Material Composition | Daily Wear, Gift-Giving | Industry: Stainless Steel (ASTM A262 corrosion test) ▲ Base: Titanium Steel (ISO 5832-1) ▲ Advanced: Gold-Plated Titanium (EN 1811) | Base: 40% lighter than stainless steel (ideal for sensitive skin); Advanced: Hypoallergenic + luxury finish | Advanced: 30% higher cost; Industry: Prone to scratches (rated 5/10 on Mohs scale) |
Design Precision | Formal Events, Statement Pieces | Industry: Basic Inlay (ISO 8060 tolerance) ▲ Base: Micro Insert (ISO 8062, 0.2mm precision) ▲ Advanced: Laser Etching (ASTM F2992) | Base: Intricate geometric patterns (e.g., square-triangle hybrid); Advanced: Customizable engravings | Industry: Limited design complexity; Advanced: Requires delicate handling |
Durability | Outdoor Activities, Long-Term Use | Industry: 100hr salt spray resistance (ASTM B117) ▲ Base: 200hr (ISO 20340) ▲ Advanced: 150hr (due to gold plating) | Base: 2x corrosion resistance vs. Industry; Advanced: Scratch-resistant coating | Advanced: Plating may wear over time; Industry: Lower durability for active lifestyles |
Weight | Fitness, Travel | Industry: 10g (standard chain) ▲ Base: 8g (titanium alloy) ▲ Advanced: 9g (gold-plated) | Base: 20% lighter for comfort; Advanced: Balances aesthetics with portability | Advanced: Slightly heavier than Base due to plating |
Maintenance | Daily Wear, Occasional Cleaning | Industry: Requires weekly polishing (ISO 14644) ▲ Base: Monthly care ▲ Advanced: Bi-monthly care (gentle soap only) | Base: 70% less maintenance effort; Advanced: Resists tarnishing | Advanced: Avoid harsh chemicals (may damage plating); Industry: High maintenance burden |
Customization | Personalized Gifts, Corporate Branded | Industry: No customization ▲ Base: Engraving option (ISO 8060 compliance) ▲ Advanced: Gemstone inlay (CIBJO standards) | Base: Add initials/names; Advanced: Unique gemstone accents (e.g., cubic zirconia) | Base: Limited to text; Advanced: Higher cost for gemstone variants |