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 goutte soleil argenté acier inoxydable 35mm, création bijoux acier inoxydable platine, x1 G7667

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Silver sun drop pendant stainless steel 35mm, platinum stainless steel jewelry creation, x1 G7667

Regular price1,66€

Pendentif Pépite jaspe rouge acier inoxydable 304 argenté 15~35mm, pendentif bijoux pierre, x1, G7543

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Red Jasper Nugget Pendant 304 Stainless Steel Silver 15~35mm, Stone Jewelry Pendant, x1, G7543

Regular price1,66€

Pendentif organe coeur évidé en acier argenté 20mm, acier inoxydable,pendentif sans nickel, création bijoux, x1 G6349

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Hollow heart organ pendant in silver steel 20mm, stainless steel, nickel-free pendant, jewelry creation, x1 G6349

Regular price2,49€

Pendentif goutte opalite roulée acier platine 30mm, pendentif pierre acier inoxydable pierre de synthèse, x1, G6166

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Rolled opalite drop pendant in platinum steel 30mm, stainless steel stone pendant, synthetic stone, x1, G6166

Regular price3,33€

Pendentif jade blanc roulée acier platine, pendentif pierre acier inoxydable, bijou pendentif pierre naturelle,15-35mm, x1 G5827

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White jade pendant rolled platinum steel, stainless steel stone pendant, natural stone pendant jewelry, 15-35mm, x1 G5827

Regular price1,66€

Embouts de cordon acier 304 inoxydable doré IP 7x2mm, x10 (G5250)

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Cord ends, 304 stainless steel, gold IP, 7x2mm, x10 (G5250)

Regular price5,83€

Bague réglable pour cabochon carré 8mm acier 304 inoxydable doré IP 18mm, x1 (G9723)

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Adjustable ring for 8mm square cabochon, 304 stainless steel, gold-plated, IP 18mm, x1 (G9723)

Regular price9,99€

Bélière acier 304 inoxydable doré IP 7mm, x5 (G10973)

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Gold-plated 304 stainless steel bail, IP 7mm, x5 (G10973)

Regular price3,49€

Perles à écraser tube 2 en 1 acier 304 inoxydable doré/platine IP 3.5x2mm x5 (G10748)

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Crimp beads tube 2-in-1 stainless steel 304 gold/platinum IP 3.5x2mm x5 (G10748)

Regular price5,83€

Embouts corde acier 304 inoxydable platine à pincer 12mm, x10 (G10236)

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304 stainless steel rope end caps, clampable, 12mm, x10 (G10236)

Regular price2,49€

Chaine extension acier inoxydable platine avec breloque ronde de finition 57-60mm, x5 (G10055)

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Platinum stainless steel extension chain with round charm finish 57-60mm, x5 (G10055)

Regular price4,99€

Perle intercalaire ronde acier 201 inoxydable platine 3mm, x50 (G10026)

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Round spacer bead 201 stainless steel platinum 3mm, x50 (G10026)

Regular price3,33€

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.