All posts tagged "wire gauge"

  • Daily Wire Tip Oct. 17: What Type of Wire Should Be Used To Make Necklace Clasps?

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip October 17, 2009 Question: I would like to make the clasps for necklace in sterling silver.  What type of wire would be most appropriate? Answer: The most often used wire shape to...

    • Posted October 17, 2009
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  • Daily Wire Tip Sept. 26: Choosing Wire

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip September 26, 2009 Question: What is the rule of thumb for uses of gauges, temper of wire? Most projects I see recommend half-hard wire. Answer: As the artist and creator, you are...

    • Posted September 27, 2009
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  • Wire wrapped cabachon
    Daily Wire Tip Sept. 20: Questions for Beginners

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip September 20, 2009 Question: I am new to wire jewelry.  I am interested in “wrapping” odd shaped stones.  Would stainless wire be best?  If not, what would you use?  Which gauge do...

    • Posted September 20, 2009
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    Daily Wire Tip Sept. 18: What`s the Difference Between 21 and 22 Gauge Wire?

    Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip September 18, 2009 Question: I noticed that you offer 21 gauge wire and 22 gauge wire.  Is there that much of a difference and could they be interchanged? Answer: In my opinion,...

    • Posted September 18, 2009
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  • Round Wire Gauge
    American Wire Gauge

    How is wire gauged? Since 1857, the United States has been using a standard system in measuring the diameter of wire. This system is known as American Wire Gauge (AWG), or the Brown & Sharp (B&S) gauge,...

    • Posted April 3, 2009
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