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Crimp beads and crimp tubes are often paired with either wire protectors or bullion, and may also be topped with crimp covers.
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Which crimps should I use?
Cord Diameter in Inches
Cord Diameter in Millimeters
Crimp Bead Size
Crimp Tube Size
Fits Scrimp
0.010
0.25
0, 1
0,1
Yes
0.012
0.30
0, 1
0,1
Yes
0.013
0.33
0, 1
1
Yes
0.015
0.38
1
2
Yes
0.018
0.46
1
2
Yes
0.020
0.51
2
2
Yes
0.021
0.53
2
2
Yes
0.024
0.61
2, 3
2, 3
No
0.030
0.76
3
4
No
0.036
0.91
3
4
No
Exception: Most crimp tubes won't hold on 0.010 and 0.012 when closed with crimping pliers. Either flatten with regular pliers, or use size 1 crimp tubes with micro crimping pliers.
2.5mm smooth gunmetal plated brass crimp bead findings by Beadalon®, 1.5mm inner diameter. Size 2. Approximately 800 pieces per ounce, 80 crimp beads per 0.1oz. Crimp beads offer a secure and professional finish for many types of designs. Black gunmetal color may range from gun blue to matte dark gray to shiny black metal.
