Ion Plating(IP) 304 Stainless Steel Flat Head Pins, Rainbow Color, 30x0.6mm, 22 Gauge, Head: 1.4mm (X-STAS-E156-02M-01)

US $1.78 / pcs

Package Qty 1-9 10-29 30+
Priced per Package US $1.78 US $1.33 US $1.16

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Ion Plating(IP) 304 Stainless Steel Flat Head Pins, Rainbow Color

Size: about 1.18 inch(30mm) long, pin: 0.02 inch(0.6mm), 22 Gauge, Head: 1.4 inch(mm).

Priced per20 pcs

Please Note: Slight deviations in colors is allowed due to different display device.

Head Pins

Flat or ball head pins are used in jewelry making to create a strong connection between beads and other embellishments. They are commonly used to make pendants, charms and earrings.

Easy to be bent and straightened. Sturdy but flexible. Various lengths and gauges (such as 20Ga, 21Ga, 23Ga, 24Ga).
  • Slide a bead onto the straight end of the wire.
  • 2-3 mm above the bead, bend the wire with a round nose plier.
  • Continue bending until a loop is formed.
  • Wrap the remaining wire around the pin.
  • Cut off the excess wire with wire cutter.
  • Finished.

Flat Head PinsA flat head pin is a thin, straight metal wire with a flat head on one end that helps prevent beads from slipping off.

How to use

  • 1.Prepare the material (Note: the size of the bead hole must be smaller than the head of the pin).
  • 2.Thread the beads onto the end of the wire, long enough to make a flower.
  • 3.Bend it to create a loop with gap.
  • 4.Add a ear wire to the loop and use pliers to reclose the loop.
  • 5.Finished.

Ball Head PinsBall head pins are thin metal wires with a small round ball at one end to keep beads from falling off. They are an essential component in many jewelry making projects.

How to use

  • 1.Prepare the material (Note: the size of the bead hole must be smaller than the head of the pin).
  • 2.First make some pearl charms: slide the pearl beads onto the pins, then use a plier to bend the wire at a right angle just above the beads, trim off the excess wire and create a loop above the beads.
  • 3.Make a pearl cluster: connect the pearl charms with jump rings.
  • 4.Add other embellishments and a pair of ear wires to the pearl cluster.
  • 5.Finished.

Decorative Tip Head PinsUnlike simple flat or ball head pins, decorative tip head pins provide a decorative element that can be incorporated into the designs. They feature a decorative head at one end and a straight other end, making them easy to work with and versatile. They come in a variety of shapes, such as butterfly, crown or flower, etc.

How to use

  • 1.Prepare materials.
  • 2.Thread a glass bead onto the head pin.
  • 3.Use a round nose plier to make a loop, and connect a bowknot to the loop with jump rings.
  • 4.Finished.

Q: What can I do when the bottom of head pin is smaller than the hole of bead?

A: You can add a suitable spacer bead or bead cap to keep the bead from falling off, which also to bring more beauty to the part.

Q: What can I do when I receive curved head pins?

A: You can use a plastic jaw flat nose plier to straighten it without interfering normal use.

Difference Between Ion Plating (IP)
and PVD Vacuum Plating

Our stainless steel jewelry undergoes three types of electroplating processes: PVD vacuum plating, ion plating (IP), and water electroplating. Vacuum plating, also known as physical vapor deposition (PVD), is a surface treatment technology. This process involves evaporating or sputtering metal or non-metal materials under vacuum conditions and depositing them onto the surface of the object to create a thin film. PVD technology includes various coating methods, with ion plating (IP) being one of them. Ion plating (IP) is a physical vapor deposition (PVD) process that is sometimes called ion assisted deposition (IAD) or ion vapor deposition (IVD) and is a modified version of vacuum deposition.

The thickness of the plating layer is influenced by the electroplating process and duration. The longer the plating time, the thicker the layer becomes, resulting in longer color preservation.

Below is a brief comparison of the color durability of Ion Plating, PVD Vacuum Plating, and Water Galvanization.

Electroplating Process Feature Metal Color Color Durability
No Electroplating Stainless steel is a non-reactive metal, which means it does not oxidize or tarnish like other metals such as silver or brass. Hypoallergenic. Stainless Steel Color Tarnish resistant, retain its color for a long time
Vacuum Ion Plating(IP) The vacuum plating process is complex and requires specific environmental and equipment conditions, making it a green, environmentally friendly technology. The plating is done in a vacuum oven, resulting in longer color retention and a durable coating. Real Gold Plated
(14K, 18K, 24K)
Usually 1 Year
Real Rose Gold Plated Usually 6~12 Months
Rainbow Color Usually 6~12 Months
Blue Usually 6~12 Months
PVD Vacuum Plating The vacuum plating process is complex, with strict environmental and equipment requirements, making it a green, environmentally friendly technology. It also results in a durable coating. Real Gold Plated
(14K, 18K, 24K)
Usually 1 Year
Real Rose Gold Plated Usually 6 Months
Golden Usually 6 Months
Rose Gold Color Usually 6 Months
Water Plating "Water plating" liquid is processed in a water-based solution. Real Gold Plated
(14K, 18K, 24K)
Usually 6 Months
Golden Usually 3~6 Months
Rose Gold Color Usually 3~6 Months
Silver Maybe less than 3 Months

Available Plated Colors

  • Stainless Steel ColorStainless Steel Color
  • Real Gold Plated (14K、18K、24K)Real Gold Plated
    (14K、18K、24K)
  • Real Rose Gold PlatedReal Rose Gold Plated
  • Rainbow ColorRainbow Color
  • BlackBlack
  • BlueBlue
  • GoldenGolden
  • Rose Gold ColorRose Gold Color
  • Silver PlatedSilver Plated
  • Antique SilverAntique Silver
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