49 Strand Bead Stringing Wire – .018" (0.46mm)

Beadalon 49 Strand Bead Stringing Wire offers exceptional flexibility, strength, and beautiful drape, making it an excellent choice for jewelry designs that require natural movement.

Made with 49 tightly twisted strands of stainless steel and protected by a durable nylon coating, this premium stringing wire helps resist kinking and abrasion while providing lasting strength.

The most flexible option in Beadalon's standard multi-strand wire range, 49 Strand is ideal for necklaces, bracelets, and intricate jewelry designs where flexibility and movement are especially important.

The .018" diameter is a versatile, all-purpose size suitable for a wide variety of beads and jewelry-making projects, particularly medium-sized beads of average weight.

Available in a selection of metallic finishes, including soft satin shades. Bright offers a classic stainless steel appearance, while Bronze provides a warmer metallic finish. The 24K Gold Plated and .925 Sterling Silver options offer premium finishes for designer jewelry.

Product Details:

• Each order includes 1 spool
• Material: Nylon-Coated Stainless Steel
• Strand Count: 49
• Diameter: .018" (0.46mm)
• Length: Varies by selection
• Finish: Varies by selection
• Flexibility: Exceptional flexibility with excellent drape
• Country of Origin: USA

Wire Size Guide:

• .012"–.015": Seed beads and smaller-hole beads
• .015"–.021": Medium-sized beads of average weight
• .024"–.036": Larger, heavier beads

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