Daily Wire Tip July 28: Wire Gauge Measurements

Daily Wire Jewelry Making Tip
July 28, 2010

Question:

Sometimes I’ve noticed that wire is sold by decimal measurement. Is there a conversion chart to establish the gauge?

-Sue in Post Falls, Idaho

Answer:

Hi Sue, the decimal measurement refers to millimeters. Our Wire Conversion Table can help (scroll down to the bottom chart). This chart can also help when purchasing beads and you need a specific sized hole.

Answer contributed by Dale “Cougar” Armstrong

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2 Comments

1. 

   Ginni Tutterow

   July 28, 2010 at 8:31 am

   I also see decimal numbers that show the gauge in parts of inches. For example, 20 square wire is .032 of an inch.
2. 

   Lee Butera

   July 28, 2010 at 10:19 am

   Thanks, Dale. This chart is already helping me with determining what size holes I will need when I incorporate beads into my new wire-working techniques I have been using from your DVDs. I think your website is the best!