1mm Brass Wire

Description

Our 1mm brass wire is made up of 70% Copper and 30% Zinc and is manufactured in Germany. This brass craft wire is a soft wire due to the 70% copper composition. This round 1mm diameter wire is easy to use but holds its shape very well. You will harden this wire whilst you are manipulating it and shaping into your jewellery, another term for this is work hardening.

The 1mm brass wire is an ideal diameter to make your own jewellery findings such as toggle clasps or for a focal pendant.

To harden this wire you simply just run the wire through your fingers several times. If your fingers complain (which they probably will until they've hardened themselves!) use a pair of nylon jawed pliers. We recommend these pliers if you are going to do a lot of wire work. The nylon jaws grip the wire without marking the wire. Running wire through the jaws will harden the wire making it stiffer and it then hold shapes much better.

Brass wire, like all metals, will tarnish over time. The time is takes to tarnish depends on many factors. Storing your jewellery when not in usein an air tight container, not exposing it to perfume or deordorant and occassionally giving it a polish with a dry soft cloth will contribute to a long life. Corrosion for brass jewellery wire isn't a problem but it will tarnish - or oxidise. Cleaning brass wire is straightforward. Use water and a non abrasive soap and dry thoroughly.

Each pack is approximately 4 metres in length. For heavy users of 1mm brass wire we sell these in single packs or 10 packs, giving you 40 metres (approx.) overall. This is part of a range of diameters we stock in brass from 0.4mm to 1.0mm.

Have a look at our full range of wire for Copper, Silver Plated, Sterling Silver, Gold Plated and Coloured Wire.

Wire Gauges

In a lot of projects, especially from the USA, the wire is labelled as a gauge. The 1mm wire we stock is also known as 18 gauge wire. The chart below is a pdf file that should open in a separate tab on your browser. If you wish to download this wire gauge chart just right click and download. You may have to open it in a separate tab before downloading. We hope this helps!

Craft Wire gauge conversion chart

1mm Brass Wire

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    Description

    Our 1mm brass wire is made up of 70% Copper and 30% Zinc and is manufactured in Germany. This brass craft wire is a soft wire due to the 70% copper composition. This round 1mm diameter wire is easy to use but holds its shape very well. You will harden this wire whilst you are manipulating it and shaping into your jewellery, another term for this is work hardening.

    The 1mm brass wire is an ideal diameter to make your own jewellery findings such as toggle clasps or for a focal pendant.

    To harden this wire you simply just run the wire through your fingers several times. If your fingers complain (which they probably will until they've hardened themselves!) use a pair of nylon jawed pliers. We recommend these pliers if you are going to do a lot of wire work. The nylon jaws grip the wire without marking the wire. Running wire through the jaws will harden the wire making it stiffer and it then hold shapes much better.

    Brass wire, like all metals, will tarnish over time. The time is takes to tarnish depends on many factors. Storing your jewellery when not in usein an air tight container, not exposing it to perfume or deordorant and occassionally giving it a polish with a dry soft cloth will contribute to a long life. Corrosion for brass jewellery wire isn't a problem but it will tarnish - or oxidise. Cleaning brass wire is straightforward. Use water and a non abrasive soap and dry thoroughly.

    Each pack is approximately 4 metres in length. For heavy users of 1mm brass wire we sell these in single packs or 10 packs, giving you 40 metres (approx.) overall. This is part of a range of diameters we stock in brass from 0.4mm to 1.0mm.

    Have a look at our full range of wire for Copper, Silver Plated, Sterling Silver, Gold Plated and Coloured Wire.

    Wire Gauges

    In a lot of projects, especially from the USA, the wire is labelled as a gauge. The 1mm wire we stock is also known as 18 gauge wire. The chart below is a pdf file that should open in a separate tab on your browser. If you wish to download this wire gauge chart just right click and download. You may have to open it in a separate tab before downloading. We hope this helps!

    Craft Wire gauge conversion chart

    Delivery & Returns

    How much is delivery?

    Same day dispatch, Worldwide, from £2.75 and free UK shipping on orders over £35*

    Where can I find the shop?

    Once you’re in Nottingham it’s quite easy to find us as we’re bright purple! Here are our top tips on getting into Nottingham City Centre or give us a call if we can help.

    Things to note when visiting Nottingham city Centre. Our shop is situated in a clear zone between 10am and 4,30pm. Only buses and trams are allowed on this street between these times. There is disability on street parking just down and around the corner from us (Angel Row) or behind the Royal Centre tram stop (Wollaton Street).

    We suggest using the Tram if you’re visiting Nottingham City Centre. This can be cheaper than Nottingham’s parking charges and if you are not used to Nottingham then you will also avoid the sometimes confusing road network in the city centre. There are several Tram park & rides which can make life much easier. They can be found approx. 1 mile from Jct.26 on the M1 or in Clifton if you use Jct.24 coming from the south and travelling on the A453. More info here.

    There are also several car parks near us including the Euro car park at the top of our road (it is quite a tight multi storey). Or on street parking the closest of which is Wollaton Street.

    Royal Centre Tram Stop: We can be found approx. 100 metres from the Royal Centre Tram Stop. Just follow the tram tracks downhill into the city centre. You will see us on the right hand side opposite the old Debenhams building.

    Whilst you’re in Nottingham why not visit some of the Cities other fantastic Independent shops https://www.mailorder-beads.co.uk/news/my-20-favourite-things-to-do-in-nottingham/

    How long does it take for me to receive my order?

    UK orders usually arrive in the next 1-3 days depending on the postage you select. Overseas orders take 3-20 days depending on location.

    Orders placed before 1pm on a week day are sent out the same day. We offer a range of delivery options including guaranteed next day. Occasionally items do get lost in the post we can re-send or refund your order 10 working days after it was sent (20 days for international items) as this is when the Royal Mail class class it as lost and allow us to claim for the loss.

    What is your return and exchange policy?

    We want you to be happy with your purchase, if it’s not what you wanted you are welcome to return it for a refund or exchange within 30 days but please return items in the same condition you received them.

    If you return your entire order within 14 days of receiving it, we will refund the full amount debited from your card. Postage will not be refunded if only part of the order is returned or after 14 days. Please enclose either your original invoice or a copy of it.

    If you have changed your mind about colour or size or just want to exchange for something else please enclose your order number and what you would like to swap for.

    Unless the item is faulty you are responsible for the postage to return items to us and we’d always recommend getting a proof of postage.

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