Professional-grade stainless steel

Discover our selection of professional-grade stainless steel supplies for DIY jewelry making. Chains, findings, clasps, pendants, and components in 304 or 316L stainless steel, chosen for their strength, durability, and excellent resistance over time. An ideal collection for demanding designers and fashion jewelry professionals.

Perle intercalaire ronde acier inoxydable 304 platine 3mm, x100 (G8849)

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304 stainless steel platinum round spacer bead 3mm, x100 (G8849)

Regular price4,99€

Pendentif rond soleil nacre acier inoxydable 316L doré 12.5mm, x1 (G8773)

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Round mother-of-pearl sun pendant in 316L stainless steel, gold-plated, 12.5mm, x1 (G8773)

5,83€

EP Chaine fine dorée gold-filled 14K, fourniture créative,chaine au metre chaine complète,chaine plaqué or,1.1mm, 1metre-xYG1449

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EP Fine gold-filled 14K gold chain, creative supply, chain by the meter, complete chain, gold-plated chain, 1.1mm, 1 meter-xYG1449

Regular price16,66€

Pendentif Soleil pour cabochon ovale acier 304 inoxydable doré IP 18mm , x1 (G8032)

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Sun pendant for 18mm IP gold plated 304 stainless steel oval cabochon, x1 (G8032)

Regular price5,99€

Chaine serpent fine acier 304 inoxydable doré IP 0.8mm, x1 mètre (G10013)

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Fine snake chain 304 stainless steel gold IP 0.8mm, x1 meter (G10013)

Regular price9,16€

Supports boucles d'oreilles à clip acier 304 inoxydable doré 18mm, x10 (G9691)

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304 Stainless Steel Gold Clip-on Earring Backs 18mm, x10 (G9691)

Regular price9,16€

Pendentif oiseau colombe acier 304 inoxydable doré PVD 16.5mm, x1 (G9577)

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304 stainless steel PVD gold plated dove bird pendant 16.5mm, x1 (G9577)

Regular price4,99€

Anneaux de jonction acier IP 304 inoxydable doré 3.5x0.7mm, x50 (G9585)

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IP 304 stainless steel gold-plated junction rings 3.5x0.7mm, x50 (G9585)

Regular price5,83€

Pendentif acier argenté goutte de pluie 30mm, bijoux acier inoxydable sans nickel, x1 G7612

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Silver steel raindrop pendant 30mm, nickel-free stainless steel jewelry, x1 G7612

Regular price1,66€

Chaîne fine acier inoxydable doré IP 14k résine bleue à paillettes 2mm, x1 mètre (G6892)

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Fine 14k gold-plated stainless steel chain with blue glitter resin 2mm, x1 meter (G6892)

Regular price19,16€

Collier Chaine complète avec fermoir acier inoxydable platine 45cm, x1 (G6566)

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Complete chain necklace with platinum stainless steel clasp 45cm, x1 (G6566)

Regular price4,99€

Chaine acier inoxydable 304 doré IP 14k résine jaune 2mm, x1 mètre (G3294)

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304 stainless steel chain gold IP 14k yellow resin 2mm, x1 meter (G3294)

Regular price10,83€

How to identify professional quality stainless steel for jewelry?

Not all stainless steels have the same characteristics. In DIY jewelry, the most common grades are 304 steeland 316L steel. These alloys offer excellent resistance to oxidation, humidity, and perspiration.

304 steel is currently the benchmark for most jewelry findings, chains, and components. 316L steel, sometimes called surgical steel, offers even greater corrosion resistance due to the addition of molybdenum in its composition.

For creations intended for daily wear, it is advisable to exclusively combine components of the same quality to ensure better visual consistency and optimal durability of the jewelry.

Professional quality also relies on the regularity of welds, metal thickness, precision of cuts, and the stability of gold finishes obtained by PVD or Ion Plating (IP) treatment.

To complete your creations, also discover our jewelry findings, our DIY jewelry chains, and our DIY jewelry beads.

FAQs

How to recognize a stainless steel jewel with a professional quality finish?

La calidad profesional no depende únicamente del acero utilizado, sino sobre todo del proceso de acabado aplicado. Los componentes que se benefician de un baño dorado PVD o IPgeneralmente presentan una mayor resistencia al desgaste, la fricción y la humedad que los baños dorados clásicos. Estas tecnologías permiten una adhesión más duradera del color al acero y son particularmente buscadas por los diseñadores profesionales que desean ofrecer joyas diseñadas para ser usadas a diario. Al elegir un fornitura o una cadena dorada, es importante verificar tanto la calidad del acero (304 o 316L) como el tipo de tratamiento de superficie utilizado.

What is the difference between 304 and 316L stainless steel?

304 stainless steel is the most commonly used grade in DIY jewelry making thanks to its excellent value for money. 316L stainless steel contains molybdenum, which improves its resistance to humidity, perspiration, chlorine, and seawater. It is particularly recommended for jewelry worn daily or intended for a demanding clientele.

Can stainless steel be mixed with other metals in the same piece of jewelry?

Technically yes, but to ensure better durability and aesthetic harmony, it is preferable to use chains, clasps, rings, and pendants of the same material. Mixing stainless steel, gilded brass, or fancy metal can lead to differences in color and wear over time.