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Wire wrapping is a fun, creative process that lets you create a unique piece of jewelry. It requires patience, skill, and precision – but it has never been easier with Xuron® tools! In this blog post, we will discuss the different Xuron® tools for wire wrapping and give some tips on which ones work best and how to use them to easily produce beautiful pieces!
To get started, you will need a few basic tools. These include flat-nose and bent-nose pliers, as well as flush cutters for soft wire. Read on to learn more about each of these tools.
450BN Bent TweezerNose
The 450BN Bent TweezerNose
Pliers tips are bent at a 45° angle to provide the best sight lines when working in tight areas or handling small objects. Its blades are perfectly aligned and strong enough for forming and bending.
The Xuron® 485FN Flat-Nose Pliers are similar to the Chain-Nose but with a wider, flat jaw. It allows you to apply more force over a wider area. Use the 485FN for bending and finishing.
Xuron® 410 Micro-Shear Flush Cutter
Xuron® Model 410 Micro-Shear Flush Cutters are perfect for cutting soft wire up to 18 AWG (1mm), making them ideal when working with flexible stranded bead or craft wire and German-style wire used for jewelry making. The Model 410 provides a clean, flush cut every time with its precision-ground jaws.
Learn more about the variety of flush cutters we manufacture and how to choose your best option here: Micro-Shear® Flush Cutters FAQ
The post What are the Best Xuron® Tools for Expert Wire Wrapping? appeared first on The Xuron® Tool Blog.
What Tools Do You Need to Wire Wrap?
To get started, you will need a few basic tools. These include flat-nose and bent-nose pliers, as well as flush cutters for soft wire. Read on to learn more about each of these tools.
Essential Xuron® Tools for Wire Wrapping
450BN Bent TweezerNose
Pliers
The 450BN Bent TweezerNose Pliers tips are bent at a 45° angle to provide the best sight lines when working in tight areas or handling small objects. Its blades are perfectly aligned and strong enough for forming and bending.485FN Flat-Nose Pliers
The Xuron® 485FN Flat-Nose Pliers are similar to the Chain-Nose but with a wider, flat jaw. It allows you to apply more force over a wider area. Use the 485FN for bending and finishing.Xuron® 410 Micro-Shear Flush Cutter
410 Micro-Shear® Flush Cutters
Xuron® Model 410 Micro-Shear Flush Cutters are perfect for cutting soft wire up to 18 AWG (1mm), making them ideal when working with flexible stranded bead or craft wire and German-style wire used for jewelry making. The Model 410 provides a clean, flush cut every time with its precision-ground jaws.
Learn more about the variety of flush cutters we manufacture and how to choose your best option here: Micro-Shear® Flush Cutters FAQ
The post What are the Best Xuron® Tools for Expert Wire Wrapping? appeared first on The Xuron® Tool Blog.