This spool holds 25 feet (4 oz) of 16 AWG solid, uninsulated tinned copper wire with a silver-color finish. The tin coating makes soldering easier, resists oxidation and takes patina well, so it's popular for suncatchers, stained glass, jewelry and decorative soldering, as well as lab and low-voltage uses.
Key Features
- 16 AWG solid, uninsulated
- 25 ft, 4 oz
- About 0.047 in. (1.29 mm) diameter
- Tinned, silver-color finish; easy to solder and resists oxidation
- Takes patina stains well
- Strong enough for structural support yet thin enough for decorative work
Specifications
| Gauge | 16 AWG |
|---|---|
| Type | Solid, uninsulated |
| Material | Tinned copper |
| Length | 25 ft |
| Weight | 4 oz |
| Diameter | 0.047 in. (1.29 mm) |
| SKU | 2700TCW16 |
What's Included
- 1 spool, 25 ft
Ideal For
Stained glass and suncatchers, wire-wrapped jewelry, decorative soldering, lab and low-voltage use.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this wire insulated?
No. It's bare (uninsulated) solid wire.
Tinned or bare copper?
Tinned wire is silver-colored, solders easily and resists tarnish. Bare copper has a warm copper look and is very soft to shape.