Description
Crimp beads and crimp tubes are often paired with either wire protectors or bullion, and may also be topped with crimp covers.
See Related Products links (below) for similar items and additional jewelry-making supplies that are often used with this item.
Which crimps should I use?
Cord Diameter in Inches | Cord Diameter in Millimeters | Crimp Bead Size | Crimp Tube Size | Fits Scrimp |
0.010 | 0.25 | 0, 1 | 0,1 | Yes |
0.012 | 0.30 | 0, 1 | 0,1 | Yes |
0.013 | 0.33 | 0, 1 | 1 | Yes |
0.015 | 0.38 | 1 | 2 | Yes |
0.018 | 0.46 | 1 | 2 | Yes |
0.020 | 0.51 | 2 | 2 | Yes |
0.021 | 0.53 | 2 | 2 | Yes |
0.024 | 0.61 | 2, 3 | 2, 3 | No |
0.030 | 0.76 | 3 | 4 | No |
0.036 | 0.91 | 3 | 4 | No |
- Exception: Most crimp tubes won't hold on 0.010 and 0.012 when closed with crimping pliers. Either flatten with regular pliers, or use size 1 crimp tubes with micro crimping pliers.
Details
Sold by: |
hundred |
Color: |
Yellow Plated |
Size: |
3.5-4mm, similar to |
Additional Info: |
100 per pack |
Country of Origin: |
France |
Hole Size: |
2.0mm |
Crimps & Cable: |
1 |
Product Reviews
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Substantial size
I've found it difficult to locate crimp beads this large (for heavier necklaces). This isn't the colour I wanted, but I can still use them and enclose/hide them in a brass, copper or silver coloured crimp cover as needed.