BeadSmith S Lon Fire Stringing Thread Braided Wire Black .005in / .12mm 50 yards (45.72m)
Upgrade your beading projects with BeadSmith S-Lon Fire Braided Beading Thread — a professional-grade, pre-waxed stringing thread trusted by jewellery makers and bead artists worldwide. This listing is for one spool of Black, 4LB / .005in / .12mm, 50 yards (45.72m). Why Choose S-Lon Fire? S-Lon Fire is crafted from...
Upgrade your beading projects with BeadSmith S-Lon Fire Braided Beading Thread — a professional-grade, pre-waxed stringing thread trusted by jewellery makers and bead artists worldwide. This listing is for one spool of Black, 4LB / .005in / .12mm, 50 yards (45.72m).
Why Choose S-Lon Fire?
S-Lon Fire is crafted from gel-spun polyethylene (GSP) — the strongest fibre per diameter ever created. Unlike standard bead threads, it is braided and thermally fused, giving it exceptional durability and a smooth, consistent finish that glides effortlessly through seed beads, two-hole beads, and fine jewellery components.
- ✔ Pre-waxed — no additional waxing needed; ready to use straight from the spool
- ✔ Zero stretch — maintains tension and shape over time
- ✔ Fray and abrasion resistant — ideal for intricate, multi-pass beadwork
- ✔ High tensile strength — 4LB rated for confident, secure stringing
- ✔ Compatible with beading needles — works with size 10, 12, and 13 needles
Specifications
- Brand: BeadSmith
- Colour: Black
- Weight / Diameter: 4LB / .005in / .12mm
- Length: 50 yards (45.72m)
- Material: Gel-spun polyethylene (GSP), braided & fused
- Finish: Pre-waxed
Also Available In
- 2LB / .003in / .07mm
- 6LB / .006in / .15mm
- 8LB / .007in / .18mm
- Colours: Black, Crystal
Ideal For
Peyote stitch, brick stitch, herringbone, right-angle weave, loom beading, and any off-loom beadweaving technique. Perfect for use with Miyuki Delicas, Toho seed beads, SuperDuo, and other two-hole beads.
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