Material Composition | Crafting delicate or heavy-duty jewelry | - Industry Standard: Polypropylene (500 lbs tensile strength ▼) - Base: Polyethylene (1000 lbs ▲) - Advanced: Crystal Polymer (1500 lbs ▲▲) (ASTM D828 compliant) | Base doubles industry standard strength; Advanced offers 50% stronger durability than Base. | Base may strain under heavy beads; Advanced is costlier. |
Elasticity | Stretch bracelets, adjustable necklaces | - Industry Standard: 10% stretch ▼ - Base: 20% elastic stretch ▲ (ASTM D638) - Advanced: 30% ultra-elastic ▲▲ (ISO 1819-1) | Base suits casual wear; Advanced ideal for active use. | Base may lose elasticity over time; Advanced requires careful handling. |
Visibility | Minimalist designs, water-themed jewelry | - Industry Standard: Opaque materials ▼ - Base: Transparent (90% clarity ▲) - Advanced: Ultra-clear (95% clarity ▲▲) (ISO 13468) | Base avoids visibility in water; Advanced enhances aesthetic appeal. | Base may show minor haze; Advanced is less flexible. |
Durability | High-wear jewelry (e.g., bracelets) | - Industry Standard: 500 flex cycles ▼ - Base: 1000 flex cycles ▲ (ASTM D412) - Advanced: 1500 flex cycles ▲▲ (ASTM D412) | Base lasts twice as long as industry standard; Advanced resists breakage in heavy use. | Base may degrade in UV light; Advanced requires premium storage. |
Application Suitability | Customized jewelry (bracelets/pendants) | - Industry Standard: General use (necklaces) ▼ - Base: Multi-application (bracelets, pendants) ▲ - Advanced: Enhanced for complex designs (heavy beads ▲▲) | Base supports versatility; Advanced handles intricate designs. | Base may not suit heavy pendants; Advanced has limited color options. |
Customization Options | Bespoke or mass-produced jewelry | - Industry Standard: 2-3 sizes ▼ - Base: 5 sizes, 3 colors ▲ - Advanced: 10 sizes, 10 colors + pre-cut kits ▲▲ (ISO 14419) | Base offers basic customization; Advanced enables tailored solutions. | Base lacks pre-cut kits; Advanced has higher minimum order quantities. |