- NOTICE: Due to a -- hopefully temporary -- supply chain delay, 6 mm Split Rings *may* be used instead of 5 mm Split Rings in some cases. Thank you for understanding.
- Custom-made-to-order based on Buyer selections (price automatically adjusts)
- This item may take up to 3 Business Days to be completed, packed and shipped (most orders ship sooner)
- Handmade in the U.S.A.!
- Each purchase is for ONE (1) chain, with the applicable specifications
- This Extender Chain is designed...
- to add length and adjustability to existing jewelry (with a compatible clasp)
- for use with light-weight jewelry
- Chain details:
- Sterling Silver (.925) Cable Chain (with closed links)
- Approximately 24 Gauge (Washburn & Moen); 0.58 mm (0.023 inches) thick
- Each link is approximately 4.95 mm (0.195 inches) long and 3.8 mm (0.15 inches) wide (tall)
- ... manufacturer describes it as 3.5 x 4.5 mm
- See sample photo for visual size reference (via U.S. Penny)...
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- Chain Length selected at the time of purchase includes only the actual chain links.
- Any selected Clasps, Split Rings, Charms, etc. will add to the total end-to-end length of the completed item
- Chain Lengths are APPROXIMATE (since only whole links can be included)
- Approximate Number of Links for each length option are as follows:
- 0.5 inches = 4 links
- 1 inch = 8 links
- 1.5 inches = 11 links
- 2 inches = 14 links
- 2.5 inches = 17 links
- 3 inches = 21 links
- 3.5 inches = 24 links
- 4 inches = 28 links
- 4.5 inches = 31 links
- 5 inches = 34 links
- Longer lengths, additional configurations and higher quantities can usually be added by request
- The example use noted for each length is only one possibility; please select the length you need, regardless of whether the example use applies to you
- Necklace and Choker Extenders are usually 2 to 4 inches
- Bracelet or Anklet Extenders are usually 1.5 inches or less (unless additional length is needed to make it fit)
- Safety Chains should be long enough that they do not interfere with the main clasp, but short enough that it will keep the bracelet from slipping off your wrist if the main clasp opens.
- Additional component details:
- Unless the menu selection specifies otherwise, a "Lobster Clasp" is approximately 10 mm x 6 mm
- Unless the menu selection specifies otherwise, a "Spring Ring Clasp" is approximately 6 mm (diameter)
- Split Rings will be used to attach clasps and eyelet tags; charms may be attached with split rings or jump rings (size may vary)
- All components will be Sterling Silver (.925), unless otherwise specified/requested
- For example: if a Silver-Plated Charm is requested
- Additional Extender Chains and Magnetic Clasp Converters are available separately in my eBay store.
- Some sample photos above include a U.S. Penny for size reference.
- Sample photos below can be enlarged with a single click (or via right click > view the picture)
- FAQ's and additional information can be found below the sample photos that follow
Sample components are pictured with the chain for size reference...
Star Charm
- The star is approximately 4 x 4 mm
- Total height (including loop) is approximately 6 mm
- Thin; flat on both sides
Eyelet Tag
- Approximately 9 mm long
- Approximately 3.5 mm wide (at the widest point)
- Larger hole is approximately 2.5 mm in diameter
- Thin; flat on both sides
Split Ring (5 mm)
- Approximately 5 mm in diameter
- aka "double ring" (works like a tiny key ring; NOT a "jump ring")
- Can be used as a connector ring to attach the chain to other jewelry
- Can be used as a "ring/loop" to hook a large trigger style clasp to
Spring Ring Clasp
- Approximately 6 mm in diameter
- The built-in loop is closed, for better security
- More economical alternative to a Lobster Clasp
- Opening may not be suitable for diameters over 1.25 mm
- Not recommended for very heavy jewelry
Lobster Clasp
- Approximately 10 x 6 mm
- Opening may not be suitable for diameters over 1.9 mm
FAQ's (Frequently Asked Questions)...
Q: I need a different color or chain thickness; do you have other Extender Chain options available?
A: YES! I have several different options available (and more are "coming soon"!). You can find all my Extender Chain listings in my Clasp Converters and Extenders eBay store category.
Q: Why do you use Split Rings instead of standard Jump Rings?
A: Split Rings -- also called "double rings" -- work like tiny key rings, so they do not pull open the way Jump Rings can. A Jump Ring is a single ring that has been cut, so that it can be used to join two components together; this type of connection can be broken by applying enough force to the Jump Ring that it pulls open. It is much harder to pull open a Split Ring. (The Jewelry Findings Page in my eBay store has more information about jewelry components.)
~ PLEASE NOTE: Thin Sterling Silver components bend much more easily than base metal components, and are designed for use with light-weight jewelry only.
