Gauge Converter Documentation
Complete guide to using the Gauge Converter
📋 Overview
The Gauge Converter tool provides instant conversion between gauge sizes, millimeters, and inches for body jewelry. Essential for piercers, jewelers, and anyone working with body jewelry sizing.
✨ Key Features
- Instant conversion between gauge, mm, and inches
- Visual size comparison with 1:1 scale display
- Common jewelry applications for each size
- Stretching increment calculator
- Minimum safe sizing recommendations
- Decimal and fractional inch display
🎯 How to Use
- Enter a size in any measurement system (gauge, mm, or inches)
- View instant conversions to all other measurement systems
- See visual representation at true 1:1 scale (after calibration)
- Check common uses for that specific gauge size
- Reference for jewelry ordering or client consultations
💡 Understanding the Results
Gauge sizes run in reverse (smaller number = larger jewelry). The system is not linear – each gauge is approximately 0.05-0.1mm different from adjacent sizes. Always verify actual measurements when precision matters.
🎓 Professional Tips
- Calibrate your display for accurate 1:1 visualization
- Remember that gauge sizing varies slightly by manufacturer
- Use calipers to verify jewelry size when precision is critical
- Educate clients on proper sizing terminology
- Reference this tool during client consultations
Need Support?
If you have questions about using this tool or need professional advice, we’re here to help! We also welcome creators, innovators, and anyone with ideas to help evolve the body jewelry, piercing, or tattoo industry.
Whether it’s building new online tools for the community, prototyping innovative products, or manufacturing solutions for our industry — we’d love to hear from you. Every idea is welcome, and we can keep things confidential if needed.
Let’s work together to make our industry better! 🚀