I am trying to make a double strand "hair band" with crystals in it. Is this a thick enough gauge and will it stand up to that type of usage?
1636495
The 12 gauge wire is really thick. It is about the thickness of a rubber hair tie. I think you need like 18 gauge or smaller. Wire is smaller as the gauge gets higher.
1796053
Laura. This string is very strong, but it is nowhere near 1/8 inch thick. More like 1/32" thick! To get that type of thickness, you are going to have to go to shock cord, or parachute cord. I deal with cording and string all of the time, and I have yet to find any cotton, hemp, or nylon string in that thickness! Here is a link to 1/8 inch string, or cord, here on Amazon. I hope this helps! If not, you can contact me direct at thomsonprof at msn dot com. http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HAMI53K?psc=1
2067103
It's a fairly sturdy gauge. I went through about a dozen good-sized branches and then all of the trimming cuts to get them down to manageable, trailer-sized pieces, probably 40 in total, without any bending. You would have to really misuse the tool to damage it, I would think. It's good quality - Snap-On tools either owns the company or actually makes the product. It is worth the money in my opinion.
1979301
I don't have any extra 4 gauge to check it but my 12 gauge is copper strand wire. I remember when I was putting it in I was very impressed with the quality. The only thing I would do different is the audio cable. Very small remote power wire and the connectors are cheap.
1676987
I'm not sure about the gauge....only the quality. It is definitely worth the money, maybe get two, seriously.
1537654
I don't have an instrument that could measure such a small thickness accurately. It needs some clearance, but not a lot. It seems as thick as 2 credit cards. That still allows it to be pretty strong, as it is steel. I have had mine for almost 2 years, and it's still like new.
661230
I'm currently in the process of trying to run some 16 gauge through, and it's a bit of a hassle. The shielding on this wire is a bit "tacky", so there's a lot of friction, and it's a bit thick, so that might play a role in it. The smallest part of the tubing is about ½" in diameter, so probably more than sufficient for 14 gauge, but the opening in the back of the tube -- where the wire has to make a sharp 90º turn -- is only ¼" in diameter.
1914182
I have it on my industrial sewing machine, it is 2 inches thick. I think it could go another 1/2 in. Hope this helps.
1520250
Wire is pretty thick. I don't have it in front of me but I am an apprentice electrician and it appeared to be, from lasting impression, 10 gauge. Maybe only 12 gauge. But, I remember being happy that it was larger than 14gauge. I didn't test the water tightness, and it comes as one continuous 12"-18" loop so you'll have to cut it with this I mind
1938389
It is pretty thick I only use 1 peice and it fine for me but my co worker got two peices cause she likes her hair really thick looking but she can get away with wearing 1 as well
795344
It depends on what you are using it for: I used a single strand as a necklace and it frayed in about five days from wear and tear, for a craft it should be fine.
1796052
It isn't the thickness you are looking for. But it is very durable. I use it for tying bedding packets, which consists of two blankets, a pillow, sheet, towel, wash rag and pillow case. It's good sturdy string.
1694090
This is too thick to make bracelets. It is good for holding cargo in place in a moving truck or pickup.
1796051
Laura. This string is very strong, but it is nowhere near 1/8 inch thick. More like 1/32" thick! To get that type of thickness, you are going to have to go to shock cord, or parachute cord. I deal with cording and string all of the time, and I have yet to find any cotton, hemp, or nylon string in that thickness! Here is a link to 1/8 inch string, or cord, here on Amazon. I hope this helps! If not, you can contact me direct at thomsonprof at msn dot com. Paracord Planet 1/8" Shock Cord in Various Colors - Choose from 10, 25, 50, and 100 Feet, Made in USA Laura. This string is very strong, but it is nowhere near 1/8 inch thick. More like 1/32" thick! To get that type of thickness, you are going to have to go to shock cord, or parachute cord. I deal with cording and string all of the time, and I have yet to find any cotton, hemp, or nylon string in that thickness! Here is a link to 1/8 inch string, or cord, here on Amazon. I hope this helps! If not, you can contact me direct at thomsonprof at msn dot com. Paracord Planet 1/8" Shock Cord in Various Colors - Choose from 10, 25, 50,... » Read More Laura. This string is very strong, but it is nowhere near 1/8 inch thick. More like 1/32" thick! To get that type of thickness, you are going to have to go to shock cord, or parachute cord. I deal with cording and string all of the time, and I have yet to find any cotton, hemp, or nylon string in that thickness! Here is a link to 1/8 inch string, or cord, here on Amazon. I hope this helps! If not, you can contact me direct at thomsonprof at msn dot com. Paracord Planet 1/8" Shock Cord in Various Colors - Choose from 10, 25, 50, and 100 Feet, Made in USA « Show Less
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Hi Girard, That is hard to say because the thickness would not register on any ruler or measuring tape. But this is one of the thickest vinyl sheets/fabrics available. It can been sewn with a very heavy gauge needle or there are special adhesives which can joins seams. I used it to make an activity pad for my grand-nephew.
1945710
I use it to hold my hair to my curling iron. It can withstand 375 F for about 30 seconds. I wouldn't use it to solder.
1705212
Maybe. This 40 Gauge is neither very thick or very thin. Easy to handle yet still strong.