Anodized Aluminum Rings - By The Ounce

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How to find the right ring size:

First, decide the chainmail weave you want to make:

20SWG(0.9mm/0.0354") Anodized Aluminum Guide
Ring Size Aspect Ratio #Rings/unit
of measure
Recommended for:
20SWG 1/8" ID 3.5 ~1250/OZ,
~
5000-1/4LB
Byzantine, Barrel Weave, Vipera Berus, Orc Weave, Celtic Visions(with 20SWG 3/16")
20SWG 9/64" ID 4.0 ~1125/OZ,
~
4500-1/4LB
European 4 in 1, Box Weave, Sweet Pea, Round Mail, Elf Weave
20SWG 5/32" ID 4.4 ~1000/OZ,
~4000-1/4LB
European 4 in 1, Box Weave, Round Mail
20SWG 3/16" ID 5.3 ~825/OZ,
~
3300-1/4LB
European 4 in 1, Box Weave, Half Persian 4 in 1, King's Mail(European 8 in 2), Kinged Vipera Berus, Full Persian 6 in 1, Dragon Back, Candycane, Celtic Visions(with 20SWG 1/8")

 

18SWG(1.2mm/0.047") Anodized Aluminum Guide
Ring Size Aspect Ratio #Rings/unit
of measure
Recommended for:
18SWG 1/8" ID 2.6 ~700/OZ,
~2800-1/4LB
Japanese 4 in 1/Jelly Cubes
18SWG 9/64" ID 3.0 ~625/OZ,
~2500-1/4LB
JPL(Jens Pind Linkage)
18SWG 5/32" ID 3.5 ~600/OZ,
~4800-1/2LB
Byzantine, Barrel Weave, Vipera Berus, Orc Weave, Celtic Visions(with 18SWG 1/4")
18SWG 3/16" ID 4.0 ~500/OZ,
~4000-1/2LB
European 4 in 1, Box Weave, Sweet Pea, Round Mail, Elf Weave, Dragonscale(with 18SWG 5/16"), Helm Chain(with 18SWG 5/16")  USED FOR SCALEMAIL SIZE-SMALL
18SWG 7/32" ID 4.6 ~450/OZ,
~3600/1/2LB
European 4 in 1, Box Weave, Round Mail
18SWG 1/4" ID 5.3 ~400/OZ,
~3200/1/2LB
European 4 in 1, Box Weave, Half Persian 4 in 1, King's Mail(European 8 in 2), Kinged Vipera Berus, Full Persian 6 in 1, Dragon Back, Candycane, Celtic Visions(with 18SWG 5/32")  USED FOR SCALEMAIL SIZE-MEDIUM
18SWG 9/32" ID 6.2 ~350/OZ,
~2800/1/2LB
European 6 in 1, King's Mail(European 8 in 2)
18SWG 5/16" ID 6.8 ~325/OZ,
~2600/1/2LB
European 6 in 1, King's Mail(European 8 in 2), Dragonscale(with 18SWG 3/16"), Helm Chain(with 18SWG 3/16")

 

16SWG(1.6mm/0.063") Anodized Aluminum Guide
Ring Size Aspect Ratio #Rings/unit
of measure
Recommended for:
16SWG 3/16" ID 3.0 ~285/OZ
~2300/1/2LB
JPL(Jens Pind Linkage)
16SWG 7/32" ID 3.5 ~250/OZ,
~2000/1/2LB
Byzantine, Barrel Weave, Vipera Berus, Orc Weave
16SWG 1/4" ID 4.0 ~225/OZ,
~1800/1/2LB
 European 4 in 1, Box Weave, Sweet Pea, Round Mail, Elf Weave
16SWG 9/32" ID 4.5 ~200/OZ,
~1650/1/2LB
 European 4 in 1, Box Weave, Round Mail
16SWG 5/16" ID 5.0 ~185/OZ,
~1500/1/2LB
 European 4 in 1, Box Weave, Half Persian 4 in 1, Full Persian 6 in 1, Dragon Back  USED FOR SCALEMAIL SIZE-LARGE
16SWG 3/8" ID 6.2 ~145/OZ,
~1150/1/2LB
European 6 in 1, European 4 in 1, Box Weave, King's Mail(European 8 in 2), Kinged Vipera Berus

 

