• Understanding Tungsten Bead Weights - A Visual Chart to Help You

Understanding Tungsten Bead Weights - A Visual Chart to Help You

Choosing the right tungsten bead weight for your project can be a challenge. Fortunately, there's an easy way to find the size you need with a simple illustrated chart. Learn how this handy resource can help you pick the perfect tungsten weight for whatever project you're working on!

Overview of Types of Tungsten Bead Weights.

Tungsten bead weights come in a wide range of shapes and sizes, from the extra-small 1.5mm diameter to the extra-large 6.4mm size. the type of tungsten weight that you choose can make a difference in your success. There are tungsten slotted beads and tungsten cyclops beads. Make sure to choose the weight, shape and design that best fits your need and location.

Size Chart of Actual Tungsten Bead Weights.

Check out the visual size chart below to better understand the actual size of tungsten bead weights in relation to each other. All measurements are in millimetres and are taken from the widest points. For example, the widest point on a cylinder tungsten weight is at its diameter and the widest point on a slotted tungsten weight is from one side of its slot to the other. Knowing these measurements can help you better compare different types of weights for your particular fishing needs.

Tungsten Slotted Beads(mm)
Weights(gram )Tungsten Cyclops Beads(mm)Weights (mm)
1.50.02531.50.0253
2.00.06002.00.600
2.50.11722.50.1172
3.00.20253.00.2024
3.50.32163.50.3125
4.00.48004.00.4800
4.60.73004.60.7300
5.51.24785.51.246
6.41.96616.41.9660


The Difference Between Sizes Explained. 

The size of a tungsten bead weight is often expressed in ‘grains’, which is an antiquated measurement system. For example, a 4.0mm slotted tungsten weight will be listed as 6 grains – this translates to 1.9g or 0.042oz in actual weight, while a 3mm slotted tungsten weight can weigh 0.34g or 0.012oz. Weights smaller than these are generally referred to as ‘micro’ and are available in 1mm and smaller sizes for the tiniest of flies and the lightest of rigs.

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Understanding Tungsten Bead Weights - A Visual Chart to Help You

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