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Crimp beads or tubes are used to secure ends of wire whether or not you're attaching a clasp. Crimp beads/tubes are compressed at least once or twice, depending on the type of pliers you're using.
For more info about crimp beads/tubes, check out http://www.firemountaingems.com/beading_information/beading_resources.asp?docid=652R&sact=search
First answer by Chicagoborn. Last edit by Chicagoborn. Contributor trust: 49 [recommend contributor]. Question popularity: 1 [recommend question]




