These Beadalon crimp beads are essential for securing and neatly finishing your cable wire or nylon thread jewelry projects. Use crimping pliers to secure them, locking your wires in place and reliably holding clasps and other jewelry components in position.
These tube beads have an elongated cylindrical shape, ideal for precise clamping on the cable. Their small inner diameter allows them to effectively grip the wire when crimped, ensuring a strong and durable hold. They measure approximately 2 mm in height, with an outer diameter of about 1.8 mm and an inner diameter of 1.3 mm.
Crimp beads are primarily used to attach a clasp to the end of a necklace or bracelet made with cable wire. They are also used to space beads at specific points along the wire, creating structured designs. For a neat finish, it is recommended to combine them with crimp beads that conceal the crimped bead. To crimp them correctly without damaging the wire, the use of appropriate crimping pliers is strongly recommended.
Instructions for using crimp beads:
1. String beads—for example, onto a cable wire—then string on a crimp bead.
2. Thread on a clasp.
3. Thread the wire back through the crimp bead and the other beads.
4. Crimp the crimp bead using suitable pliers.
5. For a perfect finish, place a crimp cap on the end of the pliers and squeeze it onto the crimp bead to hide it.
Whether you’re new to DIY jewelry making or already have some experience, it’s helpful to master the crimping technique to achieve a clean and secure finish. On the website, you’ll find tutorials and technical guides that explain step-by-step how to make cable-wire necklaces and bracelets, choose the right tools, and even how to space beads on a wire. These resources are accessible to all skill levels and allow you to progress at your own pace in jewelry making.
Details:
Height: 2 mm
Outer diameter: approximately 1.8 mm
Inner diameter: 1.3 mm
Sold in bags of 46 pieces.
