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.

Pendentif filigrane feuille monsterosa acier 201 inoxydable multicolore 50x45mm,x2 (G4114)

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Filigree monsterosa leaf pendant, multicolored 201 stainless steel, 50x45mm, x2 (G4114)

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Regular price2,49€

Chaine forçat acier 304 inoxydable doré IP 18k 2.5mm, x1 mètre (G10523)

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304 stainless steel curb chain, 18k gold plated IP 2.5mm, x1 meter (G10523)

Regular price8,33€

Pendentif oiseau Hirondelle gravé acier 304 inoxydable IP doré 15mm, x1 (G9939)

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Swallow bird pendant engraved 304 stainless steel IP gold 15mm, x1 (G9939)

Regular price2,49€

Chaine satellite gourmette dorée acier 304 inoxydable IP 1.5mm, x1 mètre (G7906)

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Gold satellite curb chain 304 stainless steel IP 1.5mm, x1 meter (G7906)

Regular price15,83€

Pendentif rond constellation acier 304 inoxydable doré IP 12x1mm, x1 (G7506)

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Round constellation pendant 304 stainless steel gold IP 12x1mm, x1 (G7506)

Regular price2,49€

Pendentif soleil mystique argenté acier inoxydable 37.5mm, acier inoxydable platine, x1 G7655

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Silver Mystic Sun Pendant Stainless Steel 37.5mm, Platinum Stainless Steel, x1 G7655

Regular price3,33€

Chaine maille fantaisie acier inoxydable 304 doré IP 11mm, x1 mètre (G7322)

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Fancy mesh chain stainless steel 304 gold IP 11mm, x1 meter (G7322)

Regular price15,83€

Collier Chaine complète serpent acier inoxydable 304 doré PVD 0.9 m/ 45cm, x1 (G6882)

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Necklace Complete 304 PVD gold plated stainless steel snake chain 0.9 mm/ 45cm, x1 (G6882)

Regular price7,49€

Pendentif jade vert teinté roulée acier platine, pendentif pierre acier inoxydable, bijou pendentif pierre naturelle,15-35mm, x1 G5535

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Tinted green jade pendant rolled platinum steel, stainless steel stone pendant, natural stone pendant jewelry, 15-35mm, x1 G5535

Regular price1,66€

Pendentif quartz cerise roulé acier platine, pendentif pierre acier inoxydable, bijou pendentif pierre naturelle,15-35mm, x1, G5505

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Tumbled cherry quartz pendant in platinum steel, stainless steel stone pendant, natural stone pendant jewelry, 15-35mm, x1, G5505

Regular price1,66€

Pendentif coeur agate naturelle verte acier inoxydable platine 23mm, x1 G3991

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Heart pendant, natural green agate, platinum stainless steel, 23mm, x1 G3991

Regular price4,16€

Chaine maille marine acier inoxydable doré IP 14k 1.5mm, x1 mètre (G4409)

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14k gold-plated stainless steel marine mesh chain 1.5mm, x1 meter (G4409)

5,42€

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.