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Copper based silver plated wire suitable for a multitude of uses. If in doubt 0.6mm and 0.8mm are the most versatile.

Product: threads / wires
Material: wire
Colour: silver plated

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Pack	Size	Buying options
	0.4mmx20M	£1.95 each: £11.50 per 10 packs:
Full product name: Wire - metal based - Silver plated wire 0.4mm (SPW04, silver plated, 0.4mmx20m) Notes: 0.4mm wire is approx 26 gauge, it is supplied in a 20 metre pack.
	0.6mmx10M	£1.95 each: £11.50 per 10 packs:
Full product name: Wire - metal based - Silver plated wire 0.6mm (SPW06, silver plated, 0.6mmx10m) Notes: 0.6mm wire is approx 23 gauge, it is supplied in a 10 metre pack.
	0.8mmx6M	£1.95 each: £11.50 per 10 packs:
Full product name: Wire - metal based - Silver plated wire 0.8mm (SPW08, silver plated, 0.8mmx6m) Notes: 0.8mm wire is approx 20 gauge, it is supplied in a 6 metre pack.
	1.0mmx4M	£1.95 each: £11.50 per 10 packs:
Full product name: Wire - metal based - Silver plated wire 1mm (SPW10, silver plated, 1.0mmx4m) Notes: 1mm wire is approx 18 gauge, it is supplied in a 4 metre pack.
	1.2mmx3M	£1.95 each: £11.50 per 10 packs:
Full product name: Wire - metal based - Silver plated wire 1.2mm (SPW12, silver plated, 1.2mmx3m) Notes: 1.2mm wire is approx 17 gauge, it is supplied in a 3 metre pack.
	1.5mmx1.75M	£1.95 each: £11.50 per 10 packs:
Full product name: Wire - metal based - Silver plated wire 1.5mm (SPW15, silver plated, 1.5mmx1.75m) Notes: 1.5mm wire is approx 15 gauge, it is supplied in a 1.75 metre pack.

Frequently asked questions about the product: Silver plated wire

Q: I want to make some wire shapes, spirals etc and my own clasps and wanted some advice on what gauge I shoud use?
A: 0.6 or 0.8mm wire will be your best bet, depending on the finish required. Gently hammering wire shapes once made will help to retain their form.

Q: I would like to make wine glass charms as table name places for my wedding. What wire would be suitable to attach silver letter charms to for this purpose?
A: I would recommend the 0.4mm or the 0.6mm which are really easy to bend and shape. If you need something a bit more substantial for sculpting you could try the 0.8mm.

Q: Which wire is best for hanging heavy pendants on which will keep shape but have a bit of flexibility?
A: The thicker the wire the better it will hold its shape. The 1.2mm and 1.5mm wire needs to be bent with pliers and should hold its shape come what may, it's quite sculptural. The thinner wires are best for wrapping and coiling as in this project www.beadsunlimited.co.uk/projects/amber-ramble-necklace-and-bracelet/50 . The problem with the silver plated wire is that because it is best used for a sculptural creation even the 0.8mm and the 1mm will kink and lose its shape over time. What I'd recommend for a heavy pendant would be beading wire www.beadsunlimited.co.uk/beading-wire/c70 used with crimps www.beadsunlimited.co.uk/Crimp/bo789

Q: Which wire is best for making jump rings please?
A: I'd recommend 1mm silver plated wire, or perhaps 0.8mm for smaller diameter rings. You want something fairly thick to ensure that it holds its shape.

Q: Which wire is the best for making earring wires? Thanks
A: I think 0.4mm wire would be best.

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