What wire can I use?

Discussion in 'Engineers' Talk' started by Son of DIY, Aug 14, 2008.

  1. Son of DIY

    Son of DIY Member

    Hi!

    I need to find a wire (preferrably stainless) that is 1.0mm or less thick but that can be bent into shape doesn't bend out of shape easily (i.e. with knocks etc). Normal training wire / garden wire is just too flexible. Any ideas?

    Many thanks!
     
  2. oliver1234

    oliver1234 New Member

    Piano wire possibly?
     
  3. AWCO

    AWCO Member

    try stainless mig welding wire, it comes in small coils
     
  4. Mr. Handyandy

    Mr. Handyandy Screwfix Select

    Bike shops used to have cable(type used for gear levers/brakes etc. Dunno if they still do. Can be shaped, and should remain straight unless severely kinked.



    Mr. Handyandy - really
     
  5. malkie129

    malkie129 Screwfix Select

    Come on, give us a clue what you need it for. Without knowing, I would go with the suggestion of MIG welding wire, but possibly stainless locking wire might do, although this might be too small diameter.
     
  6. ceg999

    ceg999 Member

    If you don't need it to be longer than about 250mm you could straighten up a stainless wall tie.
     
  7. ponty01.

    ponty01. New Member

    I think you will find wall ties exceed 1mm diameter?

    IWS: Information With a Smile :)
     
  8. wise uncle

    wise uncle New Member

    how's about a metal coat hanger?
     
  9. Seismic gunner

    Seismic gunner New Member

    Stainless mig wire as allready suggested 0.8mm or 1 mm
     
  10. chippie244

    chippie244 Super Member

    You could try these people.
    www.flints.co.uk/pdfcatalogue/Propmakers_Materials.pdf
     
  11. Measure2cut1

    Measure2cut1 New Member

    Monel seizing wire for yacht rigging should do the trick. It is 0.9mm dia. It is used to prevent shackles etc coming undone and does not rust. Looks similar to stainless.

    www.force4.co.uk/ProductDetails/mcs/productID/3144
     

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