Compare all of our wire options with this handy wire guide. This table includes composition and sizing information for each wire that we offer, and a reference for matching ferrule sizes. Click through to each product for more information and to order.
Please note: All measurements are approximate.
Wire
SKU
Wire Gauge
Stiffness
Wire Diameter
Diameter
(with Wrap)
(with Wrap)
Matching
Ferrule Size
Ferrule Size
Cotton Covered Wire
Steel wire, wrapped in cotton
Steel wire, wrapped in cotton
SKU: TZ-11785
Wire Gauge: 21 Gauge
Stiffness: Pliable
Wire Diameter: 0.9mm
Diameter (with Wrap): 1.1mm
Matching Ferrule Size: 2mm
SKU: TZ-07308
Wire Gauge: 20 Gauge
Stiffness: Pliable
Wire Diameter: 1mm
Diameter (with Wrap): 1.2mm
Matching Ferrule Size: 2mm
SKU: JB-06089-19G
Wire Gauge: 19 Gauge
Stiffness: Standard
Wire Diameter: 1.25mm
Diameter (with Wrap): 1.3mm
Matching Ferrule Size: 2mm
SKU: WP-31830
Wire Gauge: 18 Gauge
Stiffness: Standard
Wire Diameter: 1.35mm
Diameter (with Wrap): 1.6mm
Matching Ferrule Size: 2.5mm
SKU: JB-10622-16G
Wire Gauge: 16 Gauge
Stiffness: Firm
Wire Diameter: 1.5mm
Diameter (with Wrap): 1.9mm
Matching Ferrule Size: 3mm
Rayon Covered Wire
Steel wire, wrapped in smooth rayon
Steel wire, wrapped in smooth rayon
SKU: WP-89782
Wire Gauge: 18 Gauge
Stiffness: Standard
Wire Diameter: 1.35mm
Diameter (with Wrap): 1.5mm
Matching Ferrule Size: 2.5mm
SKU: WP-90038
Wire Gauge: 16 Gauge
Stiffness: Firm
Wire Diameter: 1.5mm
Diameter (with Wrap): 1.9mm
Matching Ferrule Size: 3mm
Cotton Covered Wire - Copper Core
Copper wire, wrapped in cotton
Copper wire, wrapped in cotton
SKU: JB-06089-CC
Wire Gauge: 24 Gauge
Stiffness: Pliable
Wire Diameter: 0.6mm
Diameter (with Wrap): 0.8mm
Matching Ferrule Size: 2mm
SKU: JB-06089-CC
Wire Gauge: 18 Gauge
Stiffness: Pliable
Wire Diameter: 1.2mm
Diameter (with Wrap): 1.4mm
Matching Ferrule Size: 2.5mm
SKU: JB-06089-CC
Wire Gauge: 12 Gauge
Stiffness: Pliable
Wire Diameter: 2mm
Diameter (with Wrap): 3mm
Matching Ferrule Size: -
Paper Covered Wire
Wire, wrapped in paper
Wire, wrapped in paper
SKU: SH-01559
Wire Gauge: 22 Gauge
Stiffness: Pliable
Wire Diameter: 0.7mm
Diameter (with Wrap): 0.8mm
Matching Ferrule Size: 1mm
Paper Covered Craft Wire
Wire, wrapped in colourful paper
Wire, wrapped in colourful paper
SKU: WT-6809
Wire Gauge: 24 Gauge
Stiffness: Soft
Wire Diameter: 0.5mm
Diameter (with Wrap): 1mm
Matching Ferrule Size: 2mm
Plastic Coated Meal Wire
Wire, coated in plastic
Wire, coated in plastic
SKU: OT-06739
Wire Gauge: 18 Gauge
Stiffness: Pliable
Wire Diameter: 1mm
-
Matching Ferrule Size: 1mm
Plastic Pliable Japanese Wire
Plastic wire
Plastic wire
SKU: YS-06829
Wire Gauge: -
Stiffness: Pliable
Wire Diameter: 1mm - 1.5mm
-
Matching Ferrule Size: 2.5mm
Brim Reed
Plastic wire, good for hat brims
Plastic wire, good for hat brims
SKU: YS-01719
Wire Gauge: 20 Gauge
Stiffness: Retains Curve
Wire Diameter: 0.85mm
-
Matching Ferrule Size: 1.5mm
SKU: YS-01719
Wire Gauge: 17 Gauge
Stiffness: Retains Curve
Wire Diameter: 1.2mm
-
Matching Ferrule Size: 2mm
SKU: YS-01719
Wire Gauge: 12 Gauge
Stiffness: Retains Curve
Wire Diameter: 2mm
-
Matching Ferrule Size: 3mm
Galvanised Steel Tie Wire
Galvanised steel wire
Galvanised steel wire
SKU: HW-03796
Wire Gauge: 16 Gauge
Stiffness: Pliable
Wire Diameter: 1.25mm
-
Matching Ferrule Size: 2mm
Fine Memory Spring Wire
Memory wire, good for jewellery and brims
Memory wire, good for jewellery and brims
SKU: DJ-06085
Wire Gauge: 24 Gauge
Stiffness: Retains Curve
Wire Diameter: 0.5mm
-
Matching Ferrule Size: 1.5mm
Steel Memory Spring Wire
Steel memory wire, good for brims
Steel memory wire, good for brims
SKU: RT-10389
Wire Gauge: 19 Gauge
Stiffness: Retains Curve
Wire Diameter: 1mm
-
Matching Ferrule Size: 2mm
SKU: RT-10389
Wire Gauge: 16 Gauge
Stiffness: Retains Curve
Wire Diameter: 1.25mm
-
Matching Ferrule Size: 2mm