ParaWire 20 Gauge Silver-Plated Copper Craft Wire – 40 ft Roll

Add a bright silver finish to jewelry, wire art, and craft projects with ParaWire Silver-Plated Copper Craft Wire. This 20 gauge wire combines a 99% pure copper core with a layer of 99% pure fine silver and ParaWire's protective non-tarnish coating.

At 20 gauge, this wire provides an excellent balance of workability and structure. It is substantial enough for loops, links, spirals, connectors, decorative frames, and shaped components while remaining easy to manipulate for general jewelry and wire-forming projects. The soft temper makes it a versatile choice for hand forming, wrapping, and decorative work.

Features & Benefits

• 20 gauge silver-plated copper craft wire

• Bright Silver finish

• 99% pure copper core

• Plated with 99% pure fine silver

• ParaWire non-tarnish protective coating

• Soft temper for forming and shaping

• Lead-free and nickel-free

• Good balance of workability and structure

• 40-foot roll

• Made in the USA

Specifications

Versatile 20 Gauge Wire

20 gauge is a highly useful general-purpose size for jewelry making and decorative wirework. At approximately .032" in diameter, it provides enough body to hold formed shapes while remaining manageable for hand bending and shaping.

It works especially well for:

• Wire loops

• Links and connectors

• Spirals and coils

• Decorative frames

• Pendant components

• Shaped wire elements

• Wire wrapping

• Jewelry components

• Decorative craft projects

Compared with 18 gauge, 20 gauge is finer and easier to manipulate. Compared with 22 gauge and finer wire, it provides additional body and structure.

Fine-Silver Plated Copper

ParaWire's Silver Plated Craft Wire starts with a 99% pure smooth copper core.

The copper is plated with 99% pure fine silver, creating the bright silver appearance of this wire. ParaWire then applies its protective non-tarnish coating over the plating.

This is silver-plated copper craft wire and should not be confused with solid sterling silver or silver-filled wire.

Bright Silver Finish

The Silver finish provides the classic appearance of bright metal wire without adding another color to the surface.

This makes it especially versatile for jewelry and craft designs. Use it on its own for a clean silver appearance or combine it with beads, stones, colored wire, and other decorative elements.

The neutral silver finish works particularly well for projects where you want the wire to complement rather than compete with other colors in the design.

Soft Temper for Hand Forming

ParaWire craft wire is supplied in soft temper, making it well suited to bending, shaping, coiling, and forming.

The 20 gauge size offers a useful combination of workability and shape retention. It is easier to manipulate than heavier 18 gauge wire while providing more structure than finer 22, 24, or 26 gauge wire.

For very fine weaving, binding, or intricate wrapping, a finer gauge may be preferable.

Protective Non-Tarnish Coating

ParaWire applies a protective non-tarnish coating over the silver plating to help preserve the wire's bright finish.

The coating is designed to withstand normal forming and manipulation. Using smooth, undamaged pliers and wire-forming tools helps protect the surface from unnecessary scratching and abrasion.

As with ParaWire's other coated craft wires, extended exposure to direct sunlight, water, or high humidity can eventually weaken or discolor the coating.

40-Foot Roll

This spool contains 40 feet of 20 gauge wire, providing more material for projects than the shorter 18-foot version of this same Silver wire.

The longer roll is a practical choice for projects requiring multiple components, repeated loops or links, larger decorative pieces, or simply more material on hand for regular bench work.

Ideal For

• Jewelry making

• Wire wrapping

• Wire forming

• Loops and links

• Spirals and coils

• Connectors

• Pendant components

• Decorative frames

• Beaded jewelry

• Wire sculpture

• Ornaments

• Mixed-media projects

• General craft work

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this solid silver wire?
No. This wire has a 99% pure copper core plated with 99% pure fine silver. It is not sterling silver or silver-filled wire.

How thick is 20 gauge ParaWire?
20 gauge ParaWire is approximately .032" in diameter.

How much wire is included?
This roll contains 40 feet of 20 gauge silver-plated copper wire.

Is the wire soft or hard?
ParaWire craft wire is soft temper, making it suitable for bending, shaping, and hand forming.

What is 20 gauge wire good for?
20 gauge is a versatile size for loops, links, spirals, connectors, decorative frames, pendant components, wrapping, and general wire-forming projects.

How does 20 gauge compare with 18 gauge?
20 gauge is finer and easier to manipulate. The heavier 18 gauge provides more structure for larger formed components.

How does 20 gauge compare with 22 gauge?
20 gauge is thicker and provides more body and structure, while 22 gauge is easier to use for smaller components and more detailed wrapping.

Can this wire be used for jump rings?
Yes, 20 gauge can be formed into jump rings and similar components. The suitability of the finished ring will depend on its diameter and intended application.

Does the wire have a protective coating?
Yes. ParaWire applies a non-tarnish protective coating over the fine-silver plating.

Is this the same wire as the 240-20X18 version?
It is the same 20 gauge Silver ParaWire construction, but this SKU contains 40 feet instead of 18 feet.

Is this wire lead-free and nickel-free?
Yes. ParaWire specifies its colored craft wire as lead-free and nickel-free.

Where is it made?
It is made in the USA.

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