- What size cord or chain fits these clasps?
- The hole is 2mm, so it takes cord, wire or jump rings up to roughly that thickness. Most people attach a jump ring to the hole and then connect the chain, which gives the clasp more freedom to move.
- Are these clasps strong enough for a heavy necklace?
- They are small zinc alloy clasps, so they suit lightweight to medium pieces like beaded bracelets and thin chains. For heavy pendants or thick chains, a larger or solid brass clasp holds up better.
- Will the platinum finish tarnish or turn my skin green?
- Zinc alloy is a plated base metal, so the finish can dull or wear with friction, sweat and perfume. Keeping pieces dry and storing them sealed slows this down; the listing does not state that the clasps are nickel-free.
- How do I attach these to a bracelet?
- Open a jump ring, thread it through the 2mm hole, and close it around the end of your chain or cord. Attach the other half of the closure to the opposite end so the clasp meets it.
- Are these clasps reusable if I take a piece apart?
- Yes, the trigger opens and closes repeatedly, so you can move them between projects. Check that the spring still snaps shut firmly before reusing one on a piece you will wear often.
- Where is the Zinc Alloy Lobster Claw Clasps, Parrot Trigger Clasps, Platinum, 16x8mm, Hole: 2mm cheapest?
- At Amazon, for $5.99, as of our latest check.