Daily Wire Tip July 28: Wire Gauge Measurements

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Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip
July 28, 2010

Question:

Sometimes I’ve noticed that wire is sold by decimal measurement. Is there a conversion chart to establish the gauge?

-Sue in Post Falls, Idaho

Answer:

Hi Sue, the decimal measurement refers to millimeters. Our Wire Conversion Table can help (scroll down to the bottom chart). This chart can also help when purchasing beads and you need a specific sized hole.

Answer contributed by Dale “Cougar” Armstrong

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2 Comments

  1. avatar

    Ginni Tutterow

    July 28, 2010 at 8:31 am

    I also see decimal numbers that show the gauge in parts of inches. For example, 20 square wire is .032 of an inch.

  2. avatar

    Lee Butera

    July 28, 2010 at 10:19 am

    Thanks, Dale. This chart is already helping me with determining what size holes I will need when I incorporate beads into my new wire-working techniques I have been using from your DVDs. I think your website is the best!