~ PLEASE NOTE: Charms are not designed to "hold weight" so there is no need for extra security (unless the charm itself is heavy); therefore charms may be attached via a standard (Sterling Silver) "jump ring" instead of a Split Ring.
Q: How much will a Lobster Clasp add to the total length of the Extender Chain?
A: A 10 mm x 6 mm Lobster Clasp added to one end of the chain will add approximately one half of an inch to the total end-to-end length. (A Lobster Clasp on BOTH ends, will add approximately 1 inch.)
Q: The ring I will be attaching the chain to is very thick, so I need a larger Lobster Clasp than the one you show. Is that possible?
A: Certainly! Please contact me with as much detail as possible (including the size you need the Lobster Clasp to be, and all other "options" you would select for the chain), and I will create a Special Order listing for you if I can source an acceptable clasp.
Q: How accurate are your photos? And where do you get them?
A: All my photos are of actual sample items or components, and are as representative of what will be received as possible. Due to differences between display types, display settings, dye lots and other factors, actual color(s) may vary from what you see on your screen. Unless otherwise noted, all photos were taken by me.
Shipping Notes for Jewelry Items...
- All U.S. shipping options include a corrugated cardboard box for maximum protection in transit.
- For orders shipping outside the U.S.: the "First Class" option ships in a corrugated cardboard box; the lower cost "Standard" option ships in a Bubble Mailer. (USPS First Class International is the actual shipping method for both options.)
- Additional jewelry items can be added to your order with no additional shipping charge! (Combined shipping discounts are automatically applied by the eBay system during checkout, and only apply to orders that are paid for with a single combined payment.)
A few other things you should know...
- Please ask any questions you have prior to purchasing. Imagize Your World is completely owner operated, so your answers will always come "straight from the top"! I strive to respond to inquiries within 1 business day (please note this excludes weekends, holidays and when my eBay store is "on vacation").
- If the "variation" (combination of options) you would like is not currently selectable (or does not have a high enough "available quantity" listed), please contact me with the details so I can adjust the listing for you (if what you want is possible). As the eBay system handles each "variation" as a unique item, I will need the full set of specifications to properly assist you.
- Color, material, size and other specifications for individual components (cord, ribbon, t-shirts, ink, chain, etc.) are quoted from the original manufacturer/distributor/artisan when available; all measurements are approximate; color names are subjective and can vary between manufacturers and materials.
- Color variance between display types/settings, dye lots, etc. is normal, and not considered an error or defect.
- Unless otherwise explicitly stated for a specific item, jewelry is NOT waterproof, and should be removed before swimming, bathing, etc.
- Metal components are not designated "nickel-safe" by their manufacturers, so no assumptions can be made.
- My combined shipping discounts are automatically applied by eBay's checkout system, when all items are paid for with a single combined payment; please use "add to cart" for the best results.
- Jewelry orders ship in a corrugated cardboard box for maximum protection in transit, for all shipping options except "Standard International" (which requires the package to be thin and flexible).
- Please note that upgrading to a faster shipping option may (but is not guaranteed to) result in a shorter transit time; however, due to the nature of custom and made-to-order items, the handling time will not change.
- The shipping address printed on the label is automatically imported from the eBay/PayPal transaction details; changes cannot be made after payment, so if you recently moved, are sending a gift, or intend to use a work, college or other alternate address, please make all necessary adjustments before or during eBay's checkout process.
- If this is a gift being shipped directly to the intended recipient in the U.S., I can eliminate pricing information from the packing slip and/or include a personal message by request. (Orders shipping outside the U.S. require accurate item prices, and cannot include a personal message. I'm sorry for any inconvenience.)
- Custom, Personalized, Made-to-Order and Cut-to-Order items are impossible to return in/to their original/unused condition, and can therefore not be refunded or exchanged (nor completely cancelled once production/cutting/processing has begun). If you receive an incorrect, defective or damaged item, please save the mailer and all packing materials, and contact me immediately for help (exchanging or replacing a wrong/defective/damaged item for a new/correct one is completely separate from my "no returns" policy).
- It is normal for Custom-Printed and Handmade items, and certain components, to have slight imperfections and/or differences between "identical" items; this is not considered an error or defect.
- Since this item will be Custom-Made-to-Order, additional COMMUNICATION may be needed to ensure you receive exactly what you intended to purchase. I recommend that you be available via eBay messages while your order is being processed, to avoid delays and/or disappointment.
- This item comes from a non-smoking and no-pet environment!
- I strive to provide accurate and complete information for my items, so if a detail is missing, or anything in this listing appears unclear, misleading or wrong, please let me know.
- Common sense, mutual courtesy and honest two-way communication are essential parts of every transaction. Together we can make every purchase a great experience!
Thank You for shopping Handmade-in-the-USA!
