| Acrylic Velvet Beads | Jewelry making, DIY crafts, accessories | - Material: Velvet-coated acrylic (ASTM D3359 adhesion) - Sizes: 10-16mm (Industry: 8-12mm ▲ Base: 10-14mm ▲ Advanced: 14-16mm) - Color: 12+ (Base) ▲ 24+ (Advanced) - Frosted Finish: ISO 2813 roughness compliant | - Lightweight, versatile colors - Easy grip due to frosted texture - Cost-effective (Factory Direct Sell) | - Less scratch-resistant than glass - Requires care for velvet coating longevity |
| Glass Beads | High-end jewelry, luxury accessories | - Material: Soda-lime glass (ISO 719) - Sizes: 6-20mm - Clarity: 90% light transmission (ASTM C1036) | - Shiny, elegant appearance - Durable (500+ flex cycles, ASTM C149) | - Heavy, brittle - Limited DIY flexibility due to fragility |
| Metal Beads | Statement jewelry, industrial crafts | - Material: Stainless steel 304 (ASTM A240) - Sizes: 8-25mm - Corrosion Resistance: Passivation (ASTM A967) | - Hypoallergenic, long-lasting - Modern/industrial aesthetic | - Limited color options (Base: brushed ▲ Advanced: 5+ PVD coatings) - Heavier than acrylic |
| Resin Beads | Artistic, custom crafts | - Material: Epoxy resin (ASTM D638) - Sizes: 10-20mm - Flexural Strength: 100 MPa (ASTM D790) | - Customizable designs (e.g., embedded elements) - Lightweight | - Prone to scratches - Requires curing time (ASTM D3359) |
| Ceramic Beads | Cultural crafts, traditional jewelry | - Material: Porcelain (ISO 6892) - Sizes: 12-30mm - Heat Resistance: 1200°C (ASTM C20) - Color: 15+ (ASTM D5098) | - Vibrant colors, heat-resistant - Classic aesthetic | - Fragile, prone to chipping - Heavier than acrylic/resin |
| Wooden Beads | Natural-themed crafts, eco-friendly items | - Material: Bamboo (ASTM D7622) - Sizes: 15-30mm - Moisture Resistance: 10% absorption (ASTM D5364) | - Eco-friendly, rustic appeal - Sustainable material | - Requires sealing for moisture resistance (ASTM D3359) - Limited color range without staining |