Opelon Elastic Cord - White (0.4mm) 25 Meters

Opelon® elastic cord is a strong and flexible elastic jewelry cord that is ideal for making stretch bracelets and other elastic jewelry. The flat, fiber-rich construction provides high knot strength and makes it easy to create durable jewelry without using crimp clasps.

• Brand: Opelon® by Beadsmith
• Material: Elastic jewelry cord
• Color: White
• Thickness: 0.4 mm
• Length: 25 meters
• Comes on a convenient spool
• Flat and highly flexible elastic cord
• Strong knot strength – easy to tie
• Suitable for stretch bracelets, bracelets and other elastic jewelry
• Made in Japan

Opelon® is a popular choice among jewelry designers because the cord is durable, easy to work with and gives a beautiful result. The white color is a perfect match for gemstones and modern jewelry designs

Opelon differs from many other elastic cords in that it is flat and slightly elastic. This means a crimp bead can get a better grip than on a completely round, smooth elastic cord.

However, there are a few things you should be aware of:

• Use small crimp beads that match Opelon's thickness.
• Only crimp the crimp bead once with an even pressure – too much pressure can damage the elastic.
• It's a good idea to test the stretch before using the jewelry.

Many jewelry designers use the combination of Opelon + crimp beads instead of knots, especially when they want a neat finish.