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Griffin Silk and Nylon Bead Cord
Size Comparison Chart

The images in the table below are primarily to provide a comparative view of the sizes of bead cord.

ALSO SEE:
Griffin Silk and Nylon Bead Cord Color Chart
Stringth Color and Size Chart
Gudebrod Silk Color and Size Chart

The most popular sizes are #0, #1 and #2 for use with pearls, and #4 and #6 for use with other beads.

Remember that the size of the bead's hole must be larger than the diameter of the cord.

	No. 0 - apprx 0.30mm (.012")
	No. 1 - apprx 0.35mm (.014")
	No. 2 - apprx 0.45mm (.018")
	No. 3 - apprx 0.50mm (.020")
	No. 4 - apprx 0.60mm (.024")
	No. 5 - apprx 0.65mm (.026")
	No. 6 - apprx 0.70mm (.028")
	No. 7 - apprx 0.75mm (.030")
	No. 8 - apprx 0.80mm (.032")
	No. 10 - apprx 0.90mm (.036")
	No. 12 - apprx 0.98mm (.039")
	No. 14 - apprx 1.02mm (.040")
	No. 16 - apprx 1.05mm (.042")

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