Quick Question

[Zephik]

What gauge is the wire they use to make paper clips? The metal ones, not the plastic covered ones. Pretty specific I know, but the plastic ones are too big and the metal ones are _perfect_.

I know, its a very odd question. But it just so happens to be that paper clips are the perfect size for what I need, but I need something around 18" of length, not three inches and all bent up. ^_^

TIA, I really appreciate the help!

[Airbozo]

These?;


Acco Smooth Finish Economy Paper Clips No. 1 Size .033 Wire Gauge 100/Box (http://www99.epinions.com/content_354187316868)

[Zephik]

Yep, exactly those.

So, I'm guessing the gauge is .003 right? lol just making sure, I don't want to order a spool of wire and not have it be the right size.

But since I'm almost %100 sure that thats the wire's gauge...

Which of these materials do you think would be the strongest? I don't know a whole lot about metals, especially in small wire form.

http://www.amazon.com/Stainless-Steel-17-7-Spring-Wire/dp/B000M3NX6S/ref=sr_1_10/104-7089909-8566307?ie=UTF8&s=industrial&qid=1180761090&sr=8-10

http://www.amazon.com/Stainless-Vacuum-Arc-Remelt-Prec-Ground-Straight/dp/B000FMW9M0/ref=sr_1_15/104-7089909-8566307?ie=UTF8&s=industrial&qid=1180761090&sr=8-15

http://www.amazon.com/Nitinol-Wire-SuperElastic-Titanium-Straight/dp/B000M3M7LU/ref=sr_1_21/104-7089909-8566307?ie=UTF8&s=industrial&qid=1180761115&sr=8-21

http://www.amazon.com/Aluminum-Wire-032-Hardened-Straight/dp/B000FMUE9A/ref=sr_1_6/104-7089909-8566307?ie=UTF8&m=AIUBT5HP6PMAF&s=industrial&qid=1180769267&sr=1-6

http://www.amazon.com/Brass-Wire-032-Type-Straight/dp/B000FMW7WW/ref=sr_1_36/104-7089909-8566307?ie=UTF8&m=AIUBT5HP6PMAF&s=industrial&qid=1180769297&sr=1-36

btw, I'm trying to keep it Amazon because thats where I'm getting some other stuff. Keeps the shipping price down and whatnot.

Thanks for the help! ^_^

[xmastree]

Is there a piano shop near you? Piano wire might be just what you're looking for. It's very strong, springy, and comes in various sizes.

[Zephik]

Hmmm, thats actually a really good idea!

Is this the same thing as piano wire?

http://www.amazon.com/Stainless-Steel-17-7-Spring-Wire/dp/B000M3NX6S/ref=sr_1_10/104-7089909-8566307?ie=UTF8&s=industrial&qid=1180761090&sr=8-10

[xmastree]

Is this the same thing as piano wire?

http://www.amazon.com/Stainless-Steel-17-7-Spring-Wire/dp/B000M3NX6S/ref=sr_1_10/104-7089909-8566307?ie=UTF8&s=industrial&qid=1180761090&sr=8-10
Possibly. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Piano_wire

Dunno about shipping, but this looks way cheaper than Amazon.
http://www.abcmodelsport.net/c40557/Metal-piano-wire-SWG.html

Or even try going to a model shop and asking about it. If you explain to them what you need it for, they may be able to suggest the best option.

[Zephik]

oh man, I just thought of possibly the perfect solution! I have three guitars, I only use one. DUH.

Sometimes I wonder what is going on in my head. ...but when I try, I double over in pain. lol

btw, I would plus rep you for invoking the thought of using guitar strings, but it seems I to need to "spread it around" some more. :p