What size ear gauge is 12mm?
Ear Stretching Sizes Converted From Gauge to mm and Inch
| Millimeters (mm) | Inches (“) |
|---|---|
| 10mm | 3/8″ |
| 11mm | 7/16″ |
| 12mm | 1/2″ |
| 13mm | 17/32″ |
What size gauge should I start with for my ears?
16 gauge
For the majority of people, either 16 gauge or 14 gauge is a good starting point if you have only worn regular earrings. 16 gauge is a good starting point if you never wear earrings or if you have recently had them pierced and they are just healed up.
What is the largest ear gauge size?
Standard ear piercings are usually pierced at 20g or 18g. Gauge sizes go up (or down, depending on how you look at it) in even numbers from there, so the next largest size from an 18g is 16g, then 14g, then 12g, and so on. When you get to 0g, the next size is 00g (pronounced “double zero gauge”).
How can I tell what gauge size my ears are?
Try sliding your jewelry into the opening to see if it fits. The gauge measurement is the number printed next to the cutout circle. Gauge wheels usually provide the measurement in the gauge size along with the millimeters or inches. You’ll need to look the conversion rate up online if it doesn’t, though.
What gauge is 12mm wire?
Wire Gauge Conversion
| Wire Number (Gauge) | A.W.G. or B&S (Inches) | A.W.G. Metric (MM) |
|---|---|---|
| 11 | 0.0907″ | 2.304mm |
| 12 | 0.0808″ | 2.052mm |
| 13 | 0.072″ | 1.829mm |
| 14 | 0.0641″ | 1.628mm |
How long should I wait to stretch my ears from 14g to 12g?
1-2 months
14g to 12g – 1-2 months. 12g to 10g – 2-3 months. 10g to 8g – 2-3 months.
Can I start stretching my ears at 14g?
The starting point for most people is 14g, which is just slightly larger than a regular earring. If you’ve only recently healed from a regular ear piercing, you may want to start out with 16g tapers, just to be on the safe side.
What are the sizes of ear gauges?
Standard ear piercings are usually pierced at 20g or 18g. Gauge sizes go up (or down, depending on how you look at it) in even numbers from there, so the next largest size from an 18g is 16g, then 14g, then 12g, and so on.
What is gauge size for ears?
Ears are typically pierced using an 18 or 20 gauge, so 14 is the largest size you can start on and avoid damaging your ears. Starting at any larger than this size puts your ear at-risk of tearing. Purchase a set of ear tapers at a piercing studio.
What size is 4 gauge earring?
A 4 gauge piercing size is 0.204 inches or 5.189 mm. In fractions, this is equal to 13/64”.
