Create precise loops, clasps, and coils with this 0.50 mm round wire made of 316 stainless steel, designed for wire jewelry making.
Please note: This wire is annealed (which makes it more flexible). However, its hardness is often very close to the maximum level accepted for mild steel. It therefore remains relatively firm.
With a diameter of 0.50 mm, this round wire offers an attractive level of fineness for designs that require precise coiling while maintaining a certain amount of structural integrity. Made of 316 stainless steel, it can be used to form loops, connect components, attach beads, or create various metal details in your jewelry.
What can you do with this stainless steel wire?
Since stainless steel is stiffer and more rigid than copper or brass, working with it requires more force and the right tools. This diameter is particularly well-suited for certain wire-wrapping projects, such as wrapping around a stone, securing beads, or creating decorative wraps. You can take inspiration from these dangling earrings made using the wire-wrapping technique and adapt the design to your own components.
For DIY projects, use this wire to create earrings, pendants wrapped in wire, small clusters of beads, or decorative elements to add to a necklace. It can also be used to make clasps or connect different components when you’re looking for a delicate yet structured design. When cutting, avoid using pliers not designed for this metal: our guide helps you choose cutting pliers suitable for stainless steel wire. The right tool will protect your pliers and ensure a cleaner cut.
Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced designer, our tutorials and technical guides provide advice and tips to help you choose your tools, work with different wire diameters, and master jewelry-making techniques.
Details:
Wire diameter: 0.5 mm
Sold in 15-meter spools
