?
They allow fine waste yarn to be threaded through the connection so a lifeline is carried through the stitches while knitting.
Can the cables be joined together?
Yes. The included Small [S] connector can join two compatible cables to create a longer working length.
What are the end stoppers for?
They attach to the ends of a cable after the needle tips are removed, keeping live stitches safely on the cable.
Are bamboo tips suitable for beginners?
Yes. Bamboo provides more grip than polished metal, helping new knitters maintain control of their stitches.
Are these suitable for experienced knitters?
Yes. Experienced knitters often choose SPIN tips for their light weight, natural feel, controlled glide and short-circular capability.
Are bamboo needles slower than metal needles?
Bamboo generally provides more surface grip than stainless steel. This offers greater control but may feel slower to knitters who prefer very fast stitch movement.
Are these good for slippery yarn?
Yes. The natural bamboo surface helps control smooth fibres such as silk blends, bamboo yarn and some superwash yarns.
Can I use the set for magic loop knitting?
Yes. Add a suitable longer Small [S] cable when using the magic-loop technique for socks, sleeves or other small circumferences.
Can I knit flat with interchangeable circular needles?
Yes. Simply turn the work at the end of each row as you would with straight needles. The cable carries the project weight between the tips.
What is the difference between the 4-inch and 5-inch SPIN sets?
The 4-inch tips can create a 40cm circular needle. The 5-inch tips provide a longer hand grip but are too long to create a comfortable 40cm circular.
What is the difference between SPIN and TWIST?
SPIN sets use bamboo tips and swivelling cables. TWIST sets use surgical-grade stainless-steel lace tips and steel-core red cables.
Does the set include a storage case?
Yes. A compact zippered fabric case is included for organising the needle tips, cables and accessories.
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Our team can help explain the difference between 10cm and 13cm tips, Small [S], Large [L] and Mini [M] connections, SPIN bamboo and TWIST stainless-steel systems, and the cable length required for your project.
Compatible Small [S] tips, cables, connectors, end stoppers and tightening accessories can be added separately as your knitting collection develops.
For knitters wanting premium bamboo tips, excellent stitch control, compact circular capability and access to the wider ChiaoGoo interchangeable system, the SPIN Small 4-inch set is an outstanding long-term choice.