How hard would these be to make out of a spool of thick wire?
503274
You wouldn't need the fancy angles, and it would be relatively easy. I usually use left over field fence...don't have any. It was cheaper to buy a set rather than a roll of fencing!
503275
The wire is very stiff. I doubt they would be easy to make out of wire pliable enough to spool.
503276
I am sure if you have the time and willingness it can't be so difficult. Yet I really liked these as they were out all winter -and we did have a really hard winter this year it is still snowing at the end of March here- there were no visible effects of the weather at all. Also I did like the little curve at the end it made it easier to drape or lift the fleece when I needed to.
1542786
They are made of strong rubber that holds it's shape, but could also be stretched to hold a large wire. Nice quality!
241221
The wire is really thick and I had no problem with it cutting thick and dense styrofoam. One thing I like about the wire is you can shape it to your preferance and it keeps it. The only real problem I had, wasn't really that big of a deal, was keeping the arms tight enough.
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.
1217980
Having to use one on a project, I cut one in half (length-wise). Scary - Really scary.These are not made with 20-gauge. Maybe not even 24-gauge. Barely larger than 30-gauge wire-wrap. I was going to strip and solder one end. But this will be difficult, even with a small, low-wattage soldering iron. These are probably fine for signal-level work (r.f. and audio). For higher voltage and current applications, it may be better (safer, at least) to construct your own jumper-cables.The Chinese continue to scimp on metal. Somthing to keep in mind when buying from Asia. Having to use one on a project, I cut one in half (length-wise). Scary - Really scary.These are not made with 20-gauge. Maybe not even 24-gauge. Barely larger than 30-gauge wire-wrap. I was going to strip and solder one end. But this will be difficult, even with a small, low-wattage soldering iron. These are probably fine for signal-level work (r.f. and audio). For higher voltage and current applications, it may be better (safer, at least) to construct your own jumper-cables.The Chinese continue to scimp on metal. Somthing to keep in mind when... » Read More Having to use one on a project, I cut one in half (length-wise). Scary - Really scary.These are not made with 20-gauge. Maybe not even 24-gauge. Barely larger than 30-gauge wire-wrap. I was going to strip and solder one end. But this will be difficult, even with a small, low-wattage soldering iron. These are probably fine for signal-level work (r.f. and audio). For higher voltage and current applications, it may be better (safer, at least) to construct your own jumper-cables.The Chinese continue to scimp on metal. Somthing to keep in mind when buying from Asia. « Show Less
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Yes. You can cut them with wire cutters. They are flexible. The base that holds the wires are predrilled. You can use screws when applicable to hold the section in place
1345586
Absolutely! I am cutting galvanized 3/16" fencing wire. The copper is much softer and 1/8" would be even easier. You will have no issues with these except they may be slower than the Stakon Cutter Crimpers which is my go-to for Electrical use.
1218490
Michael, I don't have a caliper to measure butI'd say the thickness of the wire is about the same as the pencil lead used in mechanical pencils.It's very tough stuff
2124411
Depending on the application, you can either solder or crimp the wires. I chose to solder. The only tool really required was a small needle nose pliers.
879706
They have a hook,which could hang from a stiff wire or slender rod. You might be able to close the hooks up with a pair of pliers to form a circle if you wanted to.
1271517
These are made to cut wire, so plastic should be no problem. The cuts are as clean and flush as they can possibly be. You may still need to sand a little.
503919
It would be very difficult. The handles are attached very well. It probably could be done by an experienced metal cutter.
1618143
Not difficult at all. As the manufacturer recommends, you may want to spray some light oil on the threads first.
1344835
They are wire and will bend, but stay bent once you do so. These are pretty small, but I find them very useful. I don't think they will hold up to a LOT of heavy scrubbing, though.
534471
The wires are twisted and are fairly thick. I found it difficult to run along a seem. You may be able to in twist the wires, but that would be allot of work.
1279036
You would have to use a needle to put them on the yarn. Using thread would be easier.
1816570
I would say you could string around 8-10 /inch, that depends on the size you want though too. They do work quite well. They are a nice addition to jewelry making.