14SWG(2.0mm/0.0787") Anodized Aluminum Guide
Ring Size Aspect Ratio #Rings/unit
of measure
Recommended for:
14SWG 5/16" ID 4.0 ~100/OZ,
~850/1/2LB
European 4 in 1, Sweet Pea, Elf Weave, Dragonscale(with 14SWG 1/2")
14SWG 3/8" ID 4.8 ~90/OZ,
~725/1/2LB
European 4 in 1, Half Persian 4 in 1

-Smaller wire gauges like 20SWG come in much smaller ring sizes, and so can be more difficult to weave with since it's hard to see what you're doing.  Big wire gauges like 14SWG come in bigger ring sizes, which makes it easier to see what you're doing but are physically harder to manipulate.  If you're not sure which gauge you should use initially, it's a good idea to pick the middle gauges like 16SWG or 18SWG as they strike a good balance between strength, size, and ease of use for most people.

Aspect Ratio:

-Once you've decided which wire gauge to use, you can pick the ring size(s) you need based on each ring size's Aspect Ratio.  Aspect Ratio(AR) is the most important factor when picking ring sizes because every chainmail weave design has it's own AR number requirements, as well as it's Ideal AR.  The Ideal AR value for each weave is found by trial and error until a weave has both sufficient flexibility and aesthetic “tightness.”

AR=Inside Diameter/Wire Diameter(+Springback - blade kerf)----  For example 16SWG 1/4" ID would be:
(1/4")0.25/0.063(16SWG)=3.97, then we round up to 4.0 after accounting for a very small amount of springback when they are coiled. then minus a tiny amount accounting for saw blade kerf.

The Ideal AR value for each weave is found by trial and error until a weave has both sufficient flexibility and aesthetic “tightness.”  Generally speaking, if a weave is too tight/not flexible with a certain ring size, a higher AR is needed. On the other hand, if a weave is too loose/not holding its shape, a lower AR is usually needed. If you are a beginner, we'd recommend the higher end of the range of AR's as they can be easier to work with.  

You can find each ring size's Aspect Ratio(AR) next to each ring size in the charts above.

  • Ring counts are approximate based on weight, and counts can vary from batch to batch and color to color, so be sure to order plenty for what you need for a single project at a time!
  • If you have any questions feel free to contact us!
    chainmailjoe@gmail.com

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Reviews

  • 5
    Rings by the ounce

    Posted by Bobbie on Feb 12th 2024

    Wish there was more colors available. However, I like that I don't have to buy a bunch of rings when I don't need them.

  • 5
    ANODIZED ALUMINUM RINGS

    Posted by Michelle V on Feb 1st 2024

    Wonderful quality products and absolutely exceptional customer care and service. My only complaint is that there are not more colors to choose from or matte options.

  • 4
    Anodized Aluminum

    Posted by Brett P on Jan 24th 2024

    Great colors and cuts. love the look of the rings

  • 5
    Anodized Jump Rings

    Posted by Sandra Lopez on Jan 15th 2024

    Love these rings

  • 5
    anodized aluminum rings 5/16 in 18 swg

    Posted by John Schuerman on Jan 8th 2024

    I ordered rings of every color. Only complaint is that the silver is more gray & color is a little inconsistent. Otherwise, all was great! Colors are rich & durable, look great and ring cut is consistent. I have already order more rings. Wishlist would be to add 2 additional colors to the menu, yellow & white.

  • 5
    Perfect

    Posted by Krystal Minton on Dec 28th 2023

    Super fast shipping and the rings were perfect.

  • 5
    Jump rings, anodized.

    Posted by Nancy Sauter on Dec 26th 2023

    The last two shipments of anodized rings I received were exceptional! The colors were vibrant! More so than some of my past shipments. I’m extremely happy!

  • 4
    Anodized Aluminum ring

    Posted by Chris Maloy on Dec 24th 2023

    I have been using CMJ rings for over a year and I really love the ring the colors are bright and match even when I have to resupply and the closer is always smooth.

  • 5
    Anodized aluminum rings

    Posted by Terry L. on Dec 18th 2023

    I just started using the 1^ gauge black and blue rings. I’m having to adjust and use needle nose pliers to weave the rings. I usually weave with larger diameter ring and use my fingers. The bracelet I made came out beautiful. Will order more colors soon.