ParaWire 18 Gauge Purple Enameled Copper Craft Wire – 50 ft Roll
Add rich color and substantial wire detail to jewelry and craft projects with ParaWire 18 Gauge Purple Enameled Copper Craft Wire. Made with a 99% pure copper core and a vibrant non-tarnish coating, this soft-temper wire combines bold purple color with the workability needed for creative wire forming.
At 18 gauge (.040"), this wire has more body and structure than finer jewelry wire while remaining easy to bend and shape. Each roll contains 50 feet, making it an excellent choice for formed jewelry components, decorative wirework, wire sculpture, and craft projects where the wire itself is an important part of the design.
Features & Benefits
- 18 gauge (.040") copper craft wire
- 50 ft roll
- Rich purple metallic finish
- 99% pure copper core
- Tinted non-tarnish coating provides color and helps protect the copper
- Soft temper for easy bending and forming
- Substantial gauge for designs that need more body and structure
- Lead- and nickel-free
- Made in the USA
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | ParaWire |
| Product Type | Colored Copper Craft Wire |
| Gauge | 18 Gauge |
| Diameter | .040" |
| Length | 50 ft |
| Color | Purple |
| Core Material | 99% Pure Copper |
| Temper | Soft |
| Finish | Purple Non-Tarnish Coating |
| SKU | 145-18X50 |
| MPN | 145-18X50 |
| UPC | 632751115919 |
| Country of Manufacture | USA |
18 Gauge for Substantial Wirework
At .040" diameter, 18 gauge provides more structure than finer wire sizes. It is well suited to projects where the wire needs to remain visible and contribute to the shape and character of the finished design.
The soft temper keeps the wire workable for bending, shaping, and forming while the heavier gauge provides useful body for larger decorative elements and components.
Vibrant Purple Finish
The purple finish gives jewelry and craft designs a distinctive alternative to traditional metallic colors. Use it on its own for bold monochromatic wirework or combine it with beads, stones, findings, and contrasting ParaWire colors.
The color comes from a tinted, flexible coating applied over the 99% pure copper core. The coating also helps protect the copper from tarnishing.
Great for Jewelry & Creative Wirework
The combination of a substantial 18 gauge diameter and soft temper makes this wire a versatile choice for projects where both form and color matter.
Ideal For
- Jewelry making
- Wire forming
- Decorative wirework
- Formed jewelry components
- Wire sculpture
- Ornaments and embellishments
- Decorative craft projects
- Designs featuring bold colored wire
Frequently Asked Questions
What gauge is this wire?
This is 18 gauge wire with a diameter of .040".
How much wire is included?
Each roll contains 50 feet of wire.
What is the wire made from?
It has a 99% pure copper core with a tinted purple non-tarnish coating.
Is this solid purple metal?
No. The wire has a copper core with a purple-colored coating that creates the decorative finish and helps protect the copper from tarnishing.
Is the wire soft or hard?
This wire is soft temper, making it easier to bend, shape, and manipulate for jewelry and craft projects.
What is 18 gauge wire good for?
18 gauge is a substantial craft-wire size that works well for formed components, decorative wirework, wire sculpture, and designs where the wire itself is intended to be a visible part of the finished piece.
Is it lead- and nickel-free?
Yes. ParaWire's colored copper craft wire is lead- and nickel-free.
Will the purple finish tarnish?
The coating is designed to help protect the wire from tarnishing. As with coated craft wire, avoiding prolonged exposure to water, humidity, and direct sunlight will help preserve the finish.
Where is it made?
It is made in the USA.
| SKU: | 145-18X50 |
| UPC: | 632751115919 |
| BRAND: | ParaWire |
| MPN: | 145-18X50 |
| Made In: | United States